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Oklahoma Baptist University

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BMA Musical Arts

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program Recognition

Faculty integrate faith and learning

Small class sizes with close faculty relationships

Part of the Division of Music within the School of Visual and Performing Arts

Training

Bachelor of Musical Arts — pairs a music core (124 total credit hours) with an 18-credit minor in an outside field

Study music theory, aural skills, and music history alongside applied lessons in a principal and secondary area

Multiple solo and ensemble performance experiences

Select your minor in consultation with a Division of Music advisor

Performance & Productions

Vocal ensembles: Bison Glee Club, Bisonette Glee Club, University Chorale

Instrumental ensembles: Symphonic Winds, OBU/Shawnee Community Orchestra, University Ringers

Small ensembles: 519 Collective

Professional Development

Graduates have earned advanced degrees in ethnomusicology, attended seminary, performed as professional orchestra musicians, composed for film and video, and taught in public schools

School Info

Snapshot

3.85

Avg GPA (W)

49%

Admit Rate

school-wide

52%

Grad Rate

1.3K

Enrollment

$48K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$38,830

Before aid

Average Net Price

$20,958

After aid

Affordability And Value · okbu.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 5, 7:25 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Faculty integrate faith and learning

Small class sizes with close faculty relationships

Part of the Division of Music within the School of Visual and Performing Arts

Training

Bachelor of Musical Arts — pairs a music core (124 total credit hours) with an 18-credit minor in an outside field

Study music theory, aural skills, and music history alongside applied lessons in a principal and secondary area

Multiple solo and ensemble performance experiences

Select your minor in consultation with a Division of Music advisor

Performance & Productions

Vocal ensembles: Bison Glee Club, Bisonette Glee Club, University Chorale

Instrumental ensembles: Symphonic Winds, OBU/Shawnee Community Orchestra, University Ringers

Small ensembles: 519 Collective

Professional Development

Graduates have earned advanced degrees in ethnomusicology, attended seminary, performed as professional orchestra musicians, composed for film and video, and taught in public schools

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Faculty integrate faith and learning

Small class sizes with close faculty relationships

Part of the Division of Music within the School of Visual and Performing Arts

Training

Bachelor of Musical Arts — pairs a music core (124 total credit hours) with an 18-credit minor in an outside field

Study music theory, aural skills, and music history alongside applied lessons in a principal and secondary area

Multiple solo and ensemble performance experiences

Select your minor in consultation with a Division of Music advisor

Performance & Productions

Vocal ensembles: Bison Glee Club, Bisonette Glee Club, University Chorale

Instrumental ensembles: Symphonic Winds, OBU/Shawnee Community Orchestra, University Ringers

Small ensembles: 519 Collective

Professional Development

Graduates have earned advanced degrees in ethnomusicology, attended seminary, performed as professional orchestra musicians, composed for film and video, and taught in public schools

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

University AppApplication

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Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

Application · Common App

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 List

Include a repertoire list of solo pieces with your Music Application

Sheet Music

Bring copies of your sheet music for the staff accompanist

Audition Requirements · okbu.edu

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply to OBU via Common App or direct application (free)

Submit the Music Application separately

Eligibility

Rolling admissions

All prospective music majors must audition regardless of performance area

What's The Process

Audition Process

Apply to OBU first; music study admission and financial aid require university acceptance

Submit the Music Application (separate from the university application)

Audition dates correspond to Bison Days; faculty will contact you to schedule after receiving your application

Every prospective music major auditions for the music faculty on a principal performance area (voice, an instrument, or piano)

Audition Expectations

Prepare the repertoire and technical requirements for your principal area (see Voice, Instrumental, or Keyboard requirements)

Bring a repertoire list of solo pieces and copies of your sheet music for the accompanist

Let the music division office know if you need a staff accompanist when scheduling

After Your Audition

You will receive two notices by mail from the Division of Music

First notice: your readiness to pursue a degree in music at OBU

Second notice: financial aid offered by the Division of Music

Contact

OBU Music: 405.585.4300

Email: music@okbu.edu

Scholarship Info

Music Scholarships

Most music scholarships awarded to music majors

Some awards available for non-majors who audition into and participate with an ensemble

Students may audition in multiple areas, though only one award will be offered

Following your audition, you will receive two notices by mail: one regarding admission to music study and one detailing financial aid

School Info

Snapshot

3.85

Avg GPA (W)

49%

Admit Rate

school-wide

52%

Grad Rate

1.3K

Enrollment

$48K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$38,830

Before aid

Average Net Price

$20,958

After aid

Affordability And Value · okbu.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

Faculty integrate faith and learning

Small class sizes with close faculty relationships

Part of the Division of Music within the School of Visual and Performing Arts

Training

Bachelor of Musical Arts — pairs a music core (124 total credit hours) with an 18-credit minor in an outside field

Study music theory, aural skills, and music history alongside applied lessons in a principal and secondary area

Multiple solo and ensemble performance experiences

Select your minor in consultation with a Division of Music advisor

Performance & Productions

Vocal ensembles: Bison Glee Club, Bisonette Glee Club, University Chorale

Instrumental ensembles: Symphonic Winds, OBU/Shawnee Community Orchestra, University Ringers

Small ensembles: 519 Collective

Professional Development

Graduates have earned advanced degrees in ethnomusicology, attended seminary, performed as professional orchestra musicians, composed for film and video, and taught in public schools

Updated Aug 5, 7:25 PM

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