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Oklahoma Baptist University

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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

PK-12Teacher Cert

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

PK-12Teacher Cert

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BME Music Education

Instrumental Track

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

PK-12Teacher Cert

Faith Integration

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 Music Education — prepares certified music teachers for general music plus vocal or instrumental music in pre-K-12 public and private schools

Mentoring by master teachers; observe and participate in junior/senior high instrumental and vocal events hosted by the Division of Music

Engage with the Oklahoma Music Educators Association and the National Association for Music Education

Teach private lessons through OBU’s Preparatory Department

Professional Development

Field experiences culminate in a 14-week student-teaching internship in the senior year

Efforts are made to place you within 50 miles of OBU at your school of preference

Near-100% job placement rate for graduates

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.85

Admit rate

49%

school-wide

Grad rate

52%

Enrollment

1.3K

Earnings

$48K

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

Faith Integration

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 Music Education — prepares certified music teachers for general music plus vocal or instrumental music in pre-K-12 public and private schools

Mentoring by master teachers; observe and participate in junior/senior high instrumental and vocal events hosted by the Division of Music

Engage with the Oklahoma Music Educators Association and the National Association for Music Education

Teach private lessons through OBU’s Preparatory Department

Professional Development

Field experiences culminate in a 14-week student-teaching internship in the senior year

Efforts are made to place you within 50 miles of OBU at your school of preference

Near-100% job placement rate for graduates

Program Highlights

Faith Integration

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 Music Education — prepares certified music teachers for general music plus vocal or instrumental music in pre-K-12 public and private schools

Mentoring by master teachers; observe and participate in junior/senior high instrumental and vocal events hosted by the Division of Music

Engage with the Oklahoma Music Educators Association and the National Association for Music Education

Teach private lessons through OBU’s Preparatory Department

Professional Development

Field experiences culminate in a 14-week student-teaching internship in the senior year

Efforts are made to place you within 50 miles of OBU at your school of preference

Near-100% job placement rate for graduates

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

University AppApplication

Apply

Common App School Website

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

Wind/string applicants: prepare a solo or two etudes of contrasting styles; accompaniment is optional

Percussionists: prepare one etude each on snare drum, timpani, and mallet/keyboard instrument

Scales & Technique

Wind players: chromatic scale over the full range of the instrument

Wind major scales: C, F, B-flat, E-flat, A-flat, D-flat, G, and D (concert keys)

String major scales: C, G, D, A, E, F, B-flat, and E-flat (3 octaves)

Percussionists: be prepared to perform any of the Thirteen Snare Drum Rudiments and play the wind scales on mallet instrument

Sheet Music

Bring copies of your sheet music for the staff accompanist if using one

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

Instrumental Track applicants audition for the music faculty using OBU’s Instrumental requirements

Audition Expectations

Wind, string, and percussion requirements are listed by instrument family on OBU’s audition page

Sight-reading examples are provided at the audition

Jazz Orchestra applicants should prepare an appropriate selection from the High School Jazz Ensemble folder

Drum set applicants should be able to play several styles including swing, bossa nova, samba, and shuffle

Decisions

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

Instrumental Music Coordinator: Dr. Timothy Kaiser (timothy.kaiser@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

Avg GPA (W)

3.85

Admit rate

49%

school-wide

Grad rate

52%

Enrollment

1.3K

Earnings

$48K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$38,830

Before aid

Average net price

$20,958

After aid

Affordability And Value · okbu.edu College Scorecard

Faith Integration

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 Music Education — prepares certified music teachers for general music plus vocal or instrumental music in pre-K-12 public and private schools

Mentoring by master teachers; observe and participate in junior/senior high instrumental and vocal events hosted by the Division of Music

Engage with the Oklahoma Music Educators Association and the National Association for Music Education

Teach private lessons through OBU’s Preparatory Department

Professional Development

Field experiences culminate in a 14-week student-teaching internship in the senior year

Efforts are made to place you within 50 miles of OBU at your school of preference

Near-100% job placement rate for graduates

Updated Aug 5, 7:25 PM