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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
No Interview
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING
•Broad-based voice study within a liberal arts curriculum
•Individual instruction with weekly performance forums
•Solo recitals required for junior and senior music majors
ENSEMBLES
•The Aeolians — nationally recognized select choral ensemble of 40-55 members
•University Choir and chamber vocal ensembles
INSTITUTION
•Historically Black College/University (HBCU)
•Seventh-day Adventist institution in Huntsville, Alabama
Key Info
Audition Requirements
Songs
VOCAL AUDITION
•Perform prepared vocal pieces demonstrating your ability
•Audition can be in person or by audio/video submission
•Style and repertoire should reflect your training and range
Wildcard / Special Skill
N/A
Additional Materials
THREE LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION (required)
•Must accompany the admission audition
PLACEMENT EXAMINATIONS (required)
•Written and aural exams in music theory
•Piano proficiency exam
•Applied voice placement exam
•Results determine class placement — must qualify for MU 211 Theory I and MU 165 Applied Area for freshman standing
Good to Know
ENROLLMENT
•Apply via the Oakwood University application portal
•Rolling admissions — $25 application fee
•ACT or SAT scores required
PIANO PROFICIENCY
•All music majors must pass a piano proficiency exam by end of sophomore year
•Pre-college piano study is strongly recommended
FOREIGN LANGUAGE
•One year of French, German, Spanish, or Italian required for voice majors
ENSEMBLE REQUIREMENT
•8 consecutive semesters of departmental ensemble participation required
What's The Process
AUDITION PROCESS
•Perform a vocal audition for the music faculty
•Audition can be in person or by audio/video
•Three letters of recommendation must accompany the audition
•Placement examinations also required (music theory, piano proficiency, applied voice)
IMPORTANT
•Acceptance to the university does not guarantee admission to the Music Department
•An official Welcome Packet with detailed audition information is available through the Music Department
Program info updated 15h ago
Academic School Information
2.99
Avg GPA (W)
45%
Admit Rate
47%
Grad Rate
1,153
Enrollment
$42,488
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$22,512
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$25,669
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$23,999
Family Income $30k - $48k$22,444
Family Income $48k - $75k$24,501
Family Income $75k - $110k$28,074
Family Income $110k+$27,219
