AUDITION PROCESS FAQ

Q: What is the student required to bring to the audition?
A: All applicants are to bring the following:

• A copy of the 2007-2008 report card and/or transcript
• Audition ticket
  
• Sharpened pencil
  
• Items required by studios (see studio requirements)

Q: Are students admitted solely on the basis of their audition?
A: No. The audition is only one criterion. Student academic records are also reviewed. Please note: Every applicant must submit a copy of the 2007-2008 report card and/or transcript at each audition.

Q: How will I know if I have been accepted to LaGuardia Arts?
A: Students will be officially contacted through their current school’s guidance counselor. Please do not call LaGuardia Arts to inquire about individual results.

Q: May parents accompany their children to the audition?
A: Yes. Parents may accompany their children to the high school but cannot observe the actual audition. There is limited waiting area for parents. It is recommended that parents plan an activity in the area because the audition process requires approximately 3 hours.

Q: How long will the audition last?
A: The audition takes approximately 3 hours to complete. If possible, students should arrange to call a phone number informing the parents that the audition is complete.

Q: May students audition for more than one studio major?
A: Yes. Students may audition for more than one studio. We recommend that the student bring a lunch if planning two auditions in one day. A student applying to more than two studios must audition on two separate days because a maximum of two auditions may be taken any one day.

Q: If a student in not accepted in the 8th grade, can the audition be taken again in the 9th grade?
A: Yes. We do admit students in the 10th grade, but fewer openings are available. It is not possible to apply for admission into the 11th or 12th grades. Please note: There is no February admission.

Q: What happens if a student is accepted into more than one studio major?
Students must chose one; there are no dual majors.

Q: Are students allowed to change studio majors?
A: Yes. However, acceptance into a different studio requires passing another audition for that studio.

Q: Whom may I contact if there’s a question about the audition process?
A: Call the Admissions Office at (212) 496-0700 Ext. 2234 or e-mail to: Admissions@LaGuardiaHS.net. If you have specific studio-related questions, call the studio: