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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Transfer In FriendlyK-12Teacher PrepTeacher Cert

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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Transfer In FriendlyK-12Teacher PrepTeacher Cert

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Instrumental Music Education

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Transfer In FriendlyK-12Teacher PrepTeacher Cert

Program Recognition

Lionel Hampton School of Music — NASM-accredited (National Association of Schools of Music)

Bachelor of Music preparation for K-12 instrumental music teaching

Training

Principles of music teaching, elementary methods and literacy lead into a supervised music-teaching practicum

A half-recital capstone and continued recital attendance connect performance, pedagogy and professional preparation

Study string, brass, percussion and woodwind techniques alongside conducting and arranging

Develop classroom practice through instrumental music in secondary schools, jazz-band rehearsal and marching-band techniques

Studio instruction and ensemble participation keep teaching grounded in active musicianship

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.47

Admit rate

76%

school-wide

Grad rate

57%

Enrollment

7.7K

Earnings

$55K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$9,824

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$29,300

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$30,758

Before aid

Average net price

$14,831

After aid

Cost Of Attendance · uidaho.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Sep 9, 4:14 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Lionel Hampton School of Music — NASM-accredited (National Association of Schools of Music)

Bachelor of Music preparation for K-12 instrumental music teaching

Training

Principles of music teaching, elementary methods and literacy lead into a supervised music-teaching practicum

A half-recital capstone and continued recital attendance connect performance, pedagogy and professional preparation

Study string, brass, percussion and woodwind techniques alongside conducting and arranging

Develop classroom practice through instrumental music in secondary schools, jazz-band rehearsal and marching-band techniques

Studio instruction and ensemble participation keep teaching grounded in active musicianship

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Lionel Hampton School of Music — NASM-accredited (National Association of Schools of Music)

Bachelor of Music preparation for K-12 instrumental music teaching

Training

Principles of music teaching, elementary methods and literacy lead into a supervised music-teaching practicum

A half-recital capstone and continued recital attendance connect performance, pedagogy and professional preparation

Study string, brass, percussion and woodwind techniques alongside conducting and arranging

Develop classroom practice through instrumental music in secondary schools, jazz-band rehearsal and marching-band techniques

Studio instruction and ensemble participation keep teaching grounded in active musicianship

Key Info

Enrollment Term

University AppApplication

Apply

Common App School Website

Fee

Out-of-State Fee

$50

Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

Dates Deadlines · uidaho.edu

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Qualtrics

Auditions

Fall 2027 LHSOM Audition DayJan 30, 2027

Fall 2027 LHSOM Scholarship Priority Audition DeadlineFeb 20, 2027

Music · uidaho.edu

Audition Requirements

Accompaniment

Instrumental auditions are typically unaccompanied

Music · uidaho.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Submit the University of Idaho application and the LHSOM Qualtrics application

Select an audition format on the LHSOM application

Important Notes

Instrumental music education is the catalog specialization for students preparing to teach instrumental music

Admitted students may take theory, aural-skills and piano placement exams for course placement, not admission

Transfer students receive LHSOM advising and should review how prior music credits apply

Transfer Pathway

LHSOM provides transfer advising and typically accepts music credits from NASM-accredited institutions; the Instrumental Music Education specialization remains subject to the school’s placement and audition process.

Music · uidaho.edu

What's The Process

Audition Process

Apply to the University of Idaho, complete the LHSOM application and schedule an audition

Choose an on-campus audition, private Zoom audition or recorded video audition

Audition Expectations

Audition on your primary instrumental area with selections that demonstrate technical ability and musicianship

Contact LHSOM if you need area-specific repertoire guidance

Decisions

Audition by Feb. 20, 2027 for priority scholarship consideration with a 3.0 GPA

LHSOM describes admission auditions as available in person, by video call or by recorded video

Contact

music@uidaho.edu for audition questions

Scholarship Info

Music Scholarships

Audition places you in consideration for over 130 music scholarships

All LHSOM scholarships are four-year awards — provided you make progress toward a music degree, perform in ensembles and maintain academic standards

Priority scholarship consideration for auditions by Feb. 21 with a 3.0 GPA

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.47

Admit rate

76%

school-wide

Grad rate

57%

Enrollment

7.7K

Earnings

$55K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$9,824

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$29,300

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$30,758

Before aid

Average net price

$14,831

After aid

Cost Of Attendance · uidaho.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

Lionel Hampton School of Music — NASM-accredited (National Association of Schools of Music)

Bachelor of Music preparation for K-12 instrumental music teaching

Training

Principles of music teaching, elementary methods and literacy lead into a supervised music-teaching practicum

A half-recital capstone and continued recital attendance connect performance, pedagogy and professional preparation

Study string, brass, percussion and woodwind techniques alongside conducting and arranging

Develop classroom practice through instrumental music in secondary schools, jazz-band rehearsal and marching-band techniques

Studio instruction and ensemble participation keep teaching grounded in active musicianship

Updated Sep 9, 4:14 PM