Registration FAQ
There are many factors to consider when committing to musical study. Levine School of Music offers a nurturing environment for students of all ages and we welcome you to join us! We hope that you learn about Levine from your friends and neighbors, our catalog and website. Here we try to answer some frequently asked questions, but if your question is not answered here, please feel free to contact us directly. Our main phone number is: 202-686-8000 or you can contact the Campus Locations directly via phone or email.
Q: Is the on-line registration site secure?
Q: Does my registration automatically roll-over each semester/year?
Q: I am having a problem registering online. Who should I call?
Q: Can I register over the phone?
Q: Is it possible to start private lessons mid-semester?
Q: Can I start group classes after the semester begins?
Q: If I begin a class or lesson later in the semester will my tuition be pro-rated?
Q: Can I choose to register for less than the full semester/year of private lessons (18 or 36 weeks)?
Q: Are payment plan options available?
Q: If I have to miss a lesson will I get a make-up?
Q: If I can’t attend a class, will there be a make-up?
Q: How do I withdraw from lessons or classes?
Q: What is a master teacher?
Q: Is it possible to switch teachers?
Q: What is a jury?
Q: Where do I go to rent an instrument?
Q: Is the online registration site secure?
A: Yes. Our registration forms are on an https connection.
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Q: Does my registration automatically roll-over each semester/year?
A: Registration does not automatically “roll-over” each semester/year. For those registering for the semester, a re-registration form will be sent to you as a reminder. Otherwise, you will need to re-register either online or at your campus location in order to continue lessons/classes with your teacher.
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Q: I am having a problem registering online. Who should I call?
A: You may either call our general number 202-686-8000 x 0 or call the campus at which you plan to study and the staff can help walk you through the process. You can also register in person at the campus locations.
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Q: Can I register over the phone?
A: Registration can not be done over the phone. It can be submitted online, in person, by fax, or by mail.
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Q: Is it possible to start private lessons mid-semester?
A: Private lessons can begin at anytime, availability permitting.
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Q: Can I start group classes after the semester begins?
A: Most group classes do not allow new students to enter past the first or second meeting, but there are exceptions. Early Childhood and Elementary Music classes can often accommodate late enrollments, as can the ensemble classes (such as the chamber orchestras). Contact the Director of Admissions with questions on late group/ensemble enrollment at 202-686-8000 x1039.
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Q: If I begin a class or lesson later in the semester will my tuition be pro-rated?
A: Private lesson tuition is always pro-rated. Group class tuition is generally not pro-rated but there may be some exceptions. Contact the Director of Admissions with questions on group class pro-rating at 202-686-8000 x1039.
Q: Can I choose to register for less than the full semester/year of private lessons (18 or 36 weeks)?
A: It is possible to customize your schedule at Levine provided there is a teacher who is willing to provide the flexibility. This should be discussed with the faculty chair in the placement interview. If you are starting late in the semester, you may register for the remaining lessons in the semester/year.
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Q: Are payment plan options available?
A: We have multiple payment options available. One can pay in full for the year, in full for a semester or join the payment plan through Tuition Management Systems (10 payments for the year; 5 for the semester). Please note that the 10 payments start for Fall Semester and the payment installments reduce in number throughout the year. More information can be found at on our Tuition & Fees page.
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Q: If I have to miss a lesson will I get a make-up?
A: Make-ups are only arranged for lessons that the teacher must miss or due to school closure. We cannot provide make-ups for lessons that are cancelled by the student. For further information, please go to our Policies & Procedures page.
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Q: If I can’t attend a class, will there be a make-up?
A: Only those classes that need to be cancelled by the teacher or are a result of school closure will be made up. Please see our Policies & Procedures page for more information.
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Q: How do I withdraw from lessons or classes?
A: All withdrawals must be made in writing to the register with a copy to the teacher (email is accepted). Please refer to the withdrawal policy on our Policies and Procedures page to learn about refunds.
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Q: What is a master teacher?
A: Some teachers are designated as "master teachers." Students of these teachers pay $5 to $13 more than the listed tuition. For more information, please contact Student Services at 202-686-8000, ext. 1080.
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Q: Is it possible to switch teachers?
A: If you feel you need a change of teacher, the first and most important thing to do is to speak to the head of the appropriate department. The department chair will guide you in speaking to the current teacher and selecting a new teacher. You can find a list of department chairs on our faculty page.
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Q: What is a jury?
A: A jury is an evaluation of a student’s progress during the semester. It is conducted by a panel of teachers who listen to the student’s program and provide written comments.
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Q: Where do I go to rent an instrument?
A: Please take a look at our local music resources page to find businesses that rent instruments, sell sheet music and more.
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