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Indiana Wesleyan University - Marion

Marion, IN

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BA Music

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BA Music

Instrumental Performance Specialization

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Piano Performance Specialization

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BA Music

Vocal Performance Specialization

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BA Music

Composition Specialization

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In-Person or Virtual

Program Recognition

•NASM-accredited Division of Music and Theatre (since 1994)

•BA Music curriculum includes a named Instrumental Performance Specialization

Instrumental Training

•Specialization coursework includes small ensemble study, instrument techniques and pedagogy, orchestration, applied study, and senior recital preparation

•Applied study is offered in brass, woodwind, percussion, string, guitar, organ, piano, and voice areas

Ensembles & Facilities

•Performance opportunities include Wind Ensemble, Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Combo, chamber music, brass, flute, and percussion ensembles

•Phillippe Performing Arts Center includes Baker Recital Hall, practice rooms, teaching studios, and major performance spaces

School Info

Snapshot

3.61

Avg GPA (W)

89%

Admit Rate

school-wide

67%

Grad Rate

Enrollment

$60K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$34,058

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$49,412

Before aid

Average Net Price

$22,866

After aid

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Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•NASM-accredited Division of Music and Theatre (since 1994)

•BA Music curriculum includes a named Instrumental Performance Specialization

Instrumental Training

•Specialization coursework includes small ensemble study, instrument techniques and pedagogy, orchestration, applied study, and senior recital preparation

•Applied study is offered in brass, woodwind, percussion, string, guitar, organ, piano, and voice areas

Ensembles & Facilities

•Performance opportunities include Wind Ensemble, Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Combo, chamber music, brass, flute, and percussion ensembles

•Phillippe Performing Arts Center includes Baker Recital Hall, practice rooms, teaching studios, and major performance spaces

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•NASM-accredited Division of Music and Theatre (since 1994)

•BA Music curriculum includes a named Instrumental Performance Specialization

Instrumental Training

•Specialization coursework includes small ensemble study, instrument techniques and pedagogy, orchestration, applied study, and senior recital preparation

•Applied study is offered in brass, woodwind, percussion, string, guitar, organ, piano, and voice areas

Ensembles & Facilities

•Performance opportunities include Wind Ensemble, Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Combo, chamber music, brass, flute, and percussion ensembles

•Phillippe Performing Arts Center includes Baker Recital Hall, practice rooms, teaching studios, and major performance spaces

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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Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

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Deadline

Audition Deadline (Scholarship Consideration)Mar 1, 2026

Auditions

Music Audition (Handel's Messiah Concert)Dec 5, 2025

Music AuditionJan 23, 2026

Audition Requirements

Repertoire List

•Required: prepare two selections in contrasting styles, from different historical eras if possible; total performance time should not exceed 15 minutes

•Selections should display variety of tempo and dynamics and demonstrate ability and range

•Memorized performances are preferred

Letters of Recommendation

•Required: submit three recommendation forms from former or current music teachers, music directors, or other musicians who can verify readiness to study music at the collegiate level

•Recommendation forms may be returned to music-recruit@indwes.edu or mailed to the IWU Division of Music

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

•Submit music scholarship application via IWU admissions portal

•University application via Common App or IWU website

•Auditions must be completed by March 1 for scholarship consideration

•Scholarship awards are made as close to March 15 as possible

Eligibility

•Music theory placement exam is used to demonstrate academic readiness for the major; students who are not ready may complete MUS-160 with a grade of C or above

•Provisional music major status may be granted when requirements are not fully met initially

•Upper-divisional Hearing is required before upper-level studies

Admission Pathway

•Rolling admissions

•No application fee

What's The Process

Audition Expectations

•Live audition before selected music faculty, or audio/video recording when applicable

•Appropriate attire recommended; no jeans

•Recorded auditions may be submitted by applicants who live more than 300 miles from Marion

•To submit a video audition, post it to YouTube as public or unlisted and email the link to music-recruit@indwes.edu

•Subject line format: "IWU Music Audition Video - Your Name - Submission Date"

Accompaniment

•Accompaniment tapes are not permitted

•An accompanist will be provided if needed

Contact

•music-recruit@indwes.edu

•765-677-2152

Scholarship Info

Music Scholarships

•Available to full-time music majors with B (3.0 GPA) average and satisfactory audition

•Scholarship awards are made as close to March 15 as possible

•Upperclassmen may audition in spring with 3.2 GPA in music courses, 2.75 overall GPA, and no grade below C

Named Scholarships

•Multiple named scholarships available based on performance excellence, financial need, career goals, and Christian character

•Includes awards for vocal, instrumental, ministry, music education, and related music students

School Info

Snapshot

3.61

Avg GPA (W)

89%

Admit Rate

school-wide

67%

Grad Rate

Enrollment

$60K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$34,058

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$49,412

Before aid

Average Net Price

$22,866

After aid

Official source College Scorecard

Program Recognition

•NASM-accredited Division of Music and Theatre (since 1994)

•BA Music curriculum includes a named Instrumental Performance Specialization

Instrumental Training

•Specialization coursework includes small ensemble study, instrument techniques and pedagogy, orchestration, applied study, and senior recital preparation

•Applied study is offered in brass, woodwind, percussion, string, guitar, organ, piano, and voice areas

Ensembles & Facilities

•Performance opportunities include Wind Ensemble, Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Combo, chamber music, brass, flute, and percussion ensembles

•Phillippe Performing Arts Center includes Baker Recital Hall, practice rooms, teaching studios, and major performance spaces

Updated 14h ago

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