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Program

BA Music

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Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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BA Music

Concentration

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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BA Music

Voice

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Training

•Study with vocal faculty who perform regularly with the Seattle Symphony, Pacific Northwest Ballet, and Seattle Opera

Professional Development

•Join a community of 100+ music majors in a student-driven, project-focused curriculum

•Participate in ensembles including Concert Choir, Treble Choir, and Orchestra

•Weekly Music Practicum with studio workshops and student performances

•Collaborative Artistry and Conducting coursework

School Info

Snapshot

3.38

Avg GPA (W)

83%

Admit Rate

school-wide

62%

Grad Rate

1.8K

Enrollment

$65K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$46,569

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$68,626

Before aid

Average Net Price

$24,488

After aid

Official source College Scorecard

Program info updated May 22, 5:43 PM

Program Highlights

Training

•Study with vocal faculty who perform regularly with the Seattle Symphony, Pacific Northwest Ballet, and Seattle Opera

Professional Development

•Join a community of 100+ music majors in a student-driven, project-focused curriculum

•Participate in ensembles including Concert Choir, Treble Choir, and Orchestra

•Weekly Music Practicum with studio workshops and student performances

•Collaborative Artistry and Conducting coursework

Program Highlights

Training

•Study with vocal faculty who perform regularly with the Seattle Symphony, Pacific Northwest Ballet, and Seattle Opera

Professional Development

•Join a community of 100+ music majors in a student-driven, project-focused curriculum

•Participate in ensembles including Concert Choir, Treble Choir, and Orchestra

•Weekly Music Practicum with studio workshops and student performances

•Collaborative Artistry and Conducting coursework

Key Info

University AppApplication

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Common App School Website

Fee

$50Waiver

Deadline

Early ActionNov 1, 2025

Regular DecisionJan 15, 2026

Program AppApplication

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School Website

Auditions

On-Campus Scholarship AuditionFeb 16, 2026

Electronic Submission DeadlineFeb 20, 2026

Scholarship Audition Requirements

Optional audition for scholarship consideration - not required for program admission.

Songs

TWO SONGS OF DIVERSE GENRES

•Prepared for voice with piano accompaniment

•Recommended diversity of genres: art song, opera, theatre, musical theatre, or contemporary styles

•A pianist will be provided for in-person auditions

Additional Materials

Music background narrative or resume (required)

•Bring to in-person audition or include with electronic submission

Official Source

Good to Know

Program Requirements

•Link to a publicly accessible online performance (YouTube or Vimeo accepted)

•Performance must be from the last 12 months

•"Unlisted" or "private" settings acceptable if the link works for anyone who has it

•Piano proficiency exam required for all music majors

•Ensemble participation required each academic quarter

Important Notes

•In-person: Register for the on-campus audition on February 16, 2026

•Electronic: Submit via SPU's electronic audition form by February 20, 2026

What's The Process

Audition Process

•No audition required for entry to the music program

•Admission is through the university application only

•Auditions are for music scholarship consideration only

•Auditions are approximately 10 minutes long

•Practice rooms available 30 minutes before your audition

•Must provide a music background narrative or resume at audition

•Results dependent on admission to SPU

Scholarship Info

Music Scholarships

•Merit-based, non-need-based awards renewable up to four years

•Up to $1,500 per year

•Stackable with any other merit scholarship from SPU

•Music major not required to receive a scholarship

•All prospective and current students may audition

•Must be admitted to SPU to receive a scholarship award

•Decisions generally made by mid-March

School Info

Snapshot

3.38

Avg GPA (W)

83%

Admit Rate

school-wide

62%

Grad Rate

1.8K

Enrollment

$65K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$46,569

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$68,626

Before aid

Average Net Price

$24,488

After aid

Official source College Scorecard

Training

•Study with vocal faculty who perform regularly with the Seattle Symphony, Pacific Northwest Ballet, and Seattle Opera

Professional Development

•Join a community of 100+ music majors in a student-driven, project-focused curriculum

•Participate in ensembles including Concert Choir, Treble Choir, and Orchestra

•Weekly Music Practicum with studio workshops and student performances

•Collaborative Artistry and Conducting coursework

Updated May 22, 5:43 PM

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