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Anderson University

Anderson, SC

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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program Recognition

NASM accredited (National Association of Schools of Music)

Part of the South Carolina School of the Arts Conservatory of Music

Training

Instrumental Performance track within the Bachelor of Music performance pathway

Intensive study in individual and ensemble performance on your primary instrument

Pedagogy, music business and entrepreneurship, conducting, and music technology coursework

Performance opportunities in Wind Symphony, String Ensemble, Anderson Symphony Orchestra, and chamber ensembles

Degree Flexibility

128 credit hours, 4-year program

Prepares students to perform professionally and build their own teaching studio

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.30

Admit rate

55%

school-wide

Grad rate

66%

Enrollment

3.2K

Earnings

$42K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$37,790

Before aid

Average net price

$23,544

After aid

Tuition And Fees · andersonuniversity.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Sep 21, 1:14 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NASM accredited (National Association of Schools of Music)

Part of the South Carolina School of the Arts Conservatory of Music

Training

Instrumental Performance track within the Bachelor of Music performance pathway

Intensive study in individual and ensemble performance on your primary instrument

Pedagogy, music business and entrepreneurship, conducting, and music technology coursework

Performance opportunities in Wind Symphony, String Ensemble, Anderson Symphony Orchestra, and chamber ensembles

Degree Flexibility

128 credit hours, 4-year program

Prepares students to perform professionally and build their own teaching studio

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NASM accredited (National Association of Schools of Music)

Part of the South Carolina School of the Arts Conservatory of Music

Training

Instrumental Performance track within the Bachelor of Music performance pathway

Intensive study in individual and ensemble performance on your primary instrument

Pedagogy, music business and entrepreneurship, conducting, and music technology coursework

Performance opportunities in Wind Symphony, String Ensemble, Anderson Symphony Orchestra, and chamber ensembles

Degree Flexibility

128 credit hours, 4-year program

Prepares students to perform professionally and build their own teaching studio

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

University AppApplication

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Common App School Website

Fee

$40

Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

Application · Common App

Program AppApplication

Order

The university application must be submitted before the audition.

Auditions

Music Audition

Nov 13, 2026Dec 4, 2026Feb 12 & 26, 2027Apr 16, 2027

Visit Music · link.andersonuniversity.edu

Audition Requirements

Repertoire

Two contrasting pieces from the standard repertory on your primary instrument

Scales & Technique

Know the scales and arpeggios appropriate for your instrument

Letters of Recommendation

Required: one printed letter from a music teacher or worship leader familiar with your skills

Essay

Required; 500 words maximum

Why you want to attend Anderson University and SCSA

What you can contribute to the music department based on your skills and qualities

Most important educational and career goals within the next five years and long-term goals

Music Audition Requirements · andersonuniversity.edu

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply to Anderson University via Common App or school portal

Rolling admissions

Apply by December 1 for best scholarship consideration

Apply no later than July 1 to begin in fall semester

Important Notes

Admitted students complete a theory placement test at the audition — used for course placement only, not for admission

Under the Conservatory of Music in the South Carolina School of the Arts

What's The Process

Audition Expectations

In-person audition on campus on your primary instrument

Perform two contrasting pieces from standard repertory

Demonstrate appropriate scales and arpeggios

Sight-reading and sight-singing assessment

Theory placement test

Professional attire similar to a professional interview

Contact

Scschoolofthearts@andersonuniversity.edu

Scholarship Info

Scsa Scholarship

Compete for a South Carolina School of the Arts scholarship up to $5,000

Scholarship consideration included in audition process

Apply by December 1 for best scholarship consideration

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.30

Admit rate

55%

school-wide

Grad rate

66%

Enrollment

3.2K

Earnings

$42K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$37,790

Before aid

Average net price

$23,544

After aid

Tuition And Fees · andersonuniversity.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

NASM accredited (National Association of Schools of Music)

Part of the South Carolina School of the Arts Conservatory of Music

Training

Instrumental Performance track within the Bachelor of Music performance pathway

Intensive study in individual and ensemble performance on your primary instrument

Pedagogy, music business and entrepreneurship, conducting, and music technology coursework

Performance opportunities in Wind Symphony, String Ensemble, Anderson Symphony Orchestra, and chamber ensembles

Degree Flexibility

128 credit hours, 4-year program

Prepares students to perform professionally and build their own teaching studio

Updated Sep 21, 1:14 PM