Join our thriving community of scholars and artists in the Benjamin T. Rome School of Performing Arts!  Apply for admission to study with our renowned faculty in the nation’s capital.

Admission to the Rome School requires both 1) acceptance into the university, and 2) (for most programs) a successful audition.  These steps can be completed in either order.

Step One: University Application 

Complete your application to Catholic University.
The university pro​vides helpful guides to undergraduate admissions and graduate admissions, as well as special information for international students.

Step Two: Audition (online or in person)

Create an account in the Acceptd portal to see the specific requirements there for your program of choice and submit required materials.  Some programs (including but not limited to Composition) may also invite auditionees to a follow-up interview via Zoom.

What if I want to audition in person?

In-person audition dates for entry in fall 2026 are:

Saturday, December 6, 2025 
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Saturday, February 7, 2026

What are the deadlines for entry in fall 2026?

Undergraduate online-only submissions will be considered from August 1, 2025, through January 15, 2026. More information may be found in the Acceptd portal under your specific program. Provided that you have successfully applied to Catholic University by January 15, 2026, a grace period will be allowed to submit audition materials until February 4, 2026.  Materials may be submitted on a case-by-case basis after that date. 

Graduate online-only submissions are evaluated on a rolling basis and will be considered from August 1, 2025, through July 31, 2026. More information may be found in the Acceptd portal under your specific program.

How do I choose my specific program and learn what the audition requires?

Consult the Drama Audition Guide or the Music Audition Guide to learn more about program offerings and audition requirements.

Whom can I ask for help interpreting requirements or troubleshooting my application?

Contact Sadie Koopman, Student Engagement Specialist, at koopmansa@cua.edu.

What about scholarships and financial aid?

 Several different types of support are available.  Consult our Scholarships and Aid Guide to learn more.