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California State University - Northridge

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In-Person or Virtual

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BM Vocal Arts

Vocal Arts

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BA Theatre

Theatre Arts

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No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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BA Theatre

Acting and Directing

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BA Theatre

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BA Dance

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BM Vocal Arts

Vocal Arts

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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program Recognition

•CSUN Music recognized as a top music school by Billboard Magazine and The Hollywood Reporter

•Hollywood Reporter named CSUN one of the Top 20 Music Schools in the World (2024, 2025)

Training

•Full range of opportunities in individual lessons, choral ensemble, opera, oratorio, and art song recital

•Classes in French, German, English, and Italian diction

•Coursework in pedagogy, song literature, performance techniques, and opera scenes

•Operas fully staged and costumed, performed in original language with orchestra

Professional Development

•Many students go on to national and international careers in opera, musical theatre, and college-level teaching

•Distinguished roster of music alumni across nearly every area of the profession

•Capstone experience: one-hour recital

Academic info

Snapshot

3.33

Avg GPA (W)

93%

Admit Rate

school-wide

57%

Grad Rate

32.7K

Enrollment

$59K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Average Annual Cost

$7,021

after typical aid

In-State Tuition

$7,458

before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$20,058

before aid

Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.

$0-30k$4,905

$30-48k$5,450

$48-75k$7,744

$75-110k$11,262

$110k+$18,040

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Program info updated May 27, 9:53 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•CSUN Music recognized as a top music school by Billboard Magazine and The Hollywood Reporter

•Hollywood Reporter named CSUN one of the Top 20 Music Schools in the World (2024, 2025)

Training

•Full range of opportunities in individual lessons, choral ensemble, opera, oratorio, and art song recital

•Classes in French, German, English, and Italian diction

•Coursework in pedagogy, song literature, performance techniques, and opera scenes

•Operas fully staged and costumed, performed in original language with orchestra

Professional Development

•Many students go on to national and international careers in opera, musical theatre, and college-level teaching

•Distinguished roster of music alumni across nearly every area of the profession

•Capstone experience: one-hour recital

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•CSUN Music recognized as a top music school by Billboard Magazine and The Hollywood Reporter

•Hollywood Reporter named CSUN one of the Top 20 Music Schools in the World (2024, 2025)

Training

•Full range of opportunities in individual lessons, choral ensemble, opera, oratorio, and art song recital

•Classes in French, German, English, and Italian diction

•Coursework in pedagogy, song literature, performance techniques, and opera scenes

•Operas fully staged and costumed, performed in original language with orchestra

Professional Development

•Many students go on to national and international careers in opera, musical theatre, and college-level teaching

•Distinguished roster of music alumni across nearly every area of the profession

•Capstone experience: one-hour recital

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Fee

$70Waiver

Deadline

PriorityJan 31, 2026

Regular DecisionMay 15, 2026

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Acceptd

Deadline

Music Application Deadline (Acceptd)Feb 7, 2026

Auditions

On-Campus Audition Day 1Feb 20, 2027

On-Campus Audition Day 2Feb 27, 2027

On-Campus Audition Day 3Mar 6, 2027

Program Submission

Songs

Requirements

•Two Memorized Songs or Arias

•Prepare two selections for the audition

•Selections should be in contrasting classical styles

•One selection should be in a foreign language

•If you wish, one selection may be from musical theatre

Repertoire

•Works may come from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic, or 20th/21st-century periods

•You may prepare additional works, but choose your strongest repertoire for the audition

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Songs

Repertoire

•Prepare 2 songs or arias in contrasting classical styles

•One selection must be in a foreign language

•One piece may be from musical theatre if desired

•Both selections must be memorized

•Works may be chosen from baroque, classical, romantic, or 20th/21st century periods

Audition Day

•Video applicants: include a video of scales

•Professional accompanist provided for live auditions; bring copies of music (hard copies or tablet)

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Application Logistics

•Step 1: Apply to CSUN through CSU Apply by January 15

•Step 2: Complete the Music Application via Acceptd with video upload (if electing video audition) by the first audition date

•Must have CSUN ID number before starting the Music Application

•On Acceptd, select "BM Performance (Classical)" then "BM Performance: Voice"

•In-person auditions: select preferred day/time through Acceptd

•Video applicants may have a video interview scheduled if required

Eligibility

•Auditions are competitive. Strong background in academics and vocal/musicianship training expected

•Music Performance majors receive lessons on one instrument

•No music minor or double major in music available at CSUN

What's The Process

Audition Expectations

•In-person auditions held on three Saturday dates in February/March

•Video auditions accepted for all non-Jazz programs

•No prescreen required. Only Jazz programs require a pre-screen video

•Professional accompanist provided for all voice auditions

•Bring copies of music for the accompanist (hard copies or tablet)

Decisions

•Results sent at one time after the final audition day

•Typically announced about 3 weeks after the last in-person audition day

Contact

•Voice Program Director: Hugo Vera, Hugo.Vera@csun.edu

Scholarship Info

Music Department Scholarships

•Newly accepted and returning students can apply each spring for the following academic year

•Instructions sent through the Acceptd application after audition outcomes

•Scholarships awarded in March/April for fall study

•Additional financial aid available through the CSUN Financial Aid Office

Academic info

Snapshot

3.33

Avg GPA (W)

93%

Admit Rate

school-wide

57%

Grad Rate

32.7K

Enrollment

$59K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Average Annual Cost

$7,021

after typical aid

In-State Tuition

$7,458

before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$20,058

before aid

Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.

$0-30k$4,905

$30-48k$5,450

$48-75k$7,744

$75-110k$11,262

$110k+$18,040

View full data on College Scorecard

Program Recognition

•CSUN Music recognized as a top music school by Billboard Magazine and The Hollywood Reporter

•Hollywood Reporter named CSUN one of the Top 20 Music Schools in the World (2024, 2025)

Training

•Full range of opportunities in individual lessons, choral ensemble, opera, oratorio, and art song recital

•Classes in French, German, English, and Italian diction

•Coursework in pedagogy, song literature, performance techniques, and opera scenes

•Operas fully staged and costumed, performed in original language with orchestra

Professional Development

•Many students go on to national and international careers in opera, musical theatre, and college-level teaching

•Distinguished roster of music alumni across nearly every area of the profession

•Capstone experience: one-hour recital

Updated May 27, 9:53 PM

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