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Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study Abroad

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Music Performance

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study Abroad

Training

Advanced study on a primary instrument or voice with individualized mentoring

Private lessons from first year through Senior Recital

Diction for Singers and Musical Theatre Voice courses available

Secondary instrument/voice studies possible based on individual goals

Performance & Productions

Large and small ensemble participation

Senior Recital as capstone experience

All Eastern students welcome to participate in ensembles regardless of major

Facilities

State-of-the-art Fine Arts Instructional Center (FAIC)

400-seat concert hall, proscenium theater, studio theater

Two performance labs, piano lab, and graphic design classrooms

Study Abroad

Vienna: City of Song global field course

Value

Music Shadow Day program for prospective students

Supportive environment with small program feel

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.40

Admit rate

83%

school-wide

Grad rate

58%

Enrollment

3.4K

Earnings

$56K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$14,008

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$17,508

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$33,974

Before aid

Average net price

$21,067

After aid

Tuition Fees · easternct.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 5d ago

Program Highlights

Training

Advanced study on a primary instrument or voice with individualized mentoring

Private lessons from first year through Senior Recital

Diction for Singers and Musical Theatre Voice courses available

Secondary instrument/voice studies possible based on individual goals

Performance & Productions

Large and small ensemble participation

Senior Recital as capstone experience

All Eastern students welcome to participate in ensembles regardless of major

Facilities

State-of-the-art Fine Arts Instructional Center (FAIC)

400-seat concert hall, proscenium theater, studio theater

Two performance labs, piano lab, and graphic design classrooms

Study Abroad

Vienna: City of Song global field course

Value

Music Shadow Day program for prospective students

Supportive environment with small program feel

Program Highlights

Training

Advanced study on a primary instrument or voice with individualized mentoring

Private lessons from first year through Senior Recital

Diction for Singers and Musical Theatre Voice courses available

Secondary instrument/voice studies possible based on individual goals

Performance & Productions

Large and small ensemble participation

Senior Recital as capstone experience

All Eastern students welcome to participate in ensembles regardless of major

Facilities

State-of-the-art Fine Arts Instructional Center (FAIC)

400-seat concert hall, proscenium theater, studio theater

Two performance labs, piano lab, and graphic design classrooms

Study Abroad

Vienna: City of Song global field course

Value

Music Shadow Day program for prospective students

Supportive environment with small program feel

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

University AppApplication

Apply

Common App

Fee

$50

Deadline

Application Fee Waiver EndsNov 15, 2026

Regular DecisionRolling

Apply First Year · easternct.edu

Scholarship Audition Requirements

Optional audition for scholarship consideration only; it is not required for program admission.

Songs

Two Contrasting Selections (Scholarship Audition)

Two selections or movements in contrasting styles

Repertoire should demonstrate clear and focused tone quality, understanding of musical line, accurate rhythm, and good intonation

Voice auditions must be accompanied by piano

Bring your own pianist or request one (no fee) when registering

Bring a copy of your music in the correct key

Audition Information · easternct.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply through the Common App

Must be fully admitted to Eastern before scholarship audition consideration

No separate program application or audition portal required

Eligibility

No pre-screening requirement

All admitted students planning to major in music are invited to attend Open House

What's The Process

Audition Process

No audition required for admission to the music major

Any student admitted to Eastern may declare a music major

Auditions are only required for scholarship consideration

Prepare two contrasting selections or movements

Voice auditions must be accompanied by piano; an accompanist is available at no fee

In-person, alternate-date, and recorded scholarship auditions are available

Contact Dr. Emily Riggs at riggse@easternct.edu for the current schedule and recorded-audition instructions

Scholarship Info

Music Scholarships

Hermann Beckert Music Scholarship

Kevin Crosbie Memorial Endowed Scholarship Supported by the Lester & Phyllis Foster Foundation & Jeffrey Ossen Family Foundation

Mae K. Kaplitz Memorial Music Fund

Wendy Taylor Yaps '85 & Everett W. Yaps Memorial Endowed Scholarship

David A. and Martha R. Yutzey Endowed Music Fund

Luciano Cid and Carmen Polo Scholarship Fund

Must be admitted to Eastern and complete a scholarship audition to be considered

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.40

Admit rate

83%

school-wide

Grad rate

58%

Enrollment

3.4K

Earnings

$56K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$14,008

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$17,508

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$33,974

Before aid

Average net price

$21,067

After aid

Tuition Fees · easternct.edu College Scorecard

Training

Advanced study on a primary instrument or voice with individualized mentoring

Private lessons from first year through Senior Recital

Diction for Singers and Musical Theatre Voice courses available

Secondary instrument/voice studies possible based on individual goals

Performance & Productions

Large and small ensemble participation

Senior Recital as capstone experience

All Eastern students welcome to participate in ensembles regardless of major

Facilities

State-of-the-art Fine Arts Instructional Center (FAIC)

400-seat concert hall, proscenium theater, studio theater

Two performance labs, piano lab, and graphic design classrooms

Study Abroad

Vienna: City of Song global field course

Value

Music Shadow Day program for prospective students

Supportive environment with small program feel

Updated 5d ago

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