<p>We had a disappointing experience with NU jazz auditions last year–it just didn’t seem as though the full commitment was there for jazz yet. I would definitely explore the details–how many students are currently in the program, how many accepted and enrolled this year. We thought it would be a great place to be on the “ground floor” of, but it just didn’t seem to get rolling. The music admissions staff–Deborah Trushke(?)–is fantastic, and will answer questions for you. It is hard to get to Goines via email, but she is a master. </p>
<p>A student MUST be accepted by NU undergrad AND the music school in order to enroll in the music school. This is not the same thing as a double degree. For jazz, you can apply for a DD in jazz/journalism or jazz/liberal arts as as well.</p>