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Oklahoma Baptist University

Shawnee, OK

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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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Pre-K-12

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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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Pre-K-12

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BME Music Education

Music Education

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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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In-Person Only

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Pre-K-12

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BA Theatre

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No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewUniversity App Required

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In-Person or Virtual

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BA Music Composition

Music Composition

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Prescreen RequiredNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

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BA Worship Studies

Worship Studies

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BM Music Performance

Vocal Performance Emphasis

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BM Music Performance

Piano Performance, Pedagogy Emphasis

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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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BME Music Education

Music Education

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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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In-Person Only

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Pre-K-12

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BSE Theatre Education

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No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewUniversity App Required

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Bachelor of Musical Arts

Musical Arts

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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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In-Person Only

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

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

Official source College Scorecard

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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

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Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

Audition Requirements

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

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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

•Audition for the music faculty on your principal 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

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

Official source 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 2h ago