Elmhurst University
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
Interview Required
In-Person Only
University App Required
Program Highlights
VOCAL TRAINING
•Comprehensive vocal performance curriculum within the BM Performance degree
•Applied voice instruction with music faculty
•Scholarship consideration based on audition performance
MUSIC DEPARTMENT
•Department of Music offers extensive ensemble and performance opportunities
•Irion Hall performance venue for auditions and recitals
•Located 30 minutes from Chicago with access to world-class performance venues
Key Info
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Deadlines
Early ActionNov 15, 2025
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Auditions
Audition Date 1Nov 15, 2025
Audition Date 2Jan 19, 2026
Audition Date 3Feb 14, 2026
Audition Date 4Feb 27, 2026
Audition Requirements
Songs
TWO CONTRASTING PIECES, memorized
•One classical piece, preferably in a foreign language (English acceptable)
•One piece in musical theater, jazz, or classical style
•Must sing to accompaniment — no a cappella
ACCOMPANIMENT
•Faculty accompanist provided at no cost — request at least 3 weeks in advance
•May bring your own accompanist or use a CD track (no vocals on track)
•Microphones are not used
SIGHT-READING
•A short sight-reading excerpt will be presented during the audition
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply to Elmhurst University via Common App — no application fee
•Schedule audition through the Music Department (separate from Theatre Department)
TIMELINE
•Acceptance notification approximately 2 weeks after audition
•Financial aid and scholarship information provided by Office of Student Financial Services
•Must audition prior to June for fall admission to be eligible for music scholarships
What's The Process
AUDITION FORMAT
•In-person audition at Irion Hall on campus
•Maximum 10 minutes total audition time
•Includes brief interview with director of music admissions and faculty
•Music Theory Assessment completed after audition (non-binding)
SCHEDULING
•Complete online audition request form via Etrieve
•Personal appointments available upon request
ATTIRE
•Business casual dress recommended
•Jeans, sneakers, shorts, and t-shirts discouraged
Scholarship Info
MUSIC SCHOLARSHIP
•Awarded based on audition performance
•Available to first-year and transfer students majoring in music
•Must schedule audition prior to June for fall admission
•Summer auditions typically disqualify candidates from music scholarships
•Renewable by maintaining GPA associated with academic scholarship plus full-time enrollment
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Academic School Information
3.59
Avg GPA (W)
76%
Admit Rate
64%
Grad Rate
2,954
Enrollment
$61,462
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$41,628
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$21,063
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$14,641
Family Income $30k - $48k$15,866
Family Income $48k - $75k$20,115
Family Income $75k - $110k$24,551
Family Income $110k+$28,795
