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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program Recognition

Shorter University vocal studies program has a long-held tradition of excellence built on a 50-year legacy

Premier vocal program in the Southeast; NASM member since 1934

Students include numerous national MTNA winners and Regional NATS competition winners

28 State Metropolitan Opera Guild Auditions winners and 11 Southeastern Regional Met Opera winners

Training

Intensive program centered on private applied voice study

Coursework includes Diction, Song Literature, Opera Literature, Vocal Pedagogy, Music Theory, Ear Training, Musicology, Piano, and Conducting

Performance opportunities in Opera Theatre, Musical Theatre productions, and the acclaimed Shorter Chorale

25-minute junior recital and 50-minute senior recital required

Notable Alumni

Indra Thomas (class of 1993) — acclaimed soprano who performed at the Metropolitan Opera, New York Philharmonic, and Royal Albert Hall; hailed as "the next great Verdi soprano"

Jamie Barton — Grammy-nominated mezzo-soprano; winner of the BBC Cardiff Singer of the World (2013), Richard Tucker Award, and Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions

Professional Development

Conservatory-like experience within a liberal arts institution

Low student-to-faculty ratio with individual attention

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.25

Admit rate

96%

school-wide

Grad rate

38%

Enrollment

Earnings

$45K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$25,216

Before aid

Average net price

$16,646

After aid

Tuition And Fees · shorter.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Sep 11, 9:27 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Shorter University vocal studies program has a long-held tradition of excellence built on a 50-year legacy

Premier vocal program in the Southeast; NASM member since 1934

Students include numerous national MTNA winners and Regional NATS competition winners

28 State Metropolitan Opera Guild Auditions winners and 11 Southeastern Regional Met Opera winners

Training

Intensive program centered on private applied voice study

Coursework includes Diction, Song Literature, Opera Literature, Vocal Pedagogy, Music Theory, Ear Training, Musicology, Piano, and Conducting

Performance opportunities in Opera Theatre, Musical Theatre productions, and the acclaimed Shorter Chorale

25-minute junior recital and 50-minute senior recital required

Notable Alumni

Indra Thomas (class of 1993) — acclaimed soprano who performed at the Metropolitan Opera, New York Philharmonic, and Royal Albert Hall; hailed as "the next great Verdi soprano"

Jamie Barton — Grammy-nominated mezzo-soprano; winner of the BBC Cardiff Singer of the World (2013), Richard Tucker Award, and Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions

Professional Development

Conservatory-like experience within a liberal arts institution

Low student-to-faculty ratio with individual attention

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Shorter University vocal studies program has a long-held tradition of excellence built on a 50-year legacy

Premier vocal program in the Southeast; NASM member since 1934

Students include numerous national MTNA winners and Regional NATS competition winners

28 State Metropolitan Opera Guild Auditions winners and 11 Southeastern Regional Met Opera winners

Training

Intensive program centered on private applied voice study

Coursework includes Diction, Song Literature, Opera Literature, Vocal Pedagogy, Music Theory, Ear Training, Musicology, Piano, and Conducting

Performance opportunities in Opera Theatre, Musical Theatre productions, and the acclaimed Shorter Chorale

25-minute junior recital and 50-minute senior recital required

Notable Alumni

Indra Thomas (class of 1993) — acclaimed soprano who performed at the Metropolitan Opera, New York Philharmonic, and Royal Albert Hall; hailed as "the next great Verdi soprano"

Jamie Barton — Grammy-nominated mezzo-soprano; winner of the BBC Cardiff Singer of the World (2013), Richard Tucker Award, and Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions

Professional Development

Conservatory-like experience within a liberal arts institution

Low student-to-faculty ratio with individual attention

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

University AppApplication

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School Website

Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

Official page · apply.shorter.edu

Program AppApplication

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Microsoft Forms

Responsepage · forms.office.com

Audition Requirements

These requirements are from the Fall 2026 entry cycle. Fall 2027 requirements are typically posted between August and October and usually change only slightly — confirm on the official source before submitting.

Songs

Two Standard Art Songs

Sing two standard English, Italian, French, or German art songs from memory

English may substitute for any foreign language

Accompaniment

Vocal students must perform with piano accompaniment

Students may not accompany themselves

No track/CD accompaniment when Shorter provides an accompanist

Additional Materials

Repertoire List (Required)

List audition pieces in the music audition application, including composer or arranger

Music must be memorized for vocal auditions

Sheet Music (When Requesting Shorter's Pianist)

Email sheet music for each selection to audition@groups.shorter.edu

Transcript (Required)

Submit official transcripts to Shorter University before the audition/interview

Scores / GPA (When Required)

SAT/ACT scores must be on file before the audition/interview when required by Shorter

Responsepage · forms.office.com

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Submit the Shorter university application at apply.shorter.edu

Submit the Shorter Music Audition Application to request a music/vocal audition

Complete the university admission file before the audition/interview

Required items must be received no later than two weeks before the audition/interview

Rolling university admissions; no application fee listed by Shorter

What's The Process

Audition Process

Audition evaluates vocal technique, musicianship, and performance ability

Admission to the School of Fine and Performing Arts depends on a satisfactory audition/interview

Audition/interview times are scheduled first-come based on receipt of the completed audition application

All auditions/interviews are closed to the public

If receipt is not confirmed within 14 days, contact the School of Fine & Performing Arts office

Contact

School of Fine & Performing Arts office: 706-233-7488

Music Department: 706-233-7281

Email: audition@groups.shorter.edu

Scholarship Info

Music Scholarships

Scholarship auditions available through the School of Fine & Performing Arts

Contact the Music Department for audition scheduling

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.25

Admit rate

96%

school-wide

Grad rate

38%

Enrollment

Earnings

$45K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$25,216

Before aid

Average net price

$16,646

After aid

Tuition And Fees · shorter.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

Shorter University vocal studies program has a long-held tradition of excellence built on a 50-year legacy

Premier vocal program in the Southeast; NASM member since 1934

Students include numerous national MTNA winners and Regional NATS competition winners

28 State Metropolitan Opera Guild Auditions winners and 11 Southeastern Regional Met Opera winners

Training

Intensive program centered on private applied voice study

Coursework includes Diction, Song Literature, Opera Literature, Vocal Pedagogy, Music Theory, Ear Training, Musicology, Piano, and Conducting

Performance opportunities in Opera Theatre, Musical Theatre productions, and the acclaimed Shorter Chorale

25-minute junior recital and 50-minute senior recital required

Notable Alumni

Indra Thomas (class of 1993) — acclaimed soprano who performed at the Metropolitan Opera, New York Philharmonic, and Royal Albert Hall; hailed as "the next great Verdi soprano"

Jamie Barton — Grammy-nominated mezzo-soprano; winner of the BBC Cardiff Singer of the World (2013), Richard Tucker Award, and Metropolitan Opera National Council Auditions

Professional Development

Conservatory-like experience within a liberal arts institution

Low student-to-faculty ratio with individual attention

Updated Sep 11, 9:27 PM