Escuela Superior de Música Reina Sofía
Madrid, Spain
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
- 6%
- Students
- —
- International students
- —
- Institution type
- Private non-profit
- Founded
- 1991
Overview
The Escuela Superior de Música Reina Sofía is a prestigious specialist music school founded in 1991 in Madrid, Spain. Operated by the Fundación Albéniz, it offers fully-funded advanced training to exceptionally talented musicians, with a 6% acceptance rate. Programs include the Grado (Bachelor's equivalent) and various Master's degrees in musical performance and composition, all within the European Higher Education Area. Located near the Royal Palace and Teatro Real, the school features a 351-seat Sony Auditorium, practice facilities, and library.
Fields of study
- Music
- Musical Performance
- Music Composition
- Chamber Music
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- September 2026
- Application deadlines
- Varies by program
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- admisiones@escuelareinasofia.es
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
Varies by program
Domestic students
Varies by program
Tuition is free for all students thanks to patron-funded scholarships. The only required payment is €1,200 as a place reservation fee.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Artist Diploma (opens in a new tab)On Campus | — | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Diploma de Postgrado en Estudios Avanzados de Dirección de Orquesta (opens in a new tab)On Campus | — | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Diploma de Postgrado en Piano Contemporáneo (opens in a new tab)On Campus | — | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Diploma en Interpretación / Composición Musical (opens in a new tab)On Campus | — | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Estudios Preliminares (opens in a new tab)On Campus | — | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| Grado en Enseñanzas Artísticas Superiores de Música (opens in a new tab)On Campus | Bachelor's | 4 years | Varies | Varies | — |
| Máster en Composición Dramática y Ensemble Instrumental (opens in a new tab)On Campus | Master's | 1 year | Varies | Varies | — |
| Máster en Interpretación Musical (opens in a new tab)On Campus | Master's | 1 year | Varies | Varies | — |
| Máster en Interpretación Musical Avanzado (opens in a new tab)Spanish, English · On Campus | Master's | 2 years | Varies | Varies | — |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.