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Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study Abroad

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BA Music

Instrumental

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study Abroad

Training

Instrumental students build musicianship through theory, history, literature, aural skills, lessons, and ensemble work

Faculty mentor student performance and research projects

Performance & Productions

Instrumental ensembles include Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, University Orchestra, Brass Ensemble, Clarinet Choir, Flute Ensemble, Guitar Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble, Saxophone Ensemble, String Quartet, and University Band

Instrumental tours have included national and international destinations

Professional Development

Students can connect with regional ensembles, internships, and College Music Society activity

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.40

Admit rate

75%

school-wide

Grad rate

74%

Enrollment

5.1K

Earnings

$61K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$50,628

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$80,687

Before aid

Average net price

$38,707

After aid

Tuition Fees · highpoint.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 31, 12:52 AM

Program Highlights

Training

Instrumental students build musicianship through theory, history, literature, aural skills, lessons, and ensemble work

Faculty mentor student performance and research projects

Performance & Productions

Instrumental tours have included national and international destinations

Professional Development

Students can connect with regional ensembles, internships, and College Music Society activity

Program Highlights

Training

Instrumental students build musicianship through theory, history, literature, aural skills, lessons, and ensemble work

Faculty mentor student performance and research projects

Performance & Productions

Instrumental tours have included national and international destinations

Professional Development

Students can connect with regional ensembles, internships, and College Music Society activity

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

University AppApplication

Apply

School Website Common App Coalition App

Deadline

Early DecisionNov 1, 2026

Early ActionNov 15, 2026

Early Decision IIRegular DecisionFeb 1, 2027

Freshmen Admissions · highpoint.edu

Scholarship Audition and Interview Requirements

Optional audition and interview for scholarship consideration only; they are not required for program admission.

Repertoire List (Scholarship Audition)

Percussion: solo on snare drum, keyboard, and timpani

Strings: two contrasting selections

Woodwind/brass: two contrasting selections

Resume

Bring a resume to the interview

Sheet Music

Audition Requirements · highpoint.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply to High Point University through Common App or the HPU admissions application

Use the Music audition request form only if seeking music scholarship consideration

Eligibility

Instrumental and voice majors or minors do not need an audition for departmental acceptance

Admission Pathway

BA Music is a 48-credit major in the David R. Hayworth School of Arts and Design

Students complete integrated musicianship coursework and participate in ensembles

What's The Process

Audition Process

Instrumental auditions are optional for admission and required only for music scholarship consideration

The scholarship process includes a performance component and a faculty interview

Bring several copies of the music you are performing

The public audition page still lists 2024-2025 dates, so confirm the new scholarship schedule with Music before planning travel

Audition Expectations

Percussionists perform snare drum, keyboard, and timpani solos, major scales, chromatic scale, and sight-reading

String players perform two contrasting selections, major scales, one melodic minor scale, and sight-reading

Woodwind/brass players perform two contrasting selections, major scales, chromatic scale, and sight-reading

Scholarship Info

Scholarship Audition

Music scholarship consideration requires an audition and interview

Scholarship offers are extended in late February or early March through Admissions

The official music audition page has not yet published a newer audition-date cycle

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.40

Admit rate

75%

school-wide

Grad rate

74%

Enrollment

5.1K

Earnings

$61K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$50,628

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$80,687

Before aid

Average net price

$38,707

After aid

Tuition Fees · highpoint.edu College Scorecard

Training

Instrumental students build musicianship through theory, history, literature, aural skills, lessons, and ensemble work

Faculty mentor student performance and research projects

Performance & Productions

Instrumental tours have included national and international destinations

Professional Development

Students can connect with regional ensembles, internships, and College Music Society activity

Updated Aug 31, 12:52 AM