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1) How do I apply for an exam?
1) How do I apply for an exam?
All registrations can be done easily via the online portal. Any adult over 18 is welcome to create an account and pay for an exam booking. Visit HERE to get started!
2) What do the terms mean?
2) What do the terms mean?
The APPLICANT is the adult (parent, teacher, guardian) whose "account" the application will be registered under.
The CANDIDATE is the student who will be sitting for the exam. There can be multiple candidates within each booking, but only one applicant. An adult applicant (over 18) is able to register him/herself as a candidate.
The PRESENTER is the person who has helped the candidate prepare for the exam. Most commonly, this could be the student's teacher, studio, or school. The presenter should not be the student's name. If this field is left blank, the system will automatically assume that the applicant is the presenter.
The APPLICANT is the account holder and is therefore responsible for the payment of the total amount on the booking.
A theory PREREQUISITE for candidates entering Practical and Performance grades 6-8 must be met at the time of application. For a complete list, please see HERE.
Please be sure that the EMAIL, PHONE number, and ADDRESS entered are up-to-date and reliable. This is the only way to reach you with important information pertaining to your exams.
3) How do I know if my booking has been received/processed?
3) How do I know if my booking has been received/processed?
Online bookings must be made by proper deadlines to be accepted. Once processed, you will receive a confirmation email and the booking should appear in your online portal.
4) When will my payment be processed?
4) When will my payment be processed?
Payment submitted via online booking system is processed immediately. If the payment fails, you will be notified immediately to retry the booking.
5) When will I know my exam schedule?
5) When will I know my exam schedule?
When you book a remotely-assessed (online) Performance Grade exam, you will need to select the date to upload your recording. This is your exam day.
When you book an In-Person (face-to-face) Practical Grade exam, you will select a date range of when you'd like to sit for the exam. You will then be booked into a particular slot depending on the total time of your grade level and instrument. Below is a general outline of when In-Person Practical Grade Exams typically occur in Texas:
Austin
- Exams held around mid-to-late November / May- Weekday and Saturday options available
Dallas
- Exams held around early-to-mid November / May- Weekday and Saturday options available
Houston
- Exams held around late Nov to early Dec / late May to early June- Weekday and weekend options available
6) Am I able to request for a specific exam time, or to make changes to my assigned slot?
6) Am I able to request for a specific exam time, or to make changes to my assigned slot?
Applicants (account holder) is able to select the date range for a specific candidate (student). However, specific requests ("Thursday @ 3:15pm") cannot be immediately honored. Late bookings and changes may be available via online portal depending on remaining slots within each region or exam venue. Please see HERE for more details.
7) Am I able to cancel or withdraw from the exam?
7) Am I able to cancel or withdraw from the exam?
Applicants are able to withdraw from the exam within 14-days after the deadline ("Cooling period") and receive a full refund.
Applicants who wish to withdraw from the exam after the "Cooling period" may receive partial refund by sending such request in writing to the local representative. The amount of partial refund is determined by the nature of the extraneous circumstance. Any support document (physician's note, formal letter from school officials...etc.) should accompany the request to be considered for a partial refund.
Applicants who withdraws on the exam day, or missed the exam slot, will not be entitled to any refund or rescheduling.
For complete details on withdrawal policy, click HERE.
8) When will I receive my results?
8) When will I receive my results?
"Marked Forms" or Practical Grade exam results will be available in your online portal within 10 days after the conclusion of your region's exam period. You (the applicant, not the candidate) will also receive an email prompting you to view your score when ready.
Online Theory exam results (grades 1-5) are released in your portal within 7 business days after the exam. You (applicant) will receive an email prompting you to view the score via the online portal.
In-Person Theory exam results (grades 6-8) are released in your portal within 4 weeks after the exam date. You (applicant) will receive an email prompting you to view the score via the online portal.
9) When will I receive my certificate?
9) When will I receive my certificate?
Both Theory and Practical exam certificates are produced and shipped from London. Therefore, applicants will receive them 6-8 weeks after the conclusion of the exam session. For complete details, please click HERE.
10) Why are music exams important?
10) Why are music exams important?
ABRSM is by far the largest and most globally diverse examining body, with a long-standing tradition of excellence for over 134years. ABRSM hosts nearly 660,000 exams each year in more than 93 countries around the world. The comprehensive and rigorous curricula allow students to have a well-rounded understanding of music, which can both satisfy the hobbyist and inspire budding musicians.
The graded exams allow students to progress in their skills and knowledge, and the awarded certification is recognized around the world. Not only does the preparation allow them to gain performance and testing experience, the formal acknowledgement also stays with them for life, wherever they go. Students who advance to ARSM or Diploma levels will rightfully obtain a formal title to their names. Achievements at any graded level is an honor, recognized by institutions around the world.
As the world becomes more mobile, many of the opportunities we engage in become more transient. Local, regional, and even state-wide opportunities can sometimes be limiting in its reach. Looking beyond the state and national offerings can often provide a fresh alternative and wider scope which carries the student beyond borders.
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