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BM Double Major (Music as a Second Major) at Oakwood University: Acceptance Rate & Admissions

University acceptance rate: 45%

Oakwood University's overall acceptance rate is 45%, reflecting university-wide academic admissions rather than program-level selectivity — admission to the BM Double Major (Music as a Second Major) program also requires an audition.

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BM Double Major (Music as a Second Major)

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BM Music Composition and Recording Arts

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BM Pedagogy of Music

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BM Pedagogy of Music

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BA Music

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BA Music

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BA Music

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BA Music

Voice

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BA Music

Composition

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BA Pre-Music Therapy

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BM Double Major (Music as a Second Major)

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BM Vocal Performance and Pedagogy

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Minor Recording Arts

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Minor Music

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Program Recognition

•Music-as-a-second-major dual-degree pathway published in Oakwood's current catalog

•Historically Black College/University (HBCU)

•Seventh-day Adventist institution in Huntsville, Alabama

Training

•Music core includes theory, ear training, history, conducting, ensembles, recital work, and church music

•Students select vocal-performance or composition-and-recording focus coursework

School Info

Snapshot

2.99

Avg GPA (W)

45%

Admit Rate

school-wide

45%

Grad Rate

1.2K

Enrollment

$42K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$24,112

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$43,520

Before aid

Average Net Price

$25,669

After aid

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Program info updated Jul 14, 1:29 AM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•Music-as-a-second-major dual-degree pathway published in Oakwood's current catalog

•Historically Black College/University (HBCU)

•Seventh-day Adventist institution in Huntsville, Alabama

Training

•Music core includes theory, ear training, history, conducting, ensembles, recital work, and church music

•Students select vocal-performance or composition-and-recording focus coursework

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•Music-as-a-second-major dual-degree pathway published in Oakwood's current catalog

•Historically Black College/University (HBCU)

•Seventh-day Adventist institution in Huntsville, Alabama

Training

•Music core includes theory, ear training, history, conducting, ensembles, recital work, and church music

•Students select vocal-performance or composition-and-recording focus coursework

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Fee

$25

Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

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Audition Requirements

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Repertoire

•Perform prepared pieces demonstrating your ability on your chosen instrument or voice

•Audition can be in person or by audio/video submission

Additional Materials

Letters of Recommendation (Required)

•Submit 3 letters of recommendation with the admission audition

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Good to Know

Enrollment

•Apply via the Oakwood University application portal

•Rolling admissions with a $25 university application fee

•ACT or SAT results are required unless an official transfer-student waiver applies

Program Requirements

•Entering music students take written and aural music theory, piano proficiency, and applied-area placement exams

•All music majors must pass piano proficiency by the end of sophomore year

•Departmental ensemble participation is required

•Students must be formally accepted into another Oakwood major before pursuing this pathway

What's The Process

Audition Process

•Music majors and minors must audition on their chosen instrument or voice in their area of concentration

•Admission auditions can be completed in person or by audio/video submission

•Three letters of recommendation must accompany the audition

•Acceptance to Oakwood University does not guarantee admission to the Music Department

•Placement exams determine the appropriate starting level for music theory, piano proficiency, and applied study

School Info

Snapshot

2.99

Avg GPA (W)

45%

Admit Rate

school-wide

45%

Grad Rate

1.2K

Enrollment

$42K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$24,112

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$43,520

Before aid

Average Net Price

$25,669

After aid

Official source College Scorecard

Program Recognition

•Music-as-a-second-major dual-degree pathway published in Oakwood's current catalog

•Historically Black College/University (HBCU)

•Seventh-day Adventist institution in Huntsville, Alabama

Training

•Music core includes theory, ear training, history, conducting, ensembles, recital work, and church music

•Students select vocal-performance or composition-and-recording focus coursework

Updated Jul 14, 1:29 AM