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Fresno Pacific University

Fresno, CA

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BA Music

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In-Person Only

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BA Music

Concentration

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BA Music

Instrumental

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BA Music

Instrumental

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BA Music

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BA Music

Vocal

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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Training

•Private music instruction on the primary instrument is required each semester for music majors

•Core study combines music theory, history, aural skills, conducting and hands-on performance experiences

•Instrumental audition includes two contrasting pieces and major scales when applicable

Performance & Productions

•Ensemble participation is required each semester, with Symphonic Band and Worship Team among listed ensemble options

•Students in music lessons perform in student recitals, and graduating music majors complete a senior performance recital

Degree Flexibility

•The BA can be tailored toward performance, education, musical theater, worship or composition

•Students interested in music education graduate on track to apply for FPU's Single Subject Teaching Credential program

School Info

Snapshot

3.54

Avg GPA (W)

64%

Admit Rate

school-wide

50%

Grad Rate

1.5K

Enrollment

$59K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$38,910

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$57,691

Before aid

Average Net Price

$13,630

After aid

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Program Highlights

Training

•Private music instruction on the primary instrument is required each semester for music majors

•Core study combines music theory, history, aural skills, conducting and hands-on performance experiences

•Instrumental audition includes two contrasting pieces and major scales when applicable

Performance & Productions

•Ensemble participation is required each semester, with Symphonic Band and Worship Team among listed ensemble options

•Students in music lessons perform in student recitals, and graduating music majors complete a senior performance recital

Degree Flexibility

•The BA can be tailored toward performance, education, musical theater, worship or composition

•Students interested in music education graduate on track to apply for FPU's Single Subject Teaching Credential program

Program Highlights

Training

•Private music instruction on the primary instrument is required each semester for music majors

•Core study combines music theory, history, aural skills, conducting and hands-on performance experiences

•Instrumental audition includes two contrasting pieces and major scales when applicable

Performance & Productions

•Ensemble participation is required each semester, with Symphonic Band and Worship Team among listed ensemble options

•Students in music lessons perform in student recitals, and graduating music majors complete a senior performance recital

Degree Flexibility

•The BA can be tailored toward performance, education, musical theater, worship or composition

•Students interested in music education graduate on track to apply for FPU's Single Subject Teaching Credential program

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2026

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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.

Repertoire List (Required)

•Prepare two pieces representing two separate musical periods or two separate styles

•Style examples include one slower and more melodic piece plus one faster and more technical piece

•Be ready to play major scales; two octaves when applicable

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

•Submit the university application through Common App or FPU's school application

•No separate Acceptd or SlideRoom portal is published for the music audition

•Use the Music Audition Request form to provide primary instrument, secondary instrument and intended lesson areas

Important Notes

•Music auditions are also open to non-music majors seeking scholarships or ensemble placement

•FPU recommends admission and FAFSA completion before the music audition

What's The Process

Audition Process

•Request an audition through FPU's Music Audition Request form

•Students should ideally have received FPU admission and submitted the FAFSA before auditioning

•Audition is required for incoming music majors and is also used for music scholarship consideration and ensemble placement

Audition Expectations

•Instrumentalists prepare two pieces representing separate musical periods or separate styles

•FPU may ask for major scales, two octaves when applicable

Scholarship Info

Music Scholarships

•Music scholarships range from $400 to $10,000 annually

•Audition is used to connect students with available music scholarship awards

•Music scholarships are available to music majors and non-music majors

•Scholarship recipients must continue participation in the ensemble for which the scholarship was awarded

School Info

Snapshot

3.54

Avg GPA (W)

64%

Admit Rate

school-wide

50%

Grad Rate

1.5K

Enrollment

$59K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$38,910

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$57,691

Before aid

Average Net Price

$13,630

After aid

Official source College Scorecard

Training

•Private music instruction on the primary instrument is required each semester for music majors

•Core study combines music theory, history, aural skills, conducting and hands-on performance experiences

•Instrumental audition includes two contrasting pieces and major scales when applicable

Performance & Productions

•Ensemble participation is required each semester, with Symphonic Band and Worship Team among listed ensemble options

•Students in music lessons perform in student recitals, and graduating music majors complete a senior performance recital

Degree Flexibility

•The BA can be tailored toward performance, education, musical theater, worship or composition

•Students interested in music education graduate on track to apply for FPU's Single Subject Teaching Credential program

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