Dr. Bobbie Bailey School of Music

The Dr. Bobbie Bailey School of Music is a student-centered community where passionate musicians come to refine their craft, deepen their knowledge, and launch meaningful careers. Located just north of Atlanta, the BSOM is home to over 300 music majors and minors who benefit from a personalized, performance-rich education grounded in mentorship and excellence.

At the heart of the Bailey School of Music experience is a distinguished faculty of artist-teachers—renowned performers, composers, scholars, and educators—who are deeply invested in student success. With small class sizes and individualized instruction, students receive hands-on guidance in developing their musical voice and achieving their goals, whether they aspire to perform on international stages, teach in public schools, or pursue advanced study.The BSOM students are active and ambitious, performing in over 100 concerts annually across a wide range of ensembles and styles. They collaborate closely with faculty, participate in masterclasses and festivals, and professional settings.

The BSOM offers degree programs in performance, music education, composition, and music theory, with a curriculum designed to balance technical rigor, artistic expression, and real-world preparation.Supportive, forward-thinking, and community-focused, the Bailey School of Music empowers students to become bold, versatile musicians who are ready to lead in today’s evolving musical landscape.If you want to become a Major or a Minor, you must complete this application and perform an audition for the faculty.


How to Apply
Step One: Start your Kennesaw State University application.
Applicants must begin a KSU application first in order to receive a KSU Student ID Number to link the KSU application to the Bailey School of Music application. First-year freshmen must apply through CommonApp. Transfer students must apply through GAFutures. 

• Within 1-2 business days of submitting your application, KSU will send you an email with your KSU Student ID Number and instructions on accessing your Pathway to Enrollment. 
• If you have submitted your KSU application and need assistance getting your KSU Student ID Number, you can find look-up instructions here. 

Note: Students who are currently enrolled in courses at KSU and are seeking a change of major can skip this step.

Step Two: Submit your Bailey School of Music Application.
Select an application for the Bailey School of Music from the dropdown menus on the left and begin the application through Acceptd. You will need your KSU Student ID Number to begin the Bailey School of Music Application. 

Step Three: Complete your Bailey School of Music Entrance Audition.
This step is required for all students apply for Music Performance, Music Education, and Music Minor programs. Click here for specific audition dates. 

The Kennesaw State University Bailey School of Music is a dual admission program. Students must apply and be admitted to both Kennesaw State University and the Bailey School of Music in order to pursue a music major or minor. You DO NOT need to have been admitted to KSU before applying and auditioning. 

For questions, please contact artsadmissions@kennesaw.edu.

For technical questions, please visit the Acceptd Help Desk.