Occidental College
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
VOCAL PERFORMANCE FOCUS
•One of four focus tracks within the BA Music degree at Occidental College
•Combines vocal training with music theory, history, and culture coursework
PERFORMANCE & TRAINING
•Private applied music lessons (MUSA) throughout the major
•Junior recital and senior comprehensive project in vocal performance
•Study abroad accommodated with online voice lessons
LIBERAL ARTS SETTING
•Located in Los Angeles with access to the city's vibrant music and performing arts scene
•Combine Music major with other fields in a liberal arts environment
Key Info
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Deadlines
Early DecisionNov 1, 2026
Early ActionNov 1, 2026
Early Decision IIJan 10, 2027
Regular DecisionJan 10, 2027
Good to Know
ARTS SUPPLEMENT SUBMISSION
•Submit materials through SlideRoom via the Common Application
•Deadline matches your chosen application deadline
•Video files must be less than 250 MB
DECLARING THE MAJOR
•Choose Vocal Performance focus when declaring the Music major
•Must complete MUSC 151 (Music Theory II) with a grade of C or higher to declare
•Music Theory Placement Exam available to test into MUSC 151 directly
CONTACT
•Music Department: music@oxy.edu
•Department Chair: Adam Schoenberg — aschoenberg@oxy.edu
What's The Process
OPTIONAL ARTS SUPPLEMENT
•Not required for admission — no audition needed
•Submissions evaluated by Music Department faculty based on skill and capacity to contribute
•Submissions indicate intention to participate in Occidental's music programs
VOCAL SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
•Submit video of at least two works of contrasting style or historical period
•Include a music-specific resume
Program info updated 4h ago
VOCAL PERFORMANCE FOCUS
•One of four focus tracks within the BA Music degree at Occidental College
•Combines vocal training with music theory, history, and culture coursework
PERFORMANCE & TRAINING
•Private applied music lessons (MUSA) throughout the major
•Junior recital and senior comprehensive project in vocal performance
•Study abroad accommodated with online voice lessons
LIBERAL ARTS SETTING
•Located in Los Angeles with access to the city's vibrant music and performing arts scene
•Combine Music major with other fields in a liberal arts environment
Updated 4h ago
Academic School Information
3.61
Avg GPA (W)
44%
Admit Rate
83%
Grad Rate
1,877
Enrollment
$75,951
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$66,274
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$38,263
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.
Family Income $0 - $30k$20,705
Family Income $30k - $48k$17,655
Family Income $48k - $75k$21,468
Family Income $75k - $110k$28,033
Family Income $110k+$54,959
