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Fresno Pacific University

Fresno, CA

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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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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

Avg GPA (W)

3.54

Admit rate

64%

school-wide

Grad rate

50%

Enrollment

1.5K

Earnings

$59K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$38,910

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$57,691

Before aid

Average net price

$13,630

After aid

Cost Attendance · fresno.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 27, 11:32 PM

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

Music Auditions · fresno.edu

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

Avg GPA (W)

3.54

Admit rate

64%

school-wide

Grad rate

50%

Enrollment

1.5K

Earnings

$59K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$38,910

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$57,691

Before aid

Average net price

$13,630

After aid

Cost Attendance · fresno.edu 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 Aug 27, 11:32 PM