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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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Brass

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program Recognition

NASM-accredited School of Music, Florida's first (founded 1936)

6:1 student-faculty ratio

Training

All applied lessons and ensembles taught by professors, not graduate students

Required junior and senior solo recitals

Ensembles include Symphony Orchestra, Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and faculty-coached chamber groups

Performance & Productions

Performances at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall

Experiential learning partnerships with the Kennedy Center

International touring program

Brass players can study with named specialist Aaron Witek.

Brass Ensemble and Horn Ensemble supplement Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and orchestra experience.

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.66

Admit rate

72%

school-wide

Grad rate

62%

Enrollment

2.3K

Earnings

$52K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$62,060

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$84,242

Before aid

Average net price

$19,372

After aid

Tuition And Costs · stetson.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Sep 4, 12:30 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NASM-accredited School of Music, Florida's first (founded 1936)

6:1 student-faculty ratio

Training

All applied lessons and ensembles taught by professors, not graduate students

Required junior and senior solo recitals

Ensembles include Symphony Orchestra, Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and faculty-coached chamber groups

Performance & Productions

Performances at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall

Experiential learning partnerships with the Kennedy Center

International touring program

Brass players can study with named specialist Aaron Witek.

Brass Ensemble and Horn Ensemble supplement Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and orchestra experience.

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NASM-accredited School of Music, Florida's first (founded 1936)

6:1 student-faculty ratio

Training

All applied lessons and ensembles taught by professors, not graduate students

Required junior and senior solo recitals

Ensembles include Symphony Orchestra, Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and faculty-coached chamber groups

Performance & Productions

Performances at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall

Experiential learning partnerships with the Kennedy Center

International touring program

Brass players can study with named specialist Aaron Witek.

Brass Ensemble and Horn Ensemble supplement Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and orchestra experience.

Key Info

Enrollment Term

University AppApplication

Apply

Common App School Website

Deadline

Early Decision INov 1, 2026

Early ActionNov 15, 2026

Early Decision IIJan 5, 2027

Regular DecisionRolling

First Year Application Instructions · stetson.edu

Program AppApplication

Apply

Deadline

Early Decision I Audition VideoNov 1, 2026

Early Decision II Audition VideoJan 5, 2027

Auditions

On-Campus Audition

Jan 23 & 30, 2027Feb 13 & 20, 2027

OR — Recorded Video Audition

Virtual Audition (Rolling)Rolling

Music · stetson.edu

Audition Requirements

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Two prepared selections: one highlighting technical facility and one demonstrating lyrical playing

Studies or etudes at or above FBA All-State level

Sonata or concerto literature at grade level 5 or above, plus orchestral excerpts where appropriate

Choose repertoire representing contrasting periods and styles

Chromatic scale and all major scales per current FBA requirements; extended range encouraged

Repertoire/musicianship: sight-reading may be requested at the audition

Music · stetson.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply to Stetson University via Common App or school website

Select a music major on your application

After applying, contact Music Admissions to register for an audition at least seven days before your requested date

School of Music decision sent the week following your audition date

Talent scholarship amount included in your financial aid package

May 1 is National Decision Day to commit

Audition Format

Florida residents are required to audition in person on campus in DeLand, FL

Out-of-state students may audition in person or request a virtual audition

Virtual auditions: email Music Admissions, then submit recorded video links via the Hatter Portal Virtual Music Form (YouTube Unlisted preferred)

Early Decision I applicants submit video auditions via the Hatter Portal by November 1; Early Decision II applicants submit by January 5. Both schedule a faculty meeting in November

What's The Process

In-Person Audition

Perform two contrasting prepared selections (technical and lyrical)

Demonstrate scales and sight-reading

Includes an ear-training exercise and an interview

Skills assessment: basic music theory and aural training

Contact

Brass faculty: Aaron Witek, awitek@stetson.edu

Music Admissions: musicadmissions@stetson.edu

Scholarship Info

Talent Scholarships

Talent scholarship amounts based on audition performance

Financial aid packages sent after audition and application decisions are released

Early Decision applicants may re-audition in spring for a higher scholarship amount

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.66

Admit rate

72%

school-wide

Grad rate

62%

Enrollment

2.3K

Earnings

$52K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$62,060

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$84,242

Before aid

Average net price

$19,372

After aid

Tuition And Costs · stetson.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

NASM-accredited School of Music, Florida's first (founded 1936)

6:1 student-faculty ratio

Training

All applied lessons and ensembles taught by professors, not graduate students

Required junior and senior solo recitals

Ensembles include Symphony Orchestra, Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and faculty-coached chamber groups

Performance & Productions

Performances at Weill Recital Hall at Carnegie Hall

Experiential learning partnerships with the Kennedy Center

International touring program

Brass players can study with named specialist Aaron Witek.

Brass Ensemble and Horn Ensemble supplement Concert Band, Symphonic Band, and orchestra experience.

Updated Sep 4, 12:30 PM