pointblank Diploma Entrance Evaluation
Submission of this Entrance Evaluation form is required to meet institutional standards for admission to all Diploma programs, as well as accreditation standards set by the National Association of Schools of Music. Its purpose is to develop evidence that you (the student) possess the potential for success in the program you are seeking to enter. Please answer truthfully, and provide thorough detail where possible. For text responses, a minimum of 200 characters (about 50 words) per response is required.

This Entrance Evaluation is required for students seeking to enter the following programs:
  • Music Production Advanced Diploma (Online)
  • Music Production & Audio Engineering Diploma 
  • Music Production & DJ Performance Diploma 
  • Music Production & Sound Design Diploma 
  • Music Production & Vocal Performance Diploma
Please note: Students who do not provide a satisfactory Entrance Evaluation submission will be denied entrance into the Diploma program, and may be redirected to shorter single-course programs in order to develop evidence that the student possesses the potential for success in a longer Diploma program.
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1A. REQUIRED: Please provide the URL (e.g., via Dropbox, Google Drive, WeTransfer, etc.) for a downloadable sample of original musical work you have created as the sole music producer. Submissions must be at least 2 minutes in length and in a standard audio format of WAV, AIF, or MP3.
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1B. REQUIRED: Please provide another URL (e.g., via Dropbox, Google Drive, WeTransfer, etc.) for a second sample of original musical work you have created as the sole music producer. Submissions must be at least 2 minutes in length and in a standard audio format of WAV, AIF, or MP3.
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2. Please describe your creative process for the original music samples you provided above. How did you create the tracks? What were your inspirations? Were you pleased with the end results? What are the areas for improvement?

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3. Point Blank seeks talented candidates who possess clear interests and artistic sensibilities. What are your unique talents, interests, and artistic sensibilities as a music producer?

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4. Point Blank seeks candidates who are committed to becoming the best in their field. How do you plan to become a high-level practitioner of music production and/or audio engineering, sound design, DJ performance, or vocal performance (as applicable to your program)?

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5. Point Blank seeks candidates from diverse backgrounds who thrive in educational environments. Please describe (1) your personal background, (2) your previous general education, and (3) your previous musical training and education, if any. (If you have received any awards or recognitions, please list those here as well.)

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6. Please download the PBMS Catalog and review the specific program purposes for the Diploma program you are seeking to enter. Do you believe you have the potential for success in the program? Why or why not? How do you plan to succeed in the program?

The Catalog is located at:

https://www.pointblankmusicschool.com/extras/legal-us/consumer-resources/

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7. Please describe your level of familiarity, knowledge, and past experience (if any) with the following:

1. Music Production Software (Ableton, Logic, ProTools)
2. Music Theory
3. Basic Musicianship
4. Ear Training
5. Music Notation (Sight-reading Sheet Music)
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