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Ouachita Baptist University

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study Abroad

Program Recognition

NASM (National Association of Schools of Music) accredited

Liberal-arts Bachelor of Arts in Music within the Division of Music

5:1 student-to-faculty ratio with no graduate students

Training

Weekly one-on-one applied lessons on your principal instrument or voice

Full music theory and aural-skills sequence plus music history and world music

Voice, Keyboard, or Instrumental principal emphasis

Room in the degree for a second major or minor

Performance & Ensembles

Auditioned and non-auditioned ensembles, including Ouachita Singers, Concert Choir, and instrumental ensembles

Annual Festival of Christmas

Study Abroad

Study abroad opportunities in Rome, Italy or Salzburg, Austria

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.80

Admit rate

68%

school-wide

Grad rate

61%

Enrollment

1.6K

Earnings

$52K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$37,360

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$54,942

Before aid

Average net price

$22,409

After aid

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Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NASM (National Association of Schools of Music) accredited

Liberal-arts Bachelor of Arts in Music within the Division of Music

5:1 student-to-faculty ratio with no graduate students

Training

Weekly one-on-one applied lessons on your principal instrument or voice

Full music theory and aural-skills sequence plus music history and world music

Voice, Keyboard, or Instrumental principal emphasis

Room in the degree for a second major or minor

Performance & Ensembles

Auditioned and non-auditioned ensembles, including Ouachita Singers, Concert Choir, and instrumental ensembles

Annual Festival of Christmas

Study Abroad

Study abroad opportunities in Rome, Italy or Salzburg, Austria

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NASM (National Association of Schools of Music) accredited

Liberal-arts Bachelor of Arts in Music within the Division of Music

5:1 student-to-faculty ratio with no graduate students

Training

Weekly one-on-one applied lessons on your principal instrument or voice

Full music theory and aural-skills sequence plus music history and world music

Voice, Keyboard, or Instrumental principal emphasis

Room in the degree for a second major or minor

Performance & Ensembles

Auditioned and non-auditioned ensembles, including Ouachita Singers, Concert Choir, and instrumental ensembles

Annual Festival of Christmas

Study Abroad

Study abroad opportunities in Rome, Italy or Salzburg, Austria

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

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The university application must be submitted before the audition.

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Audition Requirements

Songs

Two Contrasting Pieces

Two contrasting pieces demonstrating vocal skill and technique

Demonstrate posture, breath, range, and tone appropriate to your area of interest

Memorization preferred

Classical, musical theatre, commercial music, praise & worship, hymns, or original songs may be used

Accompaniment

A pianist is provided for on-campus auditions — bring a copy of your sheet music

You may also bring your own pianist, use accompaniment tracks, or accompany yourself

Additional Materials

Repertoire

Voice principals: two contrasting prepared pieces demonstrating vocal skill and technique (memorization preferred)

Keyboard principals: two prepared selections in contrasting/different styles, preferably classical repertory (memorization preferred)

Instrumental principals: two prepared selections — All-Region or UIL etudes, or solo literature

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

Current official pages do not specify a program-specific application or audition deadline

Free university application

Complete the audition early in the academic year for highest scholarship consideration

Audition videos are submitted via the student application portal; portal access is included with the university application

Enrollment

Admitted students complete music theory, aural-skills, and piano placement at the start of the program — for course placement only, not admission

What's The Process

Audition Process

On-campus audition or online video submission via the student application portal

Students who submit video auditions may be asked to audition in person

Practice rooms available for rehearsal prior to the audition

Check in at the School of Performing Arts office (Mabee 107)

Audition Expectations

Prepared audition on your principal instrument or voice for admission to the Bachelor of Arts in Music

Voice principals follow the vocal guidelines; keyboard and instrumental principals follow the keyboard/instrumental guidelines

On-campus audition or online video submission; video applicants may be asked to audition in person

Keyboard and instrumental principals sight-read a composition selected by the faculty, suitable for your level

A pianist is provided for vocal and keyboard on-campus auditions; an accompanist is not provided for instrumental auditions

Contact

Dr. Ian Aipperspach, Music Auditions Coordinator

870-245-5134 | aipperspachi@obu.edu

Scholarship Info

Music Scholarship

The Music Scholarship audition is required for both admission to the degree and scholarship consideration

Awards are based on the audition and faculty recommendation

Complete the audition early in the academic year for the highest scholarship awards

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.80

Admit rate

68%

school-wide

Grad rate

61%

Enrollment

1.6K

Earnings

$52K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$37,360

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$54,942

Before aid

Average net price

$22,409

After aid

Index · obu.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

NASM (National Association of Schools of Music) accredited

Liberal-arts Bachelor of Arts in Music within the Division of Music

5:1 student-to-faculty ratio with no graduate students

Training

Weekly one-on-one applied lessons on your principal instrument or voice

Full music theory and aural-skills sequence plus music history and world music

Voice, Keyboard, or Instrumental principal emphasis

Room in the degree for a second major or minor

Performance & Ensembles

Auditioned and non-auditioned ensembles, including Ouachita Singers, Concert Choir, and instrumental ensembles

Annual Festival of Christmas

Study Abroad

Study abroad opportunities in Rome, Italy or Salzburg, Austria

Updated 8h ago