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Lancaster Bible College

Lancaster, PA

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BA Music: Elective Studies

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program Recognition

NASM-accredited Department of Music, Worship & Performing Arts

Private Christian college integrating biblical faith with professional arts training

Training

Flexible Bachelor of Arts focused on breadth of musicianship rather than a single specialization

12 credits of Exploration Studies electives — four open 3-credit courses students can apply toward a second major or coursework outside music

Foundational training in musicianship, theory, history, and performance

Perform in recitals and concerts and lead worship in chapel

Professional Development

120-credit BA for students who want music training plus the flexibility to explore other fields

Two internships and one practicum that can be geared toward music or another area of interest

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.10

Admit rate

56%

school-wide

Grad rate

67%

Enrollment

1.6K

Earnings

$44K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$31,890

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$49,693

Before aid

Average net price

$25,480

After aid

Tuition Costs · lbc.edu College Scorecard

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Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NASM-accredited Department of Music, Worship & Performing Arts

Private Christian college integrating biblical faith with professional arts training

Training

Flexible Bachelor of Arts focused on breadth of musicianship rather than a single specialization

12 credits of Exploration Studies electives — four open 3-credit courses students can apply toward a second major or coursework outside music

Foundational training in musicianship, theory, history, and performance

Perform in recitals and concerts and lead worship in chapel

Professional Development

120-credit BA for students who want music training plus the flexibility to explore other fields

Two internships and one practicum that can be geared toward music or another area of interest

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NASM-accredited Department of Music, Worship & Performing Arts

Private Christian college integrating biblical faith with professional arts training

Training

Flexible Bachelor of Arts focused on breadth of musicianship rather than a single specialization

12 credits of Exploration Studies electives — four open 3-credit courses students can apply toward a second major or coursework outside music

Foundational training in musicianship, theory, history, and performance

Perform in recitals and concerts and lead worship in chapel

Professional Development

120-credit BA for students who want music training plus the flexibility to explore other fields

Two internships and one practicum that can be geared toward music or another area of interest

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Deadline

Early ActionDec 15, 2026

Regular DecisionMar 30, 2027

Undergraduate Admissions · lbc.edu

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Order

The university application must be submitted before the audition.

Auditions

Audition Day

Sep 25, 2026Oct 16, 2026Dec 4, 2026Feb 13, 2027

Music Student for the DayNov 6, 2026

Auditions · lbc.edu

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply to LBC via the online application

Registration closes two weeks prior to each scheduled audition day

Admitted students take a Music Theory Assessment at the audition for course placement only — it does not affect admission

Eligibility

Department admission is separate from college admission — students must first be accepted to LBC, then audition for the major

Formal acceptance into the program is voted by MWPA faculty after 42 credits (sophomore year)

What's The Process

Audition Process

Students must first apply to and be accepted by Lancaster Bible College

Then audition for acceptance into the BA Music: Elective Studies program

Audition also determines department scholarship awards

Music Theory Assessment required at audition (for course placement only)

Audition Expectations

In-person auditions at Good Shepherd Chapel, 8am to 2pm

Virtual audition available upon request

If unable to attend a scheduled day, contact the department to arrange an individual audition

Contact

Auditions@lbc.edu or 717.560.8218

Principal-Area Audition

Every MWPA major auditions for acceptance — audition on your primary instrument or voice

Prepare two contrasting selections that demonstrate your experience and skill level (a standard classical piece is acceptable)

Follow the preparation guidelines for your performance area (voice, piano, winds/brass/strings, guitar, or percussion)

An accompanist can be provided on request; music must be submitted two weeks prior to the audition

Scholarship Info

Department Scholarships

Audition determines department scholarship awards

Scholarship Audition Days are the best opportunity to be awarded scholarships

To maintain scholarship: professional GPA 2.7+, applied GPA 3.0+, cumulative GPA 2.5+, satisfactory jury evaluation

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.10

Admit rate

56%

school-wide

Grad rate

67%

Enrollment

1.6K

Earnings

$44K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$31,890

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$49,693

Before aid

Average net price

$25,480

After aid

Tuition Costs · lbc.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

NASM-accredited Department of Music, Worship & Performing Arts

Private Christian college integrating biblical faith with professional arts training

Training

Flexible Bachelor of Arts focused on breadth of musicianship rather than a single specialization

12 credits of Exploration Studies electives — four open 3-credit courses students can apply toward a second major or coursework outside music

Foundational training in musicianship, theory, history, and performance

Perform in recitals and concerts and lead worship in chapel

Professional Development

120-credit BA for students who want music training plus the flexibility to explore other fields

Two internships and one practicum that can be geared toward music or another area of interest

Updated 2h ago