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BM Songwriting

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program Recognition

Faith-integrated BM in Songwriting focused on songwriting craft, ethical music business practices, and advanced recording technologies

Faculty include Grammy winners and platinum record holders

Training

Students create and perform original music as part of the curriculum

Coursework includes songwriting workshop, audio recording and studio techniques, and music entrepreneurship

Facilities

2 recording studios on campus

26 soundproof practice rooms on campus

Hawkins Music Building includes professional audio production, sequencing, and notation tools

Professional Proximity

Campus is near Hollywood and the music industry

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.44

Admit rate

85%

school-wide

Grad rate

62%

Enrollment

8.2K

Earnings

$62K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$44,724

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$57,942

Before aid

Average net price

$26,285

After aid

Undergraduate · calbaptist.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 18, 8:49 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Faith-integrated BM in Songwriting focused on songwriting craft, ethical music business practices, and advanced recording technologies

Faculty include Grammy winners and platinum record holders

Training

Students create and perform original music as part of the curriculum

Coursework includes songwriting workshop, audio recording and studio techniques, and music entrepreneurship

Facilities

2 recording studios on campus

26 soundproof practice rooms on campus

Hawkins Music Building includes professional audio production, sequencing, and notation tools

Professional Proximity

Campus is near Hollywood and the music industry

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Faith-integrated BM in Songwriting focused on songwriting craft, ethical music business practices, and advanced recording technologies

Faculty include Grammy winners and platinum record holders

Training

Students create and perform original music as part of the curriculum

Coursework includes songwriting workshop, audio recording and studio techniques, and music entrepreneurship

Facilities

2 recording studios on campus

26 soundproof practice rooms on campus

Hawkins Music Building includes professional audio production, sequencing, and notation tools

Professional Proximity

Campus is near Hollywood and the music industry

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2026

These Fall 2026 enrollment dates have passed — dates for the next cycle aren't available yet.

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Fee

$45

Opens

Sep 15, 2025

Deadline

PriorityDec 5, 2025

Regular DecisionRolling

Important Dates · calbaptist.edu

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Dates

Dates TBA

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School Website

Performing Arts · calbaptist.edu

Audition Requirements

These requirements are from the Fall 2026 entry cycle. Fall 2027 requirements are typically posted between August and October and usually change only slightly — confirm on the official source before submitting.

Songs

Original Compositions

Prepare and perform 2-3 original compositions

Additional Materials

Sheet Music (Required)

Bring sheet music as a lead sheet or lyric sheet for the audition

Performing Arts · calbaptist.edu

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Two-step process: (1) audition for the School of Performing Arts, (2) apply to the university

Submit audition through the SoPA Audition Form

Apply to CBU through the online admissions application

Enrollment

Majors are subject to yearly faculty review to determine continuation in the program

Important Notes

Audition is used for performing arts scholarship consideration

Admitted music majors take a music theory and aural-skills placement exam at orientation — for course placement only, not admission

What's The Process

Audition Expectations

Three audition methods available: schedule an in-person audition with a School of Performing Arts faculty member, attend the annual Audition Day in February, or submit a video audition

Use a non-distracting background and natural lighting

Set the camera at eye level with your entire body in frame

Upload the video to a file-sharing service or YouTube and share the link through the SoPA Audition Form

Audio editing is not permitted; video clipping is allowed

Contact

Phone: 951.343.4251

Email: performingarts@calbaptist.edu

Scholarship Info

Performing Arts Scholarships

Audition serves as both admission and scholarship evaluation

All performing arts majors are considered for talent-based scholarships through the audition process

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.44

Admit rate

85%

school-wide

Grad rate

62%

Enrollment

8.2K

Earnings

$62K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$44,724

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$57,942

Before aid

Average net price

$26,285

After aid

Undergraduate · calbaptist.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

Faith-integrated BM in Songwriting focused on songwriting craft, ethical music business practices, and advanced recording technologies

Faculty include Grammy winners and platinum record holders

Training

Students create and perform original music as part of the curriculum

Coursework includes songwriting workshop, audio recording and studio techniques, and music entrepreneurship

Facilities

2 recording studios on campus

26 soundproof practice rooms on campus

Hawkins Music Building includes professional audio production, sequencing, and notation tools

Professional Proximity

Campus is near Hollywood and the music industry

Updated Aug 18, 8:49 PM