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No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

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BA Music

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Training

Broad-based BA Music core in music history, music theory, musicianship, and performance

Private applied music study with weekly individual lessons

Senior recital/capstone requirement

Elective choices in vocal, piano, instrumental, recording, literature, pedagogy, and ensemble work

Performance & Productions

Performance opportunities as soloist and ensemble musician

Aurora University Chorale, AU Band, Chamber Ensemble, Opera Workshop, Jazz Band, and other campus ensembles

University Chorale international tour to Ireland in 2023

Crimi Auditorium serves as the on-campus concert venue for guest artists, faculty, and students

Degree Flexibility

BA structure supports elective choice and combining music with another major

Applied lessons and ensembles welcome music majors, minors, and non-majors

Curriculum prepares students for private instruction, solo/collaborative performance, music administration, and related careers

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.56

Admit rate

81%

school-wide

Grad rate

60%

Enrollment

Earnings

$59K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$30,910

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$50,108

Before aid

Average net price

$18,838

After aid

Cost Of Attendance · aurora.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Sep 9, 4:20 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Broad-based BA Music core in music history, music theory, musicianship, and performance

Private applied music study with weekly individual lessons

Senior recital/capstone requirement

Elective choices in vocal, piano, instrumental, recording, literature, pedagogy, and ensemble work

Performance & Productions

Performance opportunities as soloist and ensemble musician

Aurora University Chorale, AU Band, Chamber Ensemble, Opera Workshop, Jazz Band, and other campus ensembles

University Chorale international tour to Ireland in 2023

Crimi Auditorium serves as the on-campus concert venue for guest artists, faculty, and students

Degree Flexibility

BA structure supports elective choice and combining music with another major

Applied lessons and ensembles welcome music majors, minors, and non-majors

Curriculum prepares students for private instruction, solo/collaborative performance, music administration, and related careers

Program Highlights

Training

Broad-based BA Music core in music history, music theory, musicianship, and performance

Private applied music study with weekly individual lessons

Senior recital/capstone requirement

Elective choices in vocal, piano, instrumental, recording, literature, pedagogy, and ensemble work

Performance & Productions

Performance opportunities as soloist and ensemble musician

Aurora University Chorale, AU Band, Chamber Ensemble, Opera Workshop, Jazz Band, and other campus ensembles

University Chorale international tour to Ireland in 2023

Crimi Auditorium serves as the on-campus concert venue for guest artists, faculty, and students

Degree Flexibility

BA structure supports elective choice and combining music with another major

Applied lessons and ensembles welcome music majors, minors, and non-majors

Curriculum prepares students for private instruction, solo/collaborative performance, music administration, and related careers

Key Info

Enrollment Term

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Deadline

PriorityNov 15, 2026

Regular DecisionRolling

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Auditions

On-Campus Scholarship Audition

Jan 30, 2027Mar 13, 2027Apr 24, 2027

Music Scholarships · aurora.edu

Scholarship Audition and Interview Requirements

Optional audition and interview for scholarship consideration only; they are not required for program admission.

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Music majors prepare two contrasting works of music

Piano majors should prepare a work by J. S. Bach if possible and one other work

Vocal music majors should prepare one selection in a language other than English if possible

Non-music majors prepare one piece of their choice

Essay

Minimum 300-word essay on your interest in music and what you hope to achieve at Aurora University as a musician

Submit via email or bring to audition

Letters of Recommendation

One letter from someone who knows you as a musician

Must comment on character, work ethic, team participation, and ability

Submit via email or bring to audition

Sheet Music

Email sheet music to music@aurora.edu at least two weeks before audition

Digital images of sheet music not accepted

Only needed if accompanist is requested

Music Scholarships · aurora.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Admission Pathway

No audition required for admission to the BA Music program

Rolling admission with November 15 priority deadline

Important Notes

Alternate audition dates may be arranged with three weeks' notice

Scholarship recipients must participate in an AU ensemble each semester

Scholarship recipients complete four semesters of private lessons beginning freshman year and receive an annual faculty evaluation each spring

What's The Process

Audition Process

Optional audition and interview for Music Achievement Scholarship

Not required for program admission

Duration: approximately 15 minutes

Audition Expectations

Perform prepared scholarship repertoire

Vocalists may use classical, musical theater, aria, oratorio, or folk-song arrangements

Memorization preferred for vocalists and pianists

Brief coaching session with a music instructor

Interview with faculty members

Vocalists demonstrate range and sight reading

Pianists and instrumentalists may be asked to play scales or arpeggios

Accompanist available upon request via music@aurora.edu or the online application

Sheet music must be emailed at least two weeks before audition

Digital images of sheet music not accepted

Dress professionally

Auditions held in Parolini 119 (1:00-4:00 PM)

Contact: music@aurora.edu

Scholarship Info

Award

$500-$5,000 based on musical achievement, academic record, and dedication

Open to students regardless of major or minor

Renewal

Renewable for up to four years with 2.0 GPA

Must participate in AU ensembles (University Chorale, AU Band, etc.)

Four semesters of private lessons required beginning freshman year

Annual faculty evaluation each spring

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.56

Admit rate

81%

school-wide

Grad rate

60%

Enrollment

Earnings

$59K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$30,910

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$50,108

Before aid

Average net price

$18,838

After aid

Cost Of Attendance · aurora.edu College Scorecard

Training

Broad-based BA Music core in music history, music theory, musicianship, and performance

Private applied music study with weekly individual lessons

Senior recital/capstone requirement

Elective choices in vocal, piano, instrumental, recording, literature, pedagogy, and ensemble work

Performance & Productions

Performance opportunities as soloist and ensemble musician

Aurora University Chorale, AU Band, Chamber Ensemble, Opera Workshop, Jazz Band, and other campus ensembles

University Chorale international tour to Ireland in 2023

Crimi Auditorium serves as the on-campus concert venue for guest artists, faculty, and students

Degree Flexibility

BA structure supports elective choice and combining music with another major

Applied lessons and ensembles welcome music majors, minors, and non-majors

Curriculum prepares students for private instruction, solo/collaborative performance, music administration, and related careers

Updated Sep 9, 4:20 PM