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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

Virtual Only

Program profile

Transfer In Friendly

Program Recognition

Bachelor of Arts in Music offering a balanced music curriculum within a broad liberal arts education

48 credits in the major — the most flexible music degree, leaving room for a second major or minor

Does not preclude further study or admission to graduate programs in music

Part of the Sarofim School of Fine Arts at Texas's oldest university (founded 1840)

Training

Full music theory and ear-training sequence and a three-course Music Literature sequence

Eight credits of applied study on the principal instrument plus secondary piano study

Six credits from departmental ensembles: Wind Ensemble, Singers, Chorale, Orchestra, Jazz Band, or Opera Theatre

11:1 student-to-faculty ratio with close faculty mentoring

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.53

Admit rate

43%

school-wide

Grad rate

73%

Enrollment

1.4K

Earnings

$57K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$60,198

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$80,900

Before aid

Average net price

$29,224

After aid

Tuition Fees · southwestern.edu College Scorecard

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Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Bachelor of Arts in Music offering a balanced music curriculum within a broad liberal arts education

48 credits in the major — the most flexible music degree, leaving room for a second major or minor

Does not preclude further study or admission to graduate programs in music

Part of the Sarofim School of Fine Arts at Texas's oldest university (founded 1840)

Training

Full music theory and ear-training sequence and a three-course Music Literature sequence

Eight credits of applied study on the principal instrument plus secondary piano study

Six credits from departmental ensembles: Wind Ensemble, Singers, Chorale, Orchestra, Jazz Band, or Opera Theatre

11:1 student-to-faculty ratio with close faculty mentoring

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Bachelor of Arts in Music offering a balanced music curriculum within a broad liberal arts education

48 credits in the major — the most flexible music degree, leaving room for a second major or minor

Does not preclude further study or admission to graduate programs in music

Part of the Sarofim School of Fine Arts at Texas's oldest university (founded 1840)

Training

Full music theory and ear-training sequence and a three-course Music Literature sequence

Eight credits of applied study on the principal instrument plus secondary piano study

Six credits from departmental ensembles: Wind Ensemble, Singers, Chorale, Orchestra, Jazz Band, or Opera Theatre

11:1 student-to-faculty ratio with close faculty mentoring

Key Info

Enrollment Term

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Deadline

Early DecisionNov 3, 2026

Early ActionDec 1, 2026

Regular DecisionFeb 2, 2027

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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.

Performance Video (Required for Non-Performance/Limited-Performance Applicants)

Explain your interests in music and how you envision music’s role in our culture

If comfortable, include a performance on any instrument in any style

Scholarship Auditions · southwestern.edu

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply to Southwestern University via Common App or ApplyTexas — no application fee

Submit Music Department audition/interview materials through the Southwestern Music Scholarship Application and emailed Digital Studio upload link

Published 2026 audition-material deadline: February 15, 2026; late submissions considered case-by-case

University deadlines for Fall 2027 entry: Early Decision — November 3, 2026; Early Action — December 1, 2026; Regular Decision — February 2, 2027

Contact: FineArtsAdmissions@southwestern.edu or 512-863-1504

Admission Pathway

Music majors complete a keyboard proficiency requirement after enrollment — for course placement and degree progress, not admission

Non-performance applicants may submit a video explaining their interest in music and, if comfortable, a brief performance

Transfer Pathway

• BA Music: Transfer students apply through ApplyTexas or Common App, and the published BA Music plan gives transfer students reduced recital-attendance requirements; students may also re-audition for Music after enrolling.

Bachelor Of Arts In Music · southwestern.edu

What's The Process

Audition Process

The Music Department requires an audition or interview for students pursuing the Music major

Non-performance or limited-performance applicants may submit a video explaining their interest in music and, if comfortable, a brief performance

Music faculty use the materials to determine the appropriate level of study and scholarship consideration

Scholarship Info

Sarofim Scholarship in Music

Competitive scholarship awarded by audition or interview — serves as both admission and scholarship audition for Bachelor of Music applicants

Available for vocal, instrumental, and general music study

Performance Awards also available for non-majors who participate in departmental ensembles and applied lessons

Scholarship Celebration Day

March 1, 2026 on campus — invitation sent after an initial scholarship recommendation

Attend workshops, lectures, and meet faculty for a chance at additional scholarship funds

Renewal & Additional Aid

Awards are renewable annually for up to eight semesters

Recipients may also be eligible for academic scholarships and need-based aid

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.53

Admit rate

43%

school-wide

Grad rate

73%

Enrollment

1.4K

Earnings

$57K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$60,198

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$80,900

Before aid

Average net price

$29,224

After aid

Tuition Fees · southwestern.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

Bachelor of Arts in Music offering a balanced music curriculum within a broad liberal arts education

48 credits in the major — the most flexible music degree, leaving room for a second major or minor

Does not preclude further study or admission to graduate programs in music

Part of the Sarofim School of Fine Arts at Texas's oldest university (founded 1840)

Training

Full music theory and ear-training sequence and a three-course Music Literature sequence

Eight credits of applied study on the principal instrument plus secondary piano study

Six credits from departmental ensembles: Wind Ensemble, Singers, Chorale, Orchestra, Jazz Band, or Opera Theatre

11:1 student-to-faculty ratio with close faculty mentoring

Updated 1d ago