Accepted Students
While studying at Curtis you will join a community of the world’s most talented young musicians. Through lessons with renowned teachers, performing in world-class ensembles, being part of innovative digital projects, or participating in professional tours—your time at Curtis will help you become a leading artist, creator, and innovator in classical music.
This page is intended solely for students who have received a formal letter of acceptance from Curtis for the 26–27 academic year.
Choose Curtis
Accept your place in the 2026–27 academic year at Curtis by submitting your notice of enrollment form through your application status page.
Financial Aid
While full tuition scholarships cover the educational expenses for all Curtis students, the school also offers need-based aid to assist with living expenses. Learn more about applying for need-based financial aid.
The link below will take you to the Application for Supplemental Financial Assistance Instruction Sheet. Follow the instructions on the sheet to apply for supplemental financial assistance for living expenses.
Accepted Students Day
The date for Accepted Students Day has passed. Please email admissions@curtis.edu for a video recording of the event.
Highlights of the Accepted Students Day event include:
Provost’s Welcome
Artistic Production and Chamber Music
Residence Life and Student Affairs
Financial Aid
Q&A Panel with Current Curtis Students (with separate breakout groups for undergraduate and graduate students)
Breakout Session for International Students
Resources
As you prepare to join Curtis in Philadelphia this fall, there are several administrative steps to complete in the following months. Check your email regularly and reach out to the contacts below as needed to ensure a smooth transition.
Contacts
Ms. Patricia Carpino, Senior Associate Dean of Student Services, DSO
Contact for Curtis student health insurance
patricia.carpino@curtis.edu
Ms. Devan Depue, Coordinator of Residence Life & Off-Campus Housing
Contact for housing and living in Philadelphia
devan.depue@curtis.edu
Dr. Yvonne Fulmore, Registrar
Contact for transcripts, test scores, MyCampus, and Canvas
yvonne.fulmore@curtis.edu
Ms. Dana Gordon, Senior Director of Information & Academic Technology
Contact for Curtis email account setup and tech questions
dana.gordon@curtis.edu
Mr. Richard McGovern, Director of Student Life & International Student Affairs
Contact for I-20 process (international students) and Young Artist Initiative outreach)
richard.mcgovern@curtis.edu
Ms. Veronica McAuley, Director of Student Financial Assistance
Contact for financial aid questions
veronica.mcauley@curtis.edu
Ms. Mary Ruddy, Student Billing Specialist
Contact for invoices and optional meal plan purchases (off-campus students)
mary.ruddy@curtis.edu