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Fresno Pacific University

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BA Music

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Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

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BA Music

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Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

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BA Music

Instrumental

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Training

•Instrumental students take private instruction on their primary instrument every semester, completing at least eight units with four upper-division units

•The BA core spans four levels of music theory and aural skills plus music history, conducting, music technology and masterclass

•FPU evaluates progress on the primary instrument through an annual performance jury during finals week

Performance & Productions

•Symphonic Band is one of four listed two-unit ensemble options, alongside Worship Team, Musical Theater and Concert Choir

•Music majors complete at least 16 ensemble units and perform in a student recital each semester while enrolled in lessons

•The degree culminates in a senior performance recital or composition project

Professional Development

•Electives include Scoring and Arranging, High Performance Practices and Career Development

•Internship study can connect classroom training with performance, teaching, church ministry or recording-industry work

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

Program info updated 2d ago

Program Highlights

Training

•Instrumental students take private instruction on their primary instrument every semester, completing at least eight units with four upper-division units

•The BA core spans four levels of music theory and aural skills plus music history, conducting, music technology and masterclass

•FPU evaluates progress on the primary instrument through an annual performance jury during finals week

Performance & Productions

•Symphonic Band is one of four listed two-unit ensemble options, alongside Worship Team, Musical Theater and Concert Choir

•Music majors complete at least 16 ensemble units and perform in a student recital each semester while enrolled in lessons

•The degree culminates in a senior performance recital or composition project

Professional Development

•Electives include Scoring and Arranging, High Performance Practices and Career Development

•Internship study can connect classroom training with performance, teaching, church ministry or recording-industry work

Program Highlights

Training

•Instrumental students take private instruction on their primary instrument every semester, completing at least eight units with four upper-division units

•The BA core spans four levels of music theory and aural skills plus music history, conducting, music technology and masterclass

•FPU evaluates progress on the primary instrument through an annual performance jury during finals week

Performance & Productions

•Symphonic Band is one of four listed two-unit ensemble options, alongside Worship Team, Musical Theater and Concert Choir

•Music majors complete at least 16 ensemble units and perform in a student recital each semester while enrolled in lessons

•The degree culminates in a senior performance recital or composition project

Professional Development

•Electives include Scoring and Arranging, High Performance Practices and Career Development

•Internship study can connect classroom training with performance, teaching, church ministry or recording-industry work

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Scholarship 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.

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

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

•Incoming music majors are encouraged to audition; auditions also connect students with music scholarships and ensemble placement

•FPU recommends receiving admission and submitting the FAFSA before auditioning

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

•Instrumental students take private instruction on their primary instrument every semester, completing at least eight units with four upper-division units

•The BA core spans four levels of music theory and aural skills plus music history, conducting, music technology and masterclass

•FPU evaluates progress on the primary instrument through an annual performance jury during finals week

Performance & Productions

•Symphonic Band is one of four listed two-unit ensemble options, alongside Worship Team, Musical Theater and Concert Choir

•Music majors complete at least 16 ensemble units and perform in a student recital each semester while enrolled in lessons

•The degree culminates in a senior performance recital or composition project

Professional Development

•Electives include Scoring and Arranging, High Performance Practices and Career Development

•Internship study can connect classroom training with performance, teaching, church ministry or recording-industry work

Updated 2d ago