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Houston Christian University

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BA Music

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Performance & Productions

•50-70 department performances per year including recitals and guest concerts

•Ensembles: Schola Cantorum, University Singers, Opera Workshop, University Bands

•Music Honors Program available for select students

Degree Flexibility

•Versatile liberal arts degree combining music theory, literature, and history

•Large number of music elective hours to shape the degree to personal goals

Houston Arts Access

•Coursework includes attending Houston Symphony, Houston Grand Opera, and Houston Ballet

•Performances from Da Camera, Nexus, and Society for the Performing Arts

Academic info

Snapshot

3.48

Avg GPA (W)

84%

Admit Rate

school-wide

49%

Grad Rate

2.9K

Enrollment

$56K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Average Annual Cost

$20,629

after typical aid

Tuition & Fees

$39,430

before aid

Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.

$0-30k$17,933

$30-48k$18,998

$48-75k$19,803

$75-110k$24,079

$110k+$28,640

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Program info updated May 28, 1:46 AM

Program Highlights

Performance & Productions

•50-70 department performances per year including recitals and guest concerts

•Ensembles: Schola Cantorum, University Singers, Opera Workshop, University Bands

•Music Honors Program available for select students

Degree Flexibility

•Versatile liberal arts degree combining music theory, literature, and history

•Large number of music elective hours to shape the degree to personal goals

Houston Arts Access

•Coursework includes attending Houston Symphony, Houston Grand Opera, and Houston Ballet

•Performances from Da Camera, Nexus, and Society for the Performing Arts

Program Highlights

Performance & Productions

•50-70 department performances per year including recitals and guest concerts

•Ensembles: Schola Cantorum, University Singers, Opera Workshop, University Bands

•Music Honors Program available for select students

Degree Flexibility

•Versatile liberal arts degree combining music theory, literature, and history

•Large number of music elective hours to shape the degree to personal goals

Houston Arts Access

•Coursework includes attending Houston Symphony, Houston Grand Opera, and Houston Ballet

•Performances from Da Camera, Nexus, and Society for the Performing Arts

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Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

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Auditions

Music Audition (Belin Chapel, 3:30 PM)Jan 30, 2026

Music Audition (Belin Chapel, 3:30 PM)Feb 20, 2026

Music Audition (Belin Chapel, 3:30 PM)Mar 6, 2026

Music Audition (Belin Chapel, 3:30 PM)Mar 27, 2026

Music Audition (Belin Chapel, 3:30 PM)Apr 10, 2026

Music Audition (Belin Chapel, 3:30 PM)May 1, 2026

Music Audition (Belin Chapel, 3:30 PM)May 15, 2026

Music Audition (Belin Chapel, 3:30 PM)May 29, 2026

Audition Requirements

Songs

TWO CLASSICAL PIECES OF CONTRASTING STYLES

•Two selections from the standard classical repertoire

•At least one piece must be in a foreign language (non-English)

•Both pieces must be memorized

•Pianist provided by the school

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Application Logistics

•Apply via Common App, ApplyTexas, or HCU's direct application portal

•No separate audition application required

Enrollment

•Rolling admissions

•Audition registration required separately from university application

What's The Process

Audition Process

•Register online for a scheduled audition date

•If unable to attend a scheduled date, contact the department for a private audition

•Contact: music@hc.edu or 281-649-3204

Audition Expectations

•Live audition in Belin Chapel, Morris Cultural Arts Center

•All auditions on Fridays at 3:30 PM

Scholarship Info

Music Scholarships

•Awarded based on audition performance

•Renewable for four years

•Must maintain minimum 2.5 GPA

•Must show progress in applied major performance area

•Ensemble participation required

Academic info

Snapshot

3.48

Avg GPA (W)

84%

Admit Rate

school-wide

49%

Grad Rate

2.9K

Enrollment

$56K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Average Annual Cost

$20,629

after typical aid

Tuition & Fees

$39,430

before aid

Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.

$0-30k$17,933

$30-48k$18,998

$48-75k$19,803

$75-110k$24,079

$110k+$28,640

View full data on College Scorecard

Performance & Productions

•50-70 department performances per year including recitals and guest concerts

•Ensembles: Schola Cantorum, University Singers, Opera Workshop, University Bands

•Music Honors Program available for select students

Degree Flexibility

•Versatile liberal arts degree combining music theory, literature, and history

•Large number of music elective hours to shape the degree to personal goals

Houston Arts Access

•Coursework includes attending Houston Symphony, Houston Grand Opera, and Houston Ballet

•Performances from Da Camera, Nexus, and Society for the Performing Arts

Updated May 28, 1:46 AM

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