Program
No PrescreenGateway AuditionNo InterviewIn-Person or VirtualUniversity App Required
Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Gateway Audition
No Interview
University App Required
VOCAL STUDIES
•Certificate of Achievement preparing students for audition and transfer into a BA in Music (Vocal Studies) at a four-year institution
•Builds upon the Basic Music Skills Certificate with advanced vocal training
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•Chamber Singers — highly select ensemble of music majors dedicated to excellent choral performance
•Community Chorale — diverse intergenerational ensemble
•Applied Music (MUS 50) offers 1-on-1 vocal lessons with professional faculty
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Auditions
In-Person Audition (FA 101, 3 PM)Aug 20, 2026
Online Video Audition DeadlineAug 27, 2026
No audition required to apply. Students audition for the program after enrolling at the university.
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VOCAL AUDITION
•Perform a selection demonstrating college-level vocal performance skills
•Must show proficiency in phrasing, intonation, tone, reading, and musical interpretation
•Repertoire should represent vocal music genres appropriate to your area of study
APPLICATION
•Apply to Saddleback College via CCCApply (free, online)
•Rolling admissions — no application deadline
•After enrolling, audition separately for Applied Music courses
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
•Certificate is part of stackable certificates built upon the Basic Music Skills Certificate
•Also fulfills a portion of the requirements for the Music AA and ADT
GATEWAY AUDITION
•Students must pass an audition after enrolling at Saddleback College to enter Applied Music (MUS 50) and select vocal courses (MUS 32, 33, 34, 35)
•This is not an admission audition — enroll at the college first, then audition for performance courses
AUDITION OPTIONS (FALL 2026)
•Online: Submit audition form with YouTube video link by August 27, 2026
•In-person: August 20, 2026 at 3 PM in FA 101
WHAT TO EXPECT
•Demonstrate college-level performance skills including phrasing, intonation, tone, reading, and musical interpretation of vocal music genres
•Contact: gkouritas@saddleback.edu
Program info updated 2h ago
VOCAL STUDIES
•Certificate of Achievement preparing students for audition and transfer into a BA in Music (Vocal Studies) at a four-year institution
•Builds upon the Basic Music Skills Certificate with advanced vocal training
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•Chamber Singers — highly select ensemble of music majors dedicated to excellent choral performance
•Community Chorale — diverse intergenerational ensemble
•Applied Music (MUS 50) offers 1-on-1 vocal lessons with professional faculty
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Academic School Information
46%
Grad Rate
17,684
Enrollment
$50,874
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$1,156
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$11,860
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$4,152
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$2,596
Family Income $30k - $48k$2,657
Family Income $48k - $75k$6,349
Family Income $75k - $110k$9,463
Family Income $110k+$10,603
