The Instrumental and Orchestral Studies program trains musicians at the highest level for careers as members of symphony orchestras and other large performing ensembles. It is one of the most comprehensive and selective programs of its kind in Asia. This major is open to flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, horn, trumpet, trombone, bass trombone, tuba, percussion, harp, violin, viola, cello, and double bass players. 

Major study revolves around participation in the Tianjin Juilliard Orchestra and through private lessons and coachings from an international roster of faculty-in-residence who will play side-by-side with their students in orchestra. Students will also be coached by Juilliard New York faculty members and other visiting artist-teachers. There is ample opportunity to participate in mock as well as real-world auditions. In addition, the Tianjin Juilliard orchestral studies program is designed to develop students’ extra-musical skills. Students learn to interact with audiences and gain an understanding of orchestral governance, as well as develop skills in audience and community engagement.

Tianjin Juilliard’s relationships with major performance organizations worldwide will provide students with professional experience in orchestras. Coursework explores the performance practices and traditions of orchestral repertoire. As a student, you hone your skills through participation in: 
 

• regular orchestral readings, rehearsals, and performances of the Tianjin Juilliard Orchestra led by Tianjin Juilliard's resident conductor and renowned guest conductors
• weekly orchestral repertoire classes  
• mock auditions   
• workshops on audition preparation
• side-by-side performance opportunities with faculty and visiting artists
• master classes led by faculty and prominent visiting artists
• chamber music performances 

Existing brass and woodwind quintets may apply for the Tianjin Juilliard Orchestral Studies Fellowship Program. One fellowship ensemble will enroll every year in the Master of Music degree program, majoring in Instrumental and Orchestral Studies, and will receive additional coaching and opportunities in chamber music. As a member of the Tianjin Juilliard Fellowship Brass or Woodwind Quintet, you will receive comprehensive scholarship support including:

• Full-tuition scholarship   
• On-campus housing for two years  
• A ¥15,000 professional development grant for each member annually  
   

This prestigious fellowship nurtures chamber music ensembles at a critical point in their musical and professional development, enabling the members to focus on their study and craft with financial and professional support.    

To learn more about the procedures for starting your application, including eligibility, timeline, application materials, audition requirements and more, please visit Application Procedures. 

To learn more about tuition and scholarship policies, please visit Tuition and Scholarship. 

To get the latest information on graduate admissions events, please visit Admission Events. 

1. What is The Tianjin Juilliard School? 
The Tianjin Juilliard School is a landmark branch campus of The Juilliard School located in Tianjin, China.

2. When was The Tianjin Juilliard School established?
The School launched its Pre-College division in the fall of 2019. The Tianjin Juilliard Graduate division opened in the fall of 2020, coinciding with the official opening of the new campus building. 

3. Why did The Juilliard School choose to launch its branch campus in Tianjin?
From fascinating international architecture to scenic riverscapes, Tianjin has over 600 years of history and cultural heritage to be explored. Students at The Tianjin Juilliard School have the opportunity to expand their understanding of the world while writing a new chapter for the arts in Asia. Learn more about Tianjin here. 

4. What programs are offered at The Tianjin Juilliard School? 
The Tianjin Juilliard School has a Graduate Studies division offering an U.S.- accredited Master of Music degree from The Juilliard School in four majors: Instrumental and Orchestral Studies, Instrumental and Chamber Music Studies, Collaborative Piano, and Composition. There is a dual-degree program offered to Master of Music students in collaboration with the Tianjin Conservatory of Music.  

The Pre-College division offers a comprehensive conservatory-style music program on Saturdays for students ages 8 to 18 who exhibit the talent, potential, and ambition to pursue advanced study in China and abroad.

Tianjin Juilliard's Public Education division is the bridge connecting the world-class musical education of The Juilliard School to the Chinese public through a variety of programs for music learners of all ages and levels. The Music Development Program on Sundays provides a comprehensive curriculum for students, including instrumental lessons, chorus, and music literacy courses. Music Development Program students get to perform regularly throughout the year and many of these performances are open to the public. Public Education also offers music-themed summer and winter camps.

Continuing Education offers a wide range of programs for professional musicians and teachers, including professional development workshops, such as teacher training courses and resources to support their career development. Performance Training Programs offer professional and pre-professional musicians the opportunity to hone their skills through workshops, courses, and programs offered in a variety of performance areas, including the Performer’s Certificate Program, Vocal Institute, Enrichment for Practicing Musicians program, Enrichment for Practicing Musicians Extension (EPM-XT) program, and Professional Development Program.   

5. Who can apply for the dual-degree program?
Master of Music students enrolled in year 1 and year 2 at the Tianjin Conservatory of Music are eligible to apply to the dual-degree Program. This unique opportunity consists of study at Tianjin Conservatory and two years of study at Tianjin Juilliard. Students who successfully complete the program earn a master's degree from The Juilliard School in New York and the Tianjin Conservatory of Music. Learn more about the dual-degree program here. 

6. Who teaches at The Tianjin Juilliard School?
The Tianjin Juilliard School’s resident faculty is made up of esteemed teachers and performers from around the world. World-renowned conductors are invited to lead intensive rehearsals and orchestral concerts. Visiting faculty from the New York campus come to Tianjin to teach master classes, and to engage in recurring residencies and longer-term projects. Students also have opportunities to study with guest artists from peer institutions. Please check here to see our faculty bios. 

7. Will there be student exchange programs between the two schools?
Although faculty and visiting artists will travel between the New York and Tianjin campuses, there will not be any formal student exchange programs at this time. However, there are project-based performance exchanges between the two campuses.

8. What performances are offered by The Tianjin Juilliard School? 
The School offers public performances on campus and tickets to these performances are available to the public for free or at a very low cost. The public can attend concerts performed by the Tianjin Juilliard Ensemble, the Tianjin Juilliard Orchestra, Chamber Music Ensembles, faculty, students, and more. The Tianjin Juilliard Ensemble is a mixed-instrument ensemble composed of distinguished Tianjin Juilliard resident faculty members. Led by resident conductor Ken Lam, the Tianjin Juilliard Orchestra, comprised by graduate students presents up to 10 concerts each season and explores a broad repertoire. There are over 200 performances presented annually in the 687-seat concert hall, 295-seat recital hall, and 221-seat Tanoto Theater. To learn more about our performances, please check the On Stage & Beyond page.

9. How is The Tianjin Juilliard School connected to The Tianjin Conservatory of Music?
The Tianjin Conservatory of Music is the educational partner of The Tianjin Juilliard School.

10. Will The Tianjin Juilliard School have dance and drama programs in the future?
There are no plans to expand into dance and drama at this time. However, this may be reassessed in the future.

11. Where can I find information about job openings at The Tianjin Juilliard School?
The Tianjin Juilliard School's Job Openings page includes listings for open positions at The Tianjin Juilliard School. Please check here for more information. 

12. Where  can I go for Chinese-language information about The Tianjin Juilliard School?
Information about The Tianjin Juilliard School is available in Chinese through the website and via Tianjin Juilliard’s official WeChat account: 天津茱莉亚学院.

13. Is The Tianjin Juilliard School a full-time school? 
The Master of Music degree program is a two-year, full-time accredited graduate program. The Enrichment for Practicing Musicians program is a one-year, non-matriculated program. The Pre-College, Public Education, and other Continuing Education programs are part-time, non-degree-granting programs.

14.   Will The Tianjin Juilliard School offer courses and degrees at the undergraduate level?
There are no plans to offer undergraduate courses and degrees at this time. However, this may be reassessed in the future.

15. What performance opportunities are available?

Students at The Tianjin Juilliard School have numerous opportunities to perform, both on campus, and with partner organizations throughout China and beyond. Students perform in orchestra, small and large-scale mixed ensembles, chamber music groups, side-by-side with resident faculty, and in project-based residencies with visiting faculty and guest artists. To learn more about performances, please check out the On Stage & Beyond page. 

16. What other learning opportunities are available at The Tianjin Juilliard School? 
In addition to Graduate Studies and the Pre-College, The Tianjin Juilliard School offers a variety of programs in Public Education and Continuing Education, public performances, and exhibits. The campus also has a permanent venue, Juilliard Imagination, which is an innovative learning environment featuring interactive exhibitions. 

17. What are the tuition rates?

The 2026-27 Graduate Studies tuition is 232,000 RMB for Chinese nationals and 400,400 RMB for international students  (USD amount dependent on exchange rate, please see website for more detailed information). The Pre-College annual tuition for the 2026-27 academic year is 116,500 RMB. To learn more about tuition and fees for other programs, please visit the relevant program page for detailed information.

18. Are scholarships offered?
The Tianjin Juilliard School offers merit scholarships, need-based grants, graduate fellowships, and graduate assistantships each year. In the previous year, each accepted student was awarded at least one scholarship, grant, or fellowship. Award criteria include the Graduate Studies audition results, academic records, recommendations, application materials, and institutional need for each program and instrument.

Tianjin Juilliard also offers a Chamber Music Fellowship Program and an Orchestral Studies Fellowship Program. Learn more about scholarship opportunities on our website. 

For Pre-College students, a limited number of Financial Aid opportunities are available for students who demonstrate clear financial need. 

19. Is there housing for students? 
Yes. The School offers residential housing for graduate students. Check out a virtual tour of our Graduate Residence Hall.

20. What majors are offered?
The Tianjin Juilliard School offers a U.S.-accredited Master of Music (MM) degree with majors in Instrumental and Orchestral Studies, Instrumental and Chamber Music Studies, Collaborative Piano, and Composition. These majors are unique to the Tianjin Juilliard branch campus and meet a growing need in the region for performing artists trained in collaborative musicianship.

21. Will I have weekly private lessons with a resident faculty member? 
Students in the Master of Music degree program take weekly private lessons with a teacher on their instrument. This private study is supplemented by frequent coaching and opportunities to work with visiting faculty and guest artists.

22. How do the degree programs at The Juilliard School in New York differ from those in Tianjin?
The Juilliard School in New York offers degree programs in dance (BFA), drama (BFA and MFA), and music (BM, MM, DMA, GD, and AD). The Tianjin Juilliard School offers a Master of Music degree with majors in instrumental and orchestral studies, instrumental and chamber music studies, collaborative piano, and composition.

23. Are the degrees offered by The Tianjin Juilliard School accredited?
The Tianjin Juilliard School’s Graduate programs are accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, in line with the New York campus. The degrees are recognized by the Ministry of Education in China.

24. When can I apply for the master’s program? 
Applications for fall 2027 opens September 1, 2026. Final auditions will be held live at select locations worldwide and via final audition video recording. Please check the Admissions section of our website for the latest updates.

25. How many times can I apply to the Master of Music program?
The maximum number of application attempts is three. If you apply to this degree program and are denied admission, you can apply again in a future application cycle. After three unsuccessful attempts to apply to the same major, you are no longer eligible to apply.

26. How long will it take to complete a master’s program at The Tianjin Juilliard School?
The master’s program requires two years of full-time study.

27. What is the language of instructions in the Graduate Studies program?
Classes are taught in English. Applicants are required to submit proof of English language proficiency if English is not their native language.

28. What courses are offered in Graduate Studies?
Course descriptions are posted on the website each semester. Please continue to check the Academic Affairs section on the website for the latest updates.

29. What are the requirements for applying to the Master of Music program?
Musicians who have completed a bachelor’s degree are eligible to apply to the MM program. Musicians are also eligible to apply for a second master’s degree at Tianjin Juilliard if their existing master’s degree is different from the one offered by our school. All instruction is in English, therefore proficiency in the English language is required. Applicants must complete an online application and provide required supplemental materials, including a prescreening recording and an English language test score. The prescreening requirement will be waived for current Juilliard College students. Please check the Admissions section for updates on application procedures and audition repertoire. 

30. Are students in Tianjin affiliated with The Juilliard School in New York?
Students who complete the master’s program in Tianjin will be alumni of The Juilliard School, with an accredited Juilliard degree.

31. If I attend The Tianjin Juilliard School, will I be able to transfer to The Juilliard School?
No, students may not transfer between Tianjin Juilliard and Juilliard in either direction. Tianjin Juilliard alumni are welcome to audition to attend Juilliard for a new program after completing the Master of Music at Tianjin Juilliard. If a student opts to exit Tianjin Juilliard before completion of the program to attend Juilliard, the student would not be able to transfer completed Tianjin Juilliard credits.

32. Will I get priority for admission consideration for The Juilliard School in New York if I attend The Tianjin Juilliard School?
Juilliard’s audition process requires each applicant to undergo the same artistic assessment by faculty in order to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

33. When does the application for the Pre-College open?
The application for fall 2027 opens on October 15, 2026. Please check the Pre-College section for the latest updates.

34. Where are Pre-College classes held?
Pre-College and Graduate Studies classes are held at our campus in Binhai, Tianjin.

35. What is the enrollment process for the Pre-College?
The Pre-College in Tianjin admits students ages 8 to 18 through a competitive application and audition process. All applicants are required to submit pre-screening recordings. Selected applicants will be invited to a live audition. There is no English-language test required during the admissions process. Please continue to check our website for more information about application procedures and audition dates.

36. What is the language of instruction in the Pre-College?
Classes are taught bilingually in English and Chinese.

37. How can I apply to the Pre-College?
Please visit our website for application information, or learn more about the program by emailing us at  admissions.pc@tianjinjuilliard.edu.cn. 

38. What are the benefits of enrolling in the Pre-College?
Similar to the Pre-College at the New York campus, the Tianjin Juilliard Pre-College offers a comprehensive, conservatory-style Saturday music program for advanced pre-college students. The program provides a musical community unlike any other in China. Students are taught and mentored by an international roster of faculty and distinguished visiting guest artists and surrounded by talented peers who share the same passion and drive for success in music. A comprehensive curriculum and ample performance opportunities encourage artistic growth. Our state-of-the-art facilities provide the perfect environment setting for a magical Saturday educational experience. Our students emerge as highly competitive applicants for university and conservatory programs around the world. Pre-College alumni are thriving not only as young musicians pursuing a music degree in the college level, but also as students in other fields of studies. Learn more about student outcomes, here.

39.  Is there a training program for students who are of an advanced intermediate level?
The Public Education division offers various programs to music learners of all ages. The Music Development Program on Sundays provides a comprehensive curriculum for students, including instrumental lessons, chorus, and music literacy courses. Public Education also offers music-themed summer and winter camps.Please visit the Public Education section for more information.

40. What Public Education programs does the School offer?
Tianjin Juilliard's Public Education division is the bridge connecting The Juilliard School's world-class music education to the Chinese public through a variety of programs for music learners of all ages and levels. Music Development Program offers high-quality, age-appropriate, and impactful music instruction on Sundays for students ages 3 to 18, ranging from play-based musical lessons in the early years, to introductory-level skill-building in the primary years, to advanced professional-level training in the secondary years. Summer/ Winter Camps offers enriching and immersive music-themed camp experiences to primary and middle school children. Please visit the Public Education section for more information. 

41. What are the differences between the Music Development Program and the Pre-College? 
The Pre-College division offers a comprehensive, conservatory-style program at Tianjin Juilliard every Saturday from September to May, and the Music Development Program offers high-quality, age-appropriate, and impactful music instruction for students from 3 to 18 years-old on Sundays at Tianjin Juilliard. The Music Development Program faculty is a group of teachers auditioned, interviewed, and endorsed by the Tianjin Juilliard resident faculty. Members of Pre-College faculty are distinguished artist-teachers, many of whom are also faculty for the Tianjin Juilliard Graduate Studies program. 

42. What Continuing Education programs does the School offer?
Continuing Education offers a wide range of programs for professional musicians and teachers, including Performer’s Certificate Program, Vocal Institute, Enrichment for Practicing Musicians program, Enrichment for Practicing Musicians Extension (EPM-XT) program, Professional Development Program, and Teacher Training Programs.

43. When do I become an official alum and how does it happen? 
When you graduate from the Master of Music program or the non‑degree programs (Pre‑College, EMP, PCP), as part of the checkout process, you will swap your TJS ID for a digital alumni card via the Alumni WeChat Mini Program This signals your status change. This card will grant you certain access to the building and will entitle you to several discounts. Click here for the complete list of alumni benefits. Click here for the complete list of alumni benefits.

44. Will I keep my existing Tianjin Juilliard email address? 
No. Alumni will be assigned a new email address with the format firstname.lastname@alumni.tianjinjuilliard.edu.cn. Your emails from the old email account will be migrated to a new email account within a week after commencement. Your previous email conversations in the mailbox folders will still exist, but all future correspondence will be from your alumni's email address. You will be notified before this happens. If anyone emails your previous email address, it will automatically be forwarded to your alumni email.  Pre‑College students who graduate from Tianjin Juilliard will have their TJS email accounts deactivated. Currently, there are no alumni email accounts provided for Pre‑College students. 

45. Can I use the practice rooms after commencement? 
Unfortunately, we’re unable to accommodate alumni requests to utilize the on-campus practice rooms.      

46. I am still in Tianjin after commencement and need a place to practice. What should I do? 
If you have special circumstances and require access to school facilities such as practice rooms, (for example, you are continuing to take auditions or preparing upcoming performances/competitions), you may contact alumni@tianjinjuilliard.edu.cn to apply for permission.

47. What should I do if I need access to specialty instruments during this time? 
If you need access to specialty instruments or facilities such as percussion, harp, double bass, contrabassoon, or reed room, you must consult the relevant studio faculty and obtain approval first and then fill out the instrument loan form available from Performance and Venues Operation Office. Please note that requests must be made at least 2 days in advance by contacting alumni@tianjinjuilliard.edu.cn. 

48. Who could I contact regarding making some audition recordings at the school?

Please email your request to alumni@tianjinjuilliard.edu.cn.  

49. Do I still have access to the building? 
Yes, but your alumni card will only allow you to access public spaces that are open to any community member, including Juilliard Imagination, lobby, and Tianjin Juilliard Store. As an alum, you can only go to the upper floors if you make an appointment with staff or faculty. Once you make an appointment, that TJS staff/faculty member must notify the facilities of your appointment, so you can exchange your TJS alumni card for a temporary alumni visitor card during your visit. This card will only allow access to the elevators. It will not provide you with access to practice rooms, rehearsal rooms, or offices.

50. Do I still have access to the library and any digital resources in the library? 
The library has provided the following information about accessing the library after graduation:

• JuilCat online catalog – The library’s online catalog is open to anyone with an internet connection.
• To access The Tianjin Juilliard library, please request an appointment by emailing library@tianjinjuilliard.edu.cn
• JuilCat Plus Digital Resources (e.g., Henle, Berlin Phil Digital Concert Hall) are accessible only during this appointment when a librarian will enable onsite access to the library’s digital resources at the library. No library materials can be checked out.  

51. What expires after graduation？ 
Once your student status is removed, i.e., you will not be able to use these services: WIFI, Cisco AnyConnect, printing service, Microsoft Office 365, Asimut, Canvas, Cadence, TJS Myhub, and the anti-virus software Avast.

52. How do I request transcripts and degree verification? 
The Registrar’s Office has authorized the National Student Clearinghouse to provide transcripts, enrollment verifications, and degree verifications for current students and alumni. Please read the information below:

• Transcripts

You will receive an unofficial transcript from the Tianjin Juilliard Registrar’s Office after commencement. However, you can order an official transcript online through the Juilliard website via the National Student Clearinghouse. To do so, please click here. 

For PC students, you can download an unofficial transcript on Cadence or reach out to Sappho.Zhao@tianjinjuilliard.edu.cn and get the official transcripts.

53. How do I get my diploma/transcripts translated into Chinese? 
If an employer requires your Juilliard diploma to be translated into Chinese and notarized, then you will require the services of a professional translation/notary agency according to the needs from your workplace or school. The closest one to the school is TEDA Notary Public Office of Tianjin China(天津市泰达公证处).

• Web: https://www.tedanota.cn
• Address:5th floor, No.21 Hongda Street TEDA Tianjin（滨海新区宏达街21号5层）。
• Tel: (022)25203328-forward 0.  

54. How do I request enrollment verification? 
You may request a letter of enrollment by emailing registrar@tianjinjuilliard.edu.cn. 

For PC students, you may request a letter of enrollment by emailing Yeqing.Han@tianjinjuilliard.edu.cn. 

55. How do I request a non-criminal record? 
This is only required for international students who work inside China. You will receive your non-criminal record after the commencement.

56. How many public performances are presented at The Tianjin Juilliard School?  

The Tianjin Juilliard School presents more than 200 performances each year on campus and beyond. The academic year, which runs from September through May, also serves as the performance season, with most performances taking place during this period. The performers are primarily Tianjin Juilliard students and faculty, with guest artists also participating in selected performances. During the summer break, Tianjin Juilliard also offers summer programs, which may include performances. 

57. Where can I find performance information and how can I purchase tickets?  

Performance information is available on the Tianjin Juilliard’s website through the performance calendar as well as the School’s WeChat Official Account “The Tianjin Juilliard School.” Each performance page will indicate how to attend and book the tickets (i.e. through free online registration or ticket purchase).  

58. Is it possible to purchase tickets at the venue?

At present, Tianjin Juilliard does not offer on-site ticket sales, and all audience members must purchase tickets online. 

59. Are there any age or height restrictions for attending Tianjin Juilliard performances?

Yes. As Tianjin Juilliard performances primarily feature classical music, children must be over 120 cm tall or at least 7 years old to attend. The school also presents a limited number of family-friendly performances each year, which will be clearly indicated. There are no age or height restrictions for these performances.