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Program Characteristics

No Prescreen
Audition Required
No Interview
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required

Program Highlights

INTENSIVE VOCAL TRAINING

Specialization and intensive study of voice with weekly private instruction
2 credit hours (60 minutes instruction per week) in voice every semester
Conditional acceptance for first two semesters with faculty jury evaluation for continuation

VOCAL ENSEMBLES & PERFORMANCE

Multiple vocal ensemble opportunities
Regular recital and performance opportunities
Bennett Music Scholarship available for outstanding prospective vocal music majors

CAREER PREPARATION

Senior recital capstone requirement
Preparation for graduate study and professional vocal performance careers

Key Info

University App

Apply atCommon App
Deadline
Rolling

Audition Requirements

Songs

TWO CONTRASTING SELECTIONS from standard solo vocal repertoire

Choose from art song, opera, folk song, sacred music, gospel, or musical theatre
Program should be no more than 10 minutes total
Memorization recommended

Good to Know

APPLICATION PROCESS

Apply to NWU using the free online application
Complete Music Scholarship Audition form through the application portal

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT

Voice majors must complete minimum 3 hours each in German and French

ALL-STATE MUSICIANS

All-State musicians receive scholarships automatically without auditioning

What's The Process

AUDITION FORMAT

Audition on campus during a visit day of your choice
Recorded audition submissions also accepted through online application

JURY EVALUATION

Students accepted conditionally for first two semesters
Faculty committee determines acceptance for continued study via jury and interview at end of second semester

CONTACT

Music Department: kmb@nebrwesleyan.edu | (402) 465-2269

Scholarship Info

Music scholarships vary in amount and are renewable
Bennett Music Scholarship available for outstanding prospective vocal music majors
All-State musicians receive scholarships automatically
Contact music department for scholarship details
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Academic School Information

3.63
Avg GPA (W)
84%
Admit Rate
64%
Grad Rate
1,514
Enrollment
$56,405
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$41,658
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$23,140
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.

Annual Cost by Family Income
Family Income $0 - $30k$20,377
Family Income $30k - $48k$18,737
Family Income $48k - $75k$19,482
Family Income $75k - $110k$24,859
Family Income $110k+$27,670