Point Loma Nazarene University
Faith-BasedTest-OptionalGreek Life
Program
No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewIn-Person or VirtualUniversity App Required
Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Scholarship Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
CAREER OUTCOMES
•Vocalists are positioned for careers as church soloists, choir section leaders, opera and musical theatre singers
TRAINING
•Private voice instruction in both classical and commercial/pop techniques
•49 units total (plus 2 units of GE) with applied music in major performance area
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•Cider Celebration solos, choral internships, professional Christmas caroling
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Apply atSchool Website
Deadlines
Early ActionNov 15, 2025
PriorityFeb 15, 2026
Fee
$55Waiver
Program AppApplication
Auditions
Recorded Audition DeadlineFeb 2, 2026
In-Person Scholarship Audition (Campus)Feb 7, 2026
In-Person Scholarship Audition (Campus)Feb 14, 2026
Audition Requirements
Optional audition for scholarship consideration — not required for program admission.
Songs
VOICE SCHOLARSHIP AUDITION
•Prepare vocal selections as specified in the Voice Audition Requirements document
•Detailed repertoire requirements available via the Music Department scholarship page
•Contact mburrows@pointloma.edu or call 619-849-2445 for current audition instructions
Good to Know
ADMISSION
•No audition required for program admission — scholarship auditions are separate
SCHOLARSHIP AUDITION
•Submit Music Scholarship Audition Application via Google Form to be considered for awards
What's The Process
SCHOLARSHIP AUDITION OPTIONS
•In-person auditions held on campus in San Diego
•Recorded auditions accepted until February 2, 2026
RECORDED AUDITION
•Attach recording to the Music Scholarship Audition Application form (Section 2)
•Alternatively, email recording to mburrows@pointloma.edu
TRANSFER STUDENTS
•Contact the Music Department at 619-849-2445 for live audition scheduling
Scholarship Info
MUSIC DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIPS
•Scholarship auditions held in voice, piano, wind, string, and percussion
•Awards renewable annually for four years
•Open to music majors and students pursuing other majors
ENDOWED VOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS
•Ethridge Vocal Scholarship: junior/senior voice majors, regardless of need
•Hussong Memorial Scholarship: vocal performance or trombone, 3.0 GPA, financial need
•Additional endowed music scholarships available via spring audition
Program info updated Mar 24, 12:24 AM
CAREER OUTCOMES
•Vocalists are positioned for careers as church soloists, choir section leaders, opera and musical theatre singers
TRAINING
•Private voice instruction in both classical and commercial/pop techniques
•49 units total (plus 2 units of GE) with applied music in major performance area
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•Cider Celebration solos, choral internships, professional Christmas caroling
Updated Mar 24, 12:24 AM
Academic School Information
3.70
Avg GPA (W)
84%
Admit Rate
76%
Grad Rate
3,188
Enrollment
$63,998
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$46,250
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$38,729
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$30,999
Family Income $30k - $48k$32,117
Family Income $48k - $75k$32,888
Family Income $75k - $110k$33,003
Family Income $110k+$41,680
