Biola University
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
No Interview
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required
Program Highlights
ACCREDITATION
•NASM-accredited (National Association of Schools of Music)
TRAINING & PERFORMANCE
•Over 20 performance ensembles available
•Active chamber music program and weekly studio classes
•On-campus performance competitions
•Master classes by world-renowned artists
CAREER PREPARATION
•Strong graduate school preparation
•Proximity to Los Angeles with access to diverse professional performances
•Alumni performing at Baltimore Symphony, Atlanta Opera, Houston Grand Opera, Royal Opera House London, and Carnegie Hall
COMMUNITY
•Supportive community of dedicated Christian musicians
Key Info
University AppApplication
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Deadlines
Early ActionNov 30, 2026
Early Action IIJan 15, 2027
Regular DecisionMar 1, 2027
Audition Requirements
Songs
TWO CONTRASTING CLASSICAL ART SONGS, memorized
•One may be an aria from opera or oratorio in any language
•Acceptable sources include the 24 or 26 Italian Art Songs and Arias (G. Schirmer) and any art song, aria, or oratorio anthology by Hal Leonard or G. Schirmer
ACCOMPANIMENT
•Accompanist provided by the university
Submission Specifications
•Performance must be continuous with no editing or audio effects
•Recording must be no more than 6 months old
•Highest quality sound and visual required
Good to Know
CONSERVATORY APPLICATION
•Conservatory application required in addition to university application
ENROLLMENT
•Fall enrollment available
•Contact: music@biola.edu or (562) 903-4892
What's The Process
AUDITION FORMAT
•In-person auditions preferred — contact music@biola.edu or (562) 903-4892 to schedule
•Video submissions accepted via YouTube by May 1
Scholarship Info
CONSERVATORY SCHOLARSHIPS
•Special scholarships and awards available for performers
•100% of incoming undergraduates receive some form of financial aid
Program info updated 2 days ago
Academic School Information
3.63
Avg GPA (W)
60%
Admit Rate
70%
Grad Rate
3,390
Enrollment
$56,778
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$46,704
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$28,101
after typical aid
Average annual cost is often lower than tuition because it accounts for grants and scholarships most students receive. It includes tuition, room & board, books, and supplies.
Annual Cost by Family Income
Family Income $0 - $30k$23,001
Family Income $30k - $48k$21,504
Family Income $48k - $75k$25,038
Family Income $75k - $110k$28,830
Family Income $110k+$35,263
