•Complete the MNU application through the school website
•Use the Music Scholarship Application Form for music major scholarship or ensemble participation scholarship consideration
•FAFSA is used for aid consideration; MNU code 007032
Important Notes
•Official Fall 2026 and Fall 2027 application links are posted, but a fixed final application deadline was not published
•The music audition source describes scholarship and ensemble participation auditions, not a separate audition required for admission
What's The Process
Audition Process
•Scholarship and ensemble participation auditions are scheduled through the Music Scholarship Application Form
•Upcoming 2026-2027 auditions are listed as in-person events on the MNU campus
•Applicants unable to come to campus are directed to 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
•Faculty prefer live accompaniment when possible
•Applicants may request an MNU accompanist for a $10 fee payable at the audition
Scholarship Info
Music Scholarships
•Music major scholarships and music ensemble participation scholarships are available to exceptional students who complete the Music Scholarship Application Form and perform a successful audition
•Performing arts scholarship auditions are listed as in-person events on MNU's Olathe campus
Academic info
Snapshot
3.48
Avg GPA (W)
79%
Admit Rate
school-wide
54%
Grad Rate
983
Enrollment
$63K
Earnings
10yr after
Costs & Aid
Average Annual Cost
$32,165
after typical aid
Tuition & Fees
$37,174
before aid
Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.
