Application Deadline: April 1, 2025.  Upon review of application materials, applicants will be invited to participate in one of two divisions: Artist, or Rising Artist. Applicants are highly encouraged to apply early, as space is limited. Correspondence regarding application status will be made via email. 

UFIPF Application Procedures
 

1.Complete the online application (application fee: $40) - Application fee is non-refundable.
The application Deadline for the 2025 Festival has passed. 

2. Send the following items electronically to UFIPF@arts.ufl.edu
  -- Video files or links (YouTube, etc.) of at least two contrasting works performed by the applicant
  -- A short statement (less than 300 words) describing your musical background and why you want to participate in the UFIPF
  -- Letter of recommendation from your current piano teacher (to be sent directly to UFIPF@arts.ufl.edu )

3. Participants will be notified upon acceptance and given instructions for completing their registration.

*Applicants are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships based on the submitted materials.

Registration Timeline (2025)

April 1: Application deadline
April 7: Applicants will be notified of the acceptance and scholarship status. Applicants are asked to notify their intention to participate by April 11
May 1: Deadline for Tuition payment
May 10: Deadline for Room & Board payment

Tuition -2025
 

Artist Division/Rising Artist Division

Application Fee: $40 (non-refundable) 
Festival Tuition: $750 (merit-based partial or full scholarship available)
Room & Board: $600 (double-occupancy. single room with an additional fee may be available if space permits)

See Accommodations & Travel for additional details.