Louisiana State University
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Program
No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewIn-Person or VirtualUniversity App Required
Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•Wide range of performance opportunities through numerous ensembles
•Turner-Fischer Center for Opera
•Part of LSU College of Music & Dramatic Arts (CMDA)
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•Double degree plans available combining Music with other majors
•120 credit hours including 38 hours of general education
CAMPUS LIFE
•Visual and Performing Arts Residential College (VPARC) — on-campus living space for CMDA and College of Art + Design students
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Apply atSchool Website
Deadlines
PriorityDec 15, 2025
Regular DecisionFeb 1, 2026
Fee
$50Waiver
Program AppApplication
Apply atSchool Website
Deadline
Priority Scholarship DeadlineFeb 2, 2026
Auditions
On-Campus AuditionJan 24, 2026
On-Campus AuditionJan 31, 2026
Audition Requirements
Songs
TWO MEMORIZED SELECTIONS, contrasting in style
•Contrasting styles such as Italian/English or slow/fast tempos
•Both selections must be memorized
•Accompanist provided for the audition
Good to Know
APPLICATION STEPS
•Step 1: Apply to LSU via Common App or LSU website
•Step 2: Complete Music Major Application (GeauxMusic form) via myLSU portal
RECORDED SUBMISSIONS
•Submit recorded video audition via myLSU application portal
•Contact musicadmissions@lsu.edu for accessibility issues or technical difficulties
TRANSFER STUDENTS
•Submit all transcripts early for course credit evaluation
•Music coursework placement based on exams at LSU
•Contact Office of Student Success for scholarship consideration
What's The Process
AUDITION FORMAT
•In-person on campus during scheduled audition days, or by recorded video
•Recorded auditions submitted via myLSU application portal
•Recommended to film as one take (single video)
•Recorded auditions given equal consideration after in-person dates pass
AUDITION DAY
•Perform two prepared selections
•Sight reading of a brief musical excerpt
•Contact: musicadmissions@lsu.edu
Scholarship Info
MUSIC PREMIERE SCHOLARSHIP
•Audition by February 2 priority deadline for full scholarship consideration
•Recorded auditions submitted after deadline may not qualify for Music Premiere Scholarship or similar opportunities
TRANSFER STUDENTS
•Contact Office of Student Success for scholarship consideration
Program info updated 5h ago
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•Wide range of performance opportunities through numerous ensembles
•Turner-Fischer Center for Opera
•Part of LSU College of Music & Dramatic Arts (CMDA)
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•Double degree plans available combining Music with other majors
•120 credit hours including 38 hours of general education
CAMPUS LIFE
•Visual and Performing Arts Residential College (VPARC) — on-campus living space for CMDA and College of Art + Design students
Updated 5h ago
Academic School Information
3.83
Avg GPA (W)
73%
Admit Rate
70%
Grad Rate
30,594
Enrollment
$61,251
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$11,954
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$28,631
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$19,151
after typical aid
Average annual cost is often lower than tuition because it accounts for grants and scholarships most students receive. It includes tuition, room & board, books, and supplies.
Family Income $0 - $30k$13,056
Family Income $30k - $48k$15,696
Family Income $48k - $75k$20,223
Family Income $75k - $110k$23,878
Family Income $110k+$26,489
