Commonwealth University – Mansfield
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Program
No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewIn-Person or VirtualUniversity App Required
Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
ACCREDITATION
•NASM accredited (National Association of Schools of Music)
TRAINING
•Broad liberal arts music education with performance development
•Private lessons on primary instrument or voice
•Required ensemble participation in large and small groups
•33 credits of free electives for minors or additional study
FACULTY
•Distinguished faculty recognized regionally and nationally
•Coursework in music theory, history, aural skills, and piano
OUTCOMES
•Graduates regularly accepted into top graduate programs
•Flexible degree supports diverse career paths in and beyond music
Key Info
Program AppApplication
Audition
Bloomsburg AuditionApr 11, 2026
Audition Requirements
Songs
TWO PIECES IN CONTRASTING STYLE
•Demonstrate musical and technical potential
•Encouraged to sing one song in a foreign language (not required for BA)
•May bring own accompanist — staff accompanist available
Additional Materials
LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
•Minimum of two letters recommended
-Mansfield: Print recommendation form and mail to Music Department, or bring sealed to audition
-Bloomsburg: Scholarship applicants email letters to Dr. Charisse Baldoria (cbaldori@commonwealthu.edu)
•Recommenders should be professional musicians knowledgeable about applicant's abilities
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply to Commonwealth University through the Office of Admissions
•Audition registration is part of the university application process
•Once application is submitted, audition scheduling information provided
ENROLLMENT
•Rolling admissions — enrollment based on seating availability
•Early application recommended for maximum enrollment opportunity
•Available at both Bloomsburg and Mansfield campuses
What's The Process
AUDITION COMPONENTS
•Principal voice or instrument performance (two prepared pieces)
•Piano placement examination
-Perform a piece demonstrating current skill level
-Scales, arpeggios, cadences, and sight reading
•Music theory examination
-Key signatures, intervals, chords, scales, Roman numeral analysis
-Rhythmic patterns, time signatures, melody dictation
•Aural skills evaluation
-Ear training aptitude assessment
-Sing a simple folk song, carol, hymn, or patriotic song
FORMAT
•In-person audition at Bloomsburg or Mansfield campus
•Virtual audition (video/Zoom) available for those 200+ miles away
-Recording must be unedited with minimum two contrasting works
-Sight reading, theory, and aural skills completed via Zoom
•Contact Dr. Eun-Joo Kwak (ekwak@commonwealthu.edu) for Mansfield
•Contact Dr. Charisse Baldoria (cbaldori@commonwealthu.edu) for Bloomsburg
NOTIFICATION
•November/December auditions: notified by January 31
•January–March auditions: notified by March 31
•After March 31: contacted within 2 weeks
Scholarship Info
MUSIC SCHOLARSHIPS
•Scholarships available for talented and dedicated music students
•Audition serves as both admission and scholarship consideration
•Non-majors who audition may also receive scholarship awards
Program info updated 3h ago
ACCREDITATION
•NASM accredited (National Association of Schools of Music)
TRAINING
•Broad liberal arts music education with performance development
•Private lessons on primary instrument or voice
•Required ensemble participation in large and small groups
•33 credits of free electives for minors or additional study
FACULTY
•Distinguished faculty recognized regionally and nationally
•Coursework in music theory, history, aural skills, and piano
OUTCOMES
•Graduates regularly accepted into top graduate programs
•Flexible degree supports diverse career paths in and beyond music
Updated 3h ago
Academic School Information
3.40
Avg GPA (W)
93%
Admit Rate
54%
Grad Rate
9,210
Enrollment
$52,416
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$11,046
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$22,870
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$15,699
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.
Family Income $0 - $30k$11,374
Family Income $30k - $48k$11,370
Family Income $48k - $75k$13,877
Family Income $75k - $110k$17,989
Family Income $110k+$20,099
