Susquehanna University
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
No Interview
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING & PERFORMANCE
•Weekly private voice lessons each semester with dedicated faculty
•Opera Studio performs full productions with orchestra
•Past productions include The Marriage of Figaro, Carmen, Die Fledermaus, and La Boheme
•Four choral ensembles available: University Choir, University Chorale, Chamber Singers, and Chapel Choir
•100% of music students receive lessons in their primary instrument or voice each semester
FACILITIES
•Cunningham Center for Music and Art
•320-seat Stretansky Concert Hall for Opera Studio performances
•450-seat Degenstein Center Theater
STUDENT LIFE
•13:1 student-to-faculty ratio
•97% of Susquehanna students study abroad
•100% of students receive financial aid through academic merit scholarships and need-based grants
Key Info
University AppApplication
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Deadlines
Early ActionNov 1, 2025
Early DecisionNov 15, 2025
Early Action IIDec 1, 2025
Regular DecisionFeb 1, 2026
Program AppApplication
Auditions
On-Campus AuditionDec 6, 2025
On-Campus AuditionJan 24, 2026
On-Campus AuditionFeb 7, 2026
On-Campus AuditionFeb 16, 2026
Audition Requirements
Songs
TWO CONTRASTING SELECTIONS
•One piece of your choosing in any style
•"Caro mio ben" from the 24 Italian Songs and Arias collection in a comfortable key
•Must sing to accompaniment (accompanist provided for in-person auditions)
Wildcard / Special Skill
N/A
Additional Materials
MUSICIANSHIP EVALUATION
•Evaluation of basic musicianship skills included in audition
Good to Know
REGISTRATION
•Register for audition via River Hawk Portal after university admission
•Portal username and password provided at time of admission
VOCAL CONCENTRATION CURRICULUM
•Includes diction courses (Italian, German, French, English)
•Piano class requirement (4 semesters)
•Large ensemble participation (8 semesters)
•Half recital and full recital (capstone) required
What's The Process
ADMISSION PROCESS
•Step 1: Apply and be admitted to Susquehanna University
•Step 2: Register for an audition via the River Hawk Portal
•Step 3: Audition on campus (preferred) or submit a video audition
AUDITION FORMAT
•Vocal performance of two contrasting selections
•Evaluation of basic musicianship skills
•In-person auditions are preferred and afford the best scholarship consideration
•Video auditions available for students unable to travel to campus, followed by a virtual interview
TIMELINE
•Audition before April 1 for best scholarship consideration
•Audition spots filled on a first-come, first-served basis
Scholarship Info
MUSIC SCHOLARSHIPS
•In-person auditions afford the best scholarship consideration
•Audition before April 1 for best consideration
•Non-major Performance Grants also available for talented non-majors
•100% of students receive financial aid through academic merit scholarships and need-based grants
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Academic School Information
3.70
Avg GPA (W)
79%
Admit Rate
75%
Grad Rate
2,120
Enrollment
$61,723
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$57,400
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$26,539
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.
Annual Cost by Family Income
Family Income $0 - $30k$20,251
Family Income $30k - $48k$17,536
Family Income $48k - $75k$24,048
Family Income $75k - $110k$25,432
Family Income $110k+$30,833
