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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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In-Person Only

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Transfer In FriendlyPK-12

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BM Music Education

Instrumental

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Transfer In FriendlyPK-12

Program Recognition

•NASM-accredited Bachelor of Music Education with the Instrumental option (465A)

•PK-12 music-education route combining applied performance with teacher preparation

Training

•Instrumental study is paired with conducting, elementary and secondary music methods, music technology, theory, and ensemble work

•The degree includes a required 25-minute senior recital and prepares students for classroom and ensemble leadership

•Audition materials are instrument-specific: brass and woodwind applicants prepare contrasting selections, while percussionists prepare snare or multi-percussion, marimba, and timpani materials

Professional Development

•Designed for Oklahoma PK-12 music-teaching licensure and elementary and secondary school careers

Degree Flexibility

•Transfer students can arrange the required junior-standing jury before 4000-level lessons; music auditions are used for admission and scholarships

School Info

Snapshot

3.45

Avg GPA (W)

100%

Admit Rate

school-wide

35%

Grad Rate

4.8K

Enrollment

$45K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$8,868

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$18,618

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$25,542

Before aid

Average Net Price

$12,710

After aid

Official source College Scorecard

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Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•NASM-accredited Bachelor of Music Education with the Instrumental option (465A)

•PK-12 music-education route combining applied performance with teacher preparation

Training

•Instrumental study is paired with conducting, elementary and secondary music methods, music technology, theory, and ensemble work

•The degree includes a required 25-minute senior recital and prepares students for classroom and ensemble leadership

•Audition materials are instrument-specific: brass and woodwind applicants prepare contrasting selections, while percussionists prepare snare or multi-percussion, marimba, and timpani materials

Professional Development

•Designed for Oklahoma PK-12 music-teaching licensure and elementary and secondary school careers

Degree Flexibility

•Transfer students can arrange the required junior-standing jury before 4000-level lessons; music auditions are used for admission and scholarships

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•NASM-accredited Bachelor of Music Education with the Instrumental option (465A)

•PK-12 music-education route combining applied performance with teacher preparation

Training

•Instrumental study is paired with conducting, elementary and secondary music methods, music technology, theory, and ensemble work

•The degree includes a required 25-minute senior recital and prepares students for classroom and ensemble leadership

•Audition materials are instrument-specific: brass and woodwind applicants prepare contrasting selections, while percussionists prepare snare or multi-percussion, marimba, and timpani materials

Professional Development

•Designed for Oklahoma PK-12 music-teaching licensure and elementary and secondary school careers

Degree Flexibility

•Transfer students can arrange the required junior-standing jury before 4000-level lessons; music auditions are used for admission and scholarships

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

Fall Application DeadlineAug 1, 2026

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Auditions

Music audition

Feb 20, 2026Mar 7 & 27, 2026

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Audition Requirements

These requirements are from the Fall 2026 entry cycle. Fall 2027 requirements are typically posted between August and October and usually change only slightly — confirm on the official source before submitting.

Repertoire

•Prepare two contrasting selections on the primary instrument. Brass and woodwind applicants should choose contrasting works; percussionists should prepare one selection each on snare or multi-percussion, marimba, and timpani. Vocalists should prepare two contrasting classical selections.

Scales & Technique

•Brass applicants should prepare a chromatic scale. Woodwind scales are optional. Pianists should prepare major scales and arpeggios; these are recommended but not required.

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

•Complete the NSU university application and register for the music audition through the department's audition-registration page.

•Auditions are scheduled by appointment in person, virtually, or by prerecorded submission when arranged with the department.

Admission Pathway

•Music placement follows the audition. The degree prepares students for PK-12 music teaching and Oklahoma licensure.

Transfer Pathway

The B.M.E. is a PK-12 teacher-licensure route. Transfer students must complete a junior-standing jury on the major instrument before 4000-level lessons and may arrange the jury before the semester begins.

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What's The Process

Audition Expectations

•Music auditions are required for admission and music scholarships.

•Choose an in-person audition in the Center for Performing Arts, or arrange a virtual, prerecorded, or other appointment-based format with the department.

•The option requires a principal instrument or voice audition; music placement follows the audition.

Post-Enrollment

•Transfer students should arrange the required junior-standing jury before enrolling in 4000-level lessons.

Contact

•Contact the music department for instrument- or voice-specific questions.

Scholarship Info

•Music scholarships awarded based on audition

•Both music majors and non-majors eligible for scholarship auditions

School Info

Snapshot

3.45

Avg GPA (W)

100%

Admit Rate

school-wide

35%

Grad Rate

4.8K

Enrollment

$45K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$8,868

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$18,618

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$25,542

Before aid

Average Net Price

$12,710

After aid

Official source College Scorecard

Program Recognition

•NASM-accredited Bachelor of Music Education with the Instrumental option (465A)

•PK-12 music-education route combining applied performance with teacher preparation

Training

•Instrumental study is paired with conducting, elementary and secondary music methods, music technology, theory, and ensemble work

•The degree includes a required 25-minute senior recital and prepares students for classroom and ensemble leadership

•Audition materials are instrument-specific: brass and woodwind applicants prepare contrasting selections, while percussionists prepare snare or multi-percussion, marimba, and timpani materials

Professional Development

•Designed for Oklahoma PK-12 music-teaching licensure and elementary and secondary school careers

Degree Flexibility

•Transfer students can arrange the required junior-standing jury before 4000-level lessons; music auditions are used for admission and scholarships

Updated 2d ago