Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their applications by 15 December 2026. Meeting this recommended deadline gives the Admissions Team time to review your materials and notify you if anything is missing. Applications submitted after this date will still be accepted until the final January deadline. However, they will be reviewed in their submitted form, and incomplete applications will not be considered. To avoid this risk, we encourage you to apply as early as possible.

The Barenboim-Said Akademie welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to building a diverse and talented ensemble of young musician-scholars. Applications for all programs and instruments are submitted via SlideRoom.

Before applying, we encourage you to read the admissions information pages carefully. There you will find details on each program, admissions requirements, and the pre-screening and auditions repertoire for your instrument. You may also wish to consult our Frequently Asked Questions.

Applicants should apply to only one program. In some cases, however, an applicant may be considered for a different program if it is determined to be a better fit. We therefore encourage you to reflect on your musical and academic development when deciding which of our four programs is most appropriate for you.

You can find guidance on choosing the right program in the “Who should apply?” section of our website.

If you have further questions about applying to the Barenboim-Said Akademie that are not answered on our website, please contact our Admissions Team.

For technical issues with SlideRoom registration or application portal, please visit SlideRoom Support.