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Harding University

Searcy, AR

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Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Study AbroadTeacher Prep

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Study AbroadTeacher Prep

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Music performance

Music education

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BME Music Education

Instrumental

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Study AbroadTeacher Prep

Training

Bachelor of Music Education, instrumental emphasis — prepares band and orchestra directors and meets academic requirements for K-12 teaching licensure

Combines applied-instrument study, conducting, and methods coursework with supervised classroom field experience

Performance & Productions

Perform in named instrumental ensembles including the Wind Ensemble, Symphonic and Chamber Orchestras, Jazz Band, and the Thundering Herd Marching Band

Performances and recitals in the Reynolds Center's 211-seat recital hall

Facilities

Donald W. Reynolds Center for Music and Communication, with a dedicated instrumental hall, a 211-seat recital hall, and SmartMusic practice rooms

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.74

Admit rate

71%

school-wide

Grad rate

69%

Enrollment

3.4K

Earnings

$53K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$29,550

Before aid

Average net price

$22,130

After aid

Cost · harding.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 3d ago

Program Highlights

Training

Bachelor of Music Education, instrumental emphasis — prepares band and orchestra directors and meets academic requirements for K-12 teaching licensure

Combines applied-instrument study, conducting, and methods coursework with supervised classroom field experience

Performance & Productions

Perform in named instrumental ensembles including the Wind Ensemble, Symphonic and Chamber Orchestras, Jazz Band, and the Thundering Herd Marching Band

Performances and recitals in the Reynolds Center's 211-seat recital hall

Facilities

Donald W. Reynolds Center for Music and Communication, with a dedicated instrumental hall, a 211-seat recital hall, and SmartMusic practice rooms

Program Highlights

Training

Bachelor of Music Education, instrumental emphasis — prepares band and orchestra directors and meets academic requirements for K-12 teaching licensure

Combines applied-instrument study, conducting, and methods coursework with supervised classroom field experience

Performance & Productions

Perform in named instrumental ensembles including the Wind Ensemble, Symphonic and Chamber Orchestras, Jazz Band, and the Thundering Herd Marching Band

Performances and recitals in the Reynolds Center's 211-seat recital hall

Facilities

Donald W. Reynolds Center for Music and Communication, with a dedicated instrumental hall, a 211-seat recital hall, and SmartMusic practice rooms

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2026

These Fall 2026 enrollment dates have passed — dates for the next cycle aren't available yet.

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Fee

$50

Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

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Audition

Music Major Scholarship AuditionMar 14, 2026

Scholarships · harding.edu

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

Two works of contrasting nature, or two contrasting movements from a solo concerto or sonata

Minimum difficulty of a standard piece from your home-state solo list

Scholarships · harding.edu

Good to Know

Enrollment

Apply via the Harding University online application portal

Rolling admissions with no fixed deadline

File application for admission as a condition of auditioning for scholarship

Placement Exams

Admitted music majors complete a music fundamentals (theory) placement exam and a piano skills assessment — for course placement only, not admission

Accompaniment

Harding provides a staff accompanist free of charge on request; submit copies of your music three weeks in advance and bring the original to the audition

What's The Process

Scholarship Audition

No audition required for admission to the program

Optional departmental scholarship audition available for prospective music majors

Primary music-major audition date is Saturday, March 14, 2026

Instrumental applicants (winds, strings, percussion): prepare two works of contrasting nature, or two contrasting movements from a solo concerto or sonata, at the difficulty of a standard piece from your home-state solo list

A brief sight-reading check (solfège or any method) and a visit with faculty about your background and career plans are part of the audition

Digital recordings and online interviews may be arranged if travel is not possible

Submit the Harding University admission application before auditioning for scholarship

Scholarship Info

Music Scholarships

Departmental scholarships are awarded based on performance ability, academic record, and professional promise

Four-year contracts require academic progress and full ensemble participation; music majors must continue pursuing a music degree

Music scholarship awards may combine with other aid up to the cost of full tuition

Most scholarships will be awarded by April 1, 2026

Submit the music scholarship audition form and Harding admission application before auditioning

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.74

Admit rate

71%

school-wide

Grad rate

69%

Enrollment

3.4K

Earnings

$53K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$29,550

Before aid

Average net price

$22,130

After aid

Cost · harding.edu College Scorecard

Training

Bachelor of Music Education, instrumental emphasis — prepares band and orchestra directors and meets academic requirements for K-12 teaching licensure

Combines applied-instrument study, conducting, and methods coursework with supervised classroom field experience

Performance & Productions

Perform in named instrumental ensembles including the Wind Ensemble, Symphonic and Chamber Orchestras, Jazz Band, and the Thundering Herd Marching Band

Performances and recitals in the Reynolds Center's 211-seat recital hall

Facilities

Donald W. Reynolds Center for Music and Communication, with a dedicated instrumental hall, a 211-seat recital hall, and SmartMusic practice rooms

Updated 3d ago