Thank you for your interest in Douglas Anderson School of the Arts.   The audition application window for the 2025-2026 school year is now open until January 31st.  

Audition Application

Once the application is submitted in full, you will be emailed the student’s audition date and time.

Please review the audition requirements for the Arts Area of interest to you.

Newest Track for Vocal Music

Introducing a Singer/Songwriter track within the Vocal Department. This track is for the creative songwriter and will focus on songwriting, recording, and music industry courses. Students will be required to take the foundational vocal courses during their freshman year and then enter into a unique track beginning in their sophomore year with a combined course load of classical and contemporary classes.  Check the Vocal Audition page for details on audition requirements for this track.

Entrance Requirements  

• Acceptance to Douglas Anderson is by audition only.

• Students must minimally be at an intermediate skill level.

• Two recommendations are required.  Requests for recommendation letters are made only through SlideRoom (the audition application software.)   Please include two names and email addresses in the reference section of the application.  SlideRoom will email your references so they can submit their recommendation.  We will not accept recommendation letters via email or in person.

• A copy of the student’s most recent report card must be submitted. A 2.0 Grade Point Average is required. Florida law requires a minimum 2.0 grade point average for participation in state performances, which includes All-State, State Thespians, gallery showings, and other school-related activities.

Your audition will include an interview in addition to other arts area requirements.

The above steps must be completed for your student to audition for Douglas Anderson School of the Arts. NOTE: Douglas Anderson is not part of the school choice/magnet lottery.

Curriculum

Douglas Anderson offers a four-year, full academic curriculum, which includes honors, dual enrollment, and advanced placement courses. The advanced intensive arts curriculum includes visual arts, dance, vocal, band, orchestra, guitar, piano, cinematic arts, creative writing, and theatre (including performance, technical, and musical theatre). A minimum of 12 courses in the student's arts major is required.

Additional Contractual Agreements

All arts areas require fair share contributions. The amount varies among arts areas and performance groups. (Fund-raising opportunities are provided for all students to earn their fair share.) Additional area-specific requirements that affect a student’s grade may be mandatory. Arts directors will provide more information at the new-student orientation.  

As noted in the curriculum guide, all students are required to take the core courses in their arts area curriculum.

Transportation

The Duval County School System currently provides buses to and from Douglas Anderson.  Please refer to our transportation page for more information.

Additional Information

If you have any additional questions about DA or the audition process, please feel free to e-mail us at Email DA Admissions.  IMPORTANT: Don't forget to include your student's name and art area in your correspondence.