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MidAmerica Nazarene University

Olathe, KS

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BA Music

Band Instruments

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BA Theatre

Musical Theatre

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BA Theatre

Acting/Directing

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BMEd Music Education

Band Instruments

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BMEd Music Education

Bass

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BMEd Music Education

Guitar

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BMEd Music Education

Piano

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BMEd Music Education

Voice

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BA Speech / Theatre Education

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Transfer In Friendly6-12Teacher Cert

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BA Music

Band Instruments

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No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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In-Person Only

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BA Music

Bass

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No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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BA Music

Guitar

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No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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BA Music

Piano

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No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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BA Music

Voice

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No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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BA Music and Worship

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No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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Training

•Band Instruments is a published primary performance area in MNU's BA Music

•Students combine private applied study with music theory, history, aural skills, keyboard skills, and ensembles

Performance & Productions

•Instrumental opportunities include Concert Band, Jazz Ensemble, Drumline, Percussion Ensemble, and community-orchestra participation

•The BA Music culminates in a solo recital

School Info

Snapshot

3.48

Avg GPA (W)

79%

Admit Rate

school-wide

54%

Grad Rate

983

Enrollment

$63K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$40,320

Before aid

Average Net Price

$32,165

After aid

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Program Highlights

Training

•Band Instruments is a published primary performance area in MNU's BA Music

•Students combine private applied study with music theory, history, aural skills, keyboard skills, and ensembles

Performance & Productions

•Instrumental opportunities include Concert Band, Jazz Ensemble, Drumline, Percussion Ensemble, and community-orchestra participation

•The BA Music culminates in a solo recital

Program Highlights

Training

•Band Instruments is a published primary performance area in MNU's BA Music

•Students combine private applied study with music theory, history, aural skills, keyboard skills, and ensembles

Performance & Productions

•Instrumental opportunities include Concert Band, Jazz Ensemble, Drumline, Percussion Ensemble, and community-orchestra participation

•The BA Music culminates in a solo recital

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Accompanist Fee

$10

Auditions

On-Campus Scholarship Audition

Oct 14 & 31, 2026Nov 11, 2026Jan 23, 2027Feb 20, 2027Mar 4, 2027Apr 10 & 17, 2027

Special invitation scholarship audition for high school juniorsMay 14, 2027

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Scholarship Audition Requirements

Optional audition for scholarship consideration only; it is not required for program admission.

Songs

Vocal Check

•Applicants whose primary area is not voice sing one song of their choice

Additional Materials

Repertoire List

•Prepare one solo that best demonstrates skill in a band instrument; Percussionists perform on at least two of these instruments: snare drum, timpani, keyboard percussion, or drumset

•Music majors prepare a second solo in a contrasting style

•Applicants may also prepare one solo in a secondary performance area

Resume (Optional)

•Upload a resume in the Music Scholarship Application Form

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

•Complete the MNU university application

•Submit the Music Scholarship Application Form for music-major or ensemble-participation scholarship consideration

•Fall 2027 early-action applications are currently open

Important Notes

•The performing-arts audition is for scholarships and ensemble participation; the reviewed source does not describe it as a separate admission requirement

•FAFSA is used for aid consideration; MNU code 007032

What's The Process

Audition Process

•Scholarship and ensemble-participation auditions are scheduled through the Music Scholarship Application Form

•Published 2026-2027 auditions are in person on MNU's Olathe campus; applicants unable to attend should contact performingarts@mnu.edu

Audition Expectations

•Demonstrate fundamental musical knowledge through diagnostic exercises, including sight-reading

•Applicants who are not primarily pianists demonstrate any piano proficiency

•Applicants who are not primarily vocalists sing one song of their choice

•Faculty prefer live accompaniment when possible; an MNU accompanist is available for a $10 fee payable at the audition

Scholarship Info

Music Scholarships

•Music-major and ensemble-participation scholarships are available to exceptional students who submit the Music Scholarship Application Form and complete a successful audition

•Published scholarship auditions are held in person on MNU's Olathe campus

School Info

Snapshot

3.48

Avg GPA (W)

79%

Admit Rate

school-wide

54%

Grad Rate

983

Enrollment

$63K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$40,320

Before aid

Average Net Price

$32,165

After aid

Official source College Scorecard

Training

•Band Instruments is a published primary performance area in MNU's BA Music

•Students combine private applied study with music theory, history, aural skills, keyboard skills, and ensembles

Performance & Productions

•Instrumental opportunities include Concert Band, Jazz Ensemble, Drumline, Percussion Ensemble, and community-orchestra participation

•The BA Music culminates in a solo recital

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