How are music composition supplements evaluated? Can someone message me and evaluate my supplement?

Applying to College
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I see many many posts and videos on people who’ve submitted music performance supplements and it’s pretty clear the standard to which they’re held at in order to receive a high score and positively impact the applicant. There’s a ton of examples, sample scoring, etc.

There’s literally nothing on music composition, and I have no idea how my supplement is relative to others that have been submitted before. I would really appreciate if someone could provide insight on how music composition supplements are scored, or give examples of a few in the past or something? Literally any info would be appreciated because there’s a clear scarcity at the moment ?

(BTW - I am not applying to any conservatories, nor am I majoring in music. I plan to major in Business or Economics with interests in entering the music business area or digital marketing. I’m applying mainly to reach schools as I’ve already been accepted to a safety I’m happy with + am applying to all 3 matches early).

Thank you all!

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Instructions for supplements are found within the application and/or on the college admissions site. Requirements vary by college.

In general, if the college accepts composition supplements (and not all do), you would submit a PDF of the score and a recording of the score through Slideroom.

Admissions does not evaluate supplements. At its discretion, they will send a percentage of supplements to the music department for commentary. The music department solely evaluates the supplement. They do not receive your whole file and make no admissions recommendation.

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So do you think I should submit one? I’m just having trouble seeing whether or not I’m good enough, if that makes sense

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If your work is comparable to what would be submitted to a conservatory, submit. If not, just talk about it in your essays, if you’d like. If you are unsure if the quality of your work, seek feedback from a music teacher at your school.