New Paths and Fresh Perspectives: The Transfer Journey to The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music

The transfer acceptance deadline was two days away and Owen Richards had all but given up on his first choice, The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music. He had already been accepted at another music education program with a saxophone studio, and he was just beginning to give up his dream of becoming a Bruin.

Then, the acceptance letter came.

“It was crazy,” said Richards. “I was overjoyed. I couldn’t believe I had gotten in.”

For transfer applicants like Richards, acceptance to UCLA marks an important milestone in their educational career. But transfer students also bring singular energy to the school of music, enriching the intellectual and artistic life of the entire school.

“Transfer students bring a wealth of experience and fresh perspectives to our classrooms and ensembles,” said Eileen Strempel, inaugural dean. “We’re committed to ensuring they feel fully integrated—academically, artistically, and socially—from the moment they arrive through graduation.”

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