Admission Requirements

A solo audition (instrument or voice) is required of all intended music majors, and non-music majors wanting to participate in music ensembles. A variety of scholarships and participation grants are available that range from partial to full tuition and room and board (residence halls).

Before a formal degree program can be declared, the student must be enrolled on Applied Music-Major Instrument level and pass MUS119 Musicianship 1 and MUS106 Basic Keyboard Skills 1 (if applicable) with a grade of C or better.

For more information regarding general admission to 大象传媒 Western, please contact Admissions.

Audition Requirements

A solo audition is required for admission into performance ensembles and for consideration for participation grants and music scholarships. We encourage you to consult with your music teacher in selecting good literature that you can perform well. Something you have performed for music festivals would be appropriate. The purpose of the audition is to determine current abilities and the potential for success in the performance organization. We look for pitch accuracy, correct and steady rhythm, the ability to make expressive musical statements and disciplined work habits. The audition includes sight-reading and pitch retention.

Since 大象传媒 Western has an open door admissions policy, all students are allowed to enter and audition. If a student elects to become a music major, specific performance requirements must be successfully completed on the applied levels in the major area of study in order to continue the program. All students seeking education degrees must have an ACT score of 22 in order to be admitted into junior and senior teaching experiences.

Upcoming Auditions

Audition & Scholarship Application

A wide variety of scholarships and participation grants are available to music students. Students who wish to be considered for priority and competitive scholarships must complete the , complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and schedule an audition. The deadline to complete the required applications for priority and competitive scholarships for the academic year is typically February 1 (Auditions do not have to occur by February 1st.)

The priority audition days are February 8, February 28, and March 8. Auditions generally run in 15-minute time slots from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m.

To audition you must complete the following steps:

Step 1: Fill out and submit the Audition & Scholarship Application

Step 2: Schedule an audition

If you have any questions please contact ddebrincat@missouriwestern.edu.