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MidAmerica Nazarene University

Olathe, KS

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No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

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BA Music

Band Instruments

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

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

Avg GPA (W)

3.48

Admit rate

79%

school-wide

Grad rate

54%

Enrollment

983

Earnings

$63K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$40,320

Before aid

Average net price

$32,165

After aid

Undergrad Program Costs · mnu.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 3d ago

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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Fee

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

Undergraduate Arts And Humanities · mnu.edu

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

Undergraduate Arts And Humanities · mnu.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

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

Avg GPA (W)

3.48

Admit rate

79%

school-wide

Grad rate

54%

Enrollment

983

Earnings

$63K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$40,320

Before aid

Average net price

$32,165

After aid

Undergrad Program Costs · mnu.edu 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

Updated 3d ago