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North Park University

Chicago, IL

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B.M.E. (Bachelor of Music Education)

Instrumental Track

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B.M.E. (Bachelor of Music Education)

Instrumental Track

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B.M.E. (Bachelor of Music Education)

Piano Track

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B.M.E. (Bachelor of Music Education)

Voice Track

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BA Music

General Studies in Music

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BA Music

Performance

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BA Music

Jazz Studies (Instrumental)

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BA Music

Composition

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No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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In-Person or Virtual

Training

•Instrumental track includes applied instrumental study with voice and piano support for music education preparation

•Students combine applied music, performance practica, music education, and professional education coursework

Performance

•Ensembles and applied lessons build practical musicianship throughout the degree

Degree Flexibility

•Professional program prepares graduates for Pre-K through 12 music teaching roles

•Focused music study supports classroom, ensemble, and applied teaching preparation

School Info

Snapshot

3.14

Avg GPA (W)

69%

Admit Rate

school-wide

58%

Grad Rate

1.8K

Enrollment

$60K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$39,500

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$56,100

Before aid

Average Net Price

$16,948

After aid

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Program Highlights

Training

•Instrumental track includes applied instrumental study with voice and piano support for music education preparation

•Students combine applied music, performance practica, music education, and professional education coursework

Performance

•Ensembles and applied lessons build practical musicianship throughout the degree

Degree Flexibility

•Professional program prepares graduates for Pre-K through 12 music teaching roles

•Focused music study supports classroom, ensemble, and applied teaching preparation

Program Highlights

Training

•Instrumental track includes applied instrumental study with voice and piano support for music education preparation

•Students combine applied music, performance practica, music education, and professional education coursework

Performance

•Ensembles and applied lessons build practical musicianship throughout the degree

Degree Flexibility

•Professional program prepares graduates for Pre-K through 12 music teaching roles

•Focused music study supports classroom, ensemble, and applied teaching preparation

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2026

These Fall 2026 enrollment dates have passed — dates for the next cycle aren't available yet.

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Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

Program AppApplication

Auditions

On-Campus Scholarship AuditionFeb 28, 2026

Electronic Submissions DueMar 1, 2026

Scholarship Audition Requirements

Optional audition for scholarship consideration - not required for program admission.

Questionnaire (Music Scholarship Audition Application)

•Submit North Park's music scholarship audition application for talent-scholarship consideration.

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

•Apply via Common App or the North Park University website

•No application fee

Admission Pathway

•Rolling admissions with no fixed deadline

•Test optional

•Fall enrollment

Licensure Pathway

•B.M.E. students pursue Pre-K through 12 Illinois music licensure after completing state licensure standards

What's The Process

Audition Process

•No audition is required for program admission

•Optional audition for talent-based music scholarship consideration

•On-campus auditions and electronic submissions are accepted

•Individual appointments are available upon request through May 1

•Contact smat@northpark.edu with audition questions

Track Context

•Instrumental track includes applied instrumental study with voice and piano support for music education preparation.

•Voice applicants follow song guidance; instrumental and keyboard applicants prepare a piece that reflects current musical skills

Scholarship Info

Music Scholarships

•Music majors may be awarded up to $5,000 per year

•Non-music majors may also audition for up to $4,000 per year

•Renewable for four years with faculty recommendation

Requirements

•Enroll full-time with at least 12 credit hours per semester

•Maintain a 2.0 GPA overall

•Enroll in applied music lessons and designated ensembles

•Be recommended for renewal by music faculty

School Info

Snapshot

3.14

Avg GPA (W)

69%

Admit Rate

school-wide

58%

Grad Rate

1.8K

Enrollment

$60K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$39,500

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$56,100

Before aid

Average Net Price

$16,948

After aid

Official source College Scorecard

Training

•Instrumental track includes applied instrumental study with voice and piano support for music education preparation

•Students combine applied music, performance practica, music education, and professional education coursework

Performance

•Ensembles and applied lessons build practical musicianship throughout the degree

Degree Flexibility

•Professional program prepares graduates for Pre-K through 12 music teaching roles

•Focused music study supports classroom, ensemble, and applied teaching preparation

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