Osher School of Music at the University of Southern Maine

Osher School of Music at the University of Southern Maine

Welcome to the Dr. Alfred & D. Suzi Osher School of Music at the University of Southern Maine! Below you'll find audition dates, degree options, and application details for our undergraduate and graduate music programs. All applicants must apply to both the University of Southern Maine and the Osher School of Music. Beginning in Fall 2025, the Osher School of Music will be housed in the new Crewe Center for the Arts in Portland, Maine.
 
Undergraduate
Undergraduate Programs
Bachelor of Arts: Music
Bachelor of Music: Music Education
Bachelor of Music: Music Performance
Bachelor of Music: Music Performance - Composition Concentration
Bachelor of Music: Music Performance - Jazz Studies Concentration
Bachelor of Music: Music Performance - Musical Theatre Concentration
Bachelor of Music: Music Performance - Piano Pedagogy Concentration

2025–2026 Audition Dates
For more information on audition requirements, click here. Auditions will be held in the new Crewe Center for the Arts, USM Portland Campus. Video auditions are accepted.

• Friday, November 21, 2025*

• Friday, January 30, 2026*

• Friday, February 6, 2026*

• Saturday, February 7, 2026*

• Friday, February 13, 2026*

• Friday, February 20, 2026

• Friday, April 17, 2026

• Friday, April 24, 2026

Note: To be considered for Music Talent Scholarships, applicants must audition by February 13, 2026.

Graduate

Graduate Programs
Master of Music: Composition
Master of Music: Conducting
Master of Music: Jazz Studies
Master of Music: Pedagogy
Master of Music: Performance
Master of Music: Music Education

Graduate AuditionsGraduate auditions are conducted by invitation and scheduled individually. Faculty/Staff will reach out following the submission of your application and pre-screening materials.