Applicants should have at least four years of college training in music or its equivalent in private study. Applicants are accepted regardless of race, sex, nationality, religion, disability or marital status. Exceptions are made on an individual basis, depending on the applicant's talent and any other extenuating circumstances such as military service or having entered the music field at a very late stage. Requirements for foreign applicants AVA welcomes applications from qualified singers from other countries. Admission requirements are identical for all applicants, regardless of citizenship.
English proficiency is required, and is evaluated in the audition process.
Immigration regulations require all successful foreign applicants to obtain a Visa. In addition, each student must complete an I-20 Form. Faxed materials are not accepted. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view and print the application form.