The general age limit for pianists is 25. String, woodwind and french horn applicants are generally accepted up to 27 years of age. For singers there is a general age limit of 30 years for women and 32 years for men. Applicants younger than 18 years of age are not accepted. However, substantial fellowship aid is available and is provided according to financial need.
Marlboro participants reside in comfortable dormitories on campus and all meals are provided.
All forms and required material must be returned by November 30. Auditions are held in New York City in January or February. Artists are selected to attend on the basis of exceptional talent and promise, without discrimination by race, gender or national origin. To enable access by people of limited means, there is no application or audition fee.