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No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

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In-Person Only

Program profile

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BM Music Performance

Church Music

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Transfer In Friendly

Training

Bachelor of Music concentration in Church Music

Rigorous plan of study in theory, ear training, history, analysis, conducting, choral techniques, and sacred music studies

Applied music lessons on the Wilhelm tracker organ

Award-winning faculty active in sacred and concert music

Performance & Productions

Choral and sacred-music performance opportunities (Madonna Chorale)

Solo, ensemble, and church music settings

Kresge Hall performance venue

School Info

Snapshot

3.45

Avg GPA (W)

63%

Admit Rate

school-wide

60%

Grad Rate

1.6K

Enrollment

$59K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$30,600

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$44,112

Before aid

Average Net Price

$17,755

After aid

Tuition Fees 2026 2027.Pdf · madonna.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Jul 27, 3:00 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Bachelor of Music concentration in Church Music

Rigorous plan of study in theory, ear training, history, analysis, conducting, choral techniques, and sacred music studies

Applied music lessons on the Wilhelm tracker organ

Award-winning faculty active in sacred and concert music

Performance & Productions

Choral and sacred-music performance opportunities (Madonna Chorale)

Solo, ensemble, and church music settings

Kresge Hall performance venue

Program Highlights

Training

Bachelor of Music concentration in Church Music

Rigorous plan of study in theory, ear training, history, analysis, conducting, choral techniques, and sacred music studies

Applied music lessons on the Wilhelm tracker organ

Award-winning faculty active in sacred and concert music

Performance & Productions

Choral and sacred-music performance opportunities (Madonna Chorale)

Solo, ensemble, and church music settings

Kresge Hall performance venue

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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Common App School Website

Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

Application · Common App

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Auditions

Music Audition (10:00 a.m.)

Dec 13, 2025Mar 28, 2026

Music Audition (6:30 p.m.)Feb 4, 2026

Music Audition (4:00 p.m.)Apr 29, 2026

May-August Audition by Appointment for Late Admission

Audition Requirements · madonna.edu

Audition Requirements

These requirements are from the Fall 2026 entry cycle. Fall 2027 requirements are typically posted between August and October and usually change only slightly — confirm on the official source before submitting.

Repertoire

Two prepared pieces in contrasting historical styles on your applied instrument (organ, voice, or piano); organ applicants audition on the Wilhelm tracker organ where possible

Scales & Technique

Major and minor scales, plus sight-reading at the audition

Letters of Recommendation (Required)

Two recommendation forms with comments from a teacher, principal, etc.

Sealed forms submitted by mail or delivered at the audition

Questionnaire (Required)

Audition for Entrance/Scholarship Form completed prior to the audition

Audition Requirements · madonna.edu

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply via Common App or Madonna University direct application

No application fee

Placement

All applicants take a basic theory skills test or the Theory Placement Exam at the audition — for course placement, not admission

Enrollment

Rolling admissions

Transfer Pathway

Transfer BMus Music Performance applicants in Church Music may bring up to 90 four-year or 74 two-year credits, subject to evaluation, and must still complete the published music entrance audition.

Transfer · madonna.edu

What's The Process

Audition Process

Pass an applied music audition on your primary instrument (organ, voice, or piano)

Perform contrasting prepared repertoire, scales, and sight reading

Interview with auditioning faculty

Audition Expectations

In-person audition by appointment only

Audition serves as both program entrance and scholarship consideration

May through August appointments available for late admission

Contact Prof. Barbara Wiltsie to schedule: bwiltsie@madonna.edu or (734) 432-5715

Scholarship Info

Music Scholarship

Audition serves as both program entrance and scholarship consideration

Award based on audition performance

Performing Arts Scholarship

$3,000 renewable scholarship for active ensemble members (Chorale, Lyric Theatre, Jazz Ensemble, Pep Band, String Ensemble)

School Info

Snapshot

3.45

Avg GPA (W)

63%

Admit Rate

school-wide

60%

Grad Rate

1.6K

Enrollment

$59K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$30,600

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$44,112

Before aid

Average Net Price

$17,755

After aid

Tuition Fees 2026 2027.Pdf · madonna.edu College Scorecard

Training

Bachelor of Music concentration in Church Music

Rigorous plan of study in theory, ear training, history, analysis, conducting, choral techniques, and sacred music studies

Applied music lessons on the Wilhelm tracker organ

Award-winning faculty active in sacred and concert music

Performance & Productions

Choral and sacred-music performance opportunities (Madonna Chorale)

Solo, ensemble, and church music settings

Kresge Hall performance venue

Updated Jul 27, 3:00 PM