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No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

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In-Person or Virtual

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K-12

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

K-12

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BME Music Education

K-12 Instrumental

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

K-12

Program Recognition

Bachelor of Music Education (K-12 Instrumental) from the NMSU Department of Music, a NASM member since 1966

Prepares students for New Mexico K-12 instrumental teacher licensure; supported by NMSU's School of Teacher Preparation, Administration and Leadership

Training

Six instrumental technique courses chosen across brass, woodwind, string, guitar, and percussion, plus Beginning and Instrumental Conducting

9 credits of principal-instrument applied study; 133.5-credit program with secondary student teaching

Performance & Productions

Ensemble options include the Wind Symphony (dir. Dr. Michael W. Mapp), Symphonic Band, Philharmonic Orchestra, jazz ensembles, and the ~250-member Pride of New Mexico Marching Band

Seven semesters of required recital attendance

Value

Music scholarships available; auditions completed before April 1 receive highest consideration

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.48

Admit rate

89%

school-wide

Grad rate

55%

Enrollment

11.9K

Earnings

$39K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$8,558

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$26,884

Before aid

Average net price

$8,889

After aid

Cost Of Attendance · fa.nmsu.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 30, 5:32 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Bachelor of Music Education (K-12 Instrumental) from the NMSU Department of Music, a NASM member since 1966

Prepares students for New Mexico K-12 instrumental teacher licensure; supported by NMSU's School of Teacher Preparation, Administration and Leadership

Training

Six instrumental technique courses chosen across brass, woodwind, string, guitar, and percussion, plus Beginning and Instrumental Conducting

9 credits of principal-instrument applied study; 133.5-credit program with secondary student teaching

Performance & Productions

Ensemble options include the Wind Symphony (dir. Dr. Michael W. Mapp), Symphonic Band, Philharmonic Orchestra, jazz ensembles, and the ~250-member Pride of New Mexico Marching Band

Seven semesters of required recital attendance

Value

Music scholarships available; auditions completed before April 1 receive highest consideration

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Bachelor of Music Education (K-12 Instrumental) from the NMSU Department of Music, a NASM member since 1966

Prepares students for New Mexico K-12 instrumental teacher licensure; supported by NMSU's School of Teacher Preparation, Administration and Leadership

Training

Six instrumental technique courses chosen across brass, woodwind, string, guitar, and percussion, plus Beginning and Instrumental Conducting

9 credits of principal-instrument applied study; 133.5-credit program with secondary student teaching

Performance & Productions

Ensemble options include the Wind Symphony (dir. Dr. Michael W. Mapp), Symphonic Band, Philharmonic Orchestra, jazz ensembles, and the ~250-member Pride of New Mexico Marching Band

Seven semesters of required recital attendance

Value

Music scholarships available; auditions completed before April 1 receive highest consideration

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Fee

$25

Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

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Audition Requirements · music.nmsu.edu

Audition Requirements

Repertoire List

Prepare repertoire on your principal instrument appropriate to your area:

Strings: one three-octave scale in any key, one etude, and one movement of a Bach solo work or a standard concerto movement (bass: one one-octave scale)

Trumpet: two contrasting etudes (one lyrical, one technical) or one substantial solo with both, plus a chromatic scale across your range

Percussion: a prepared solo in one area (snare, mallet keyboard, timpani, or multiple percussion) plus rudiments/scales and sight-reading

For percussion scholarship consideration, demonstrate proficiency in two areas; one must be mallet keyboard

Woodwinds and other winds/brass: prepared solo or etudes and scales per the area requirement sheet

Scales & Technique

Be prepared to perform scales as specified for your instrument

Be prepared to sight-read a provided excerpt

Accompaniment

A staff accompanist can be provided at no charge if music is submitted in advance

Audition Requirements · music.nmsu.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Submit the NMSU university application (Common App or NMSU online application)

Submit the separate Music Department audition registration form online

Important Notes

Must be accepted into the Music Department before registering for music major courses

Accompanist provided at no charge if music is sent in advance

Admitted music majors take a piano proficiency requirement and music theory/aural-skills coursework — for course placement and progression, not admission

What's The Process

Audition Process

An audition before a panel of at least three Music faculty is required for acceptance as a Music major

Auditions received before April 1 receive highest consideration for scholarships

Last date to submit an audition for program acceptance: August 1

After August 1: provisional admission possible with non-credit lessons to prepare an end-of-semester audition

Audition Expectations

In-person auditions preferred — contact the department to schedule when visiting campus

Video audition arrangements available if unable to audition in person

Perform a prepared audition on your principal instrument for the faculty panel

Be prepared to play scales and sight-read as specified for your area

Teaching disposition is assessed through the panel interview

Interview about musical background and prospective major

Contact

Music Department: 575-646-2421 or music@nmsu.edu

Scholarship Info

Music scholarships available based on audition

Auditions held or received before April 1 receive highest consideration for scholarships

Check NMSU Financial Aid and Scholarships for additional opportunities and deadlines

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.48

Admit rate

89%

school-wide

Grad rate

55%

Enrollment

11.9K

Earnings

$39K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$8,558

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$26,884

Before aid

Average net price

$8,889

After aid

Cost Of Attendance · fa.nmsu.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

Bachelor of Music Education (K-12 Instrumental) from the NMSU Department of Music, a NASM member since 1966

Prepares students for New Mexico K-12 instrumental teacher licensure; supported by NMSU's School of Teacher Preparation, Administration and Leadership

Training

Six instrumental technique courses chosen across brass, woodwind, string, guitar, and percussion, plus Beginning and Instrumental Conducting

9 credits of principal-instrument applied study; 133.5-credit program with secondary student teaching

Performance & Productions

Ensemble options include the Wind Symphony (dir. Dr. Michael W. Mapp), Symphonic Band, Philharmonic Orchestra, jazz ensembles, and the ~250-member Pride of New Mexico Marching Band

Seven semesters of required recital attendance

Value

Music scholarships available; auditions completed before April 1 receive highest consideration

Updated Aug 30, 5:32 PM