Texas A&M University
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Program
No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewIn-Person or VirtualUniversity App Required
Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM PHILOSOPHY
•Emphasizes intersections of music with dance, theatre, game design, and visual arts
•Stylistically open approach blending tradition with innovation
•Comprehensive musicianship training across performance, theory, technology, and history
TRAINING & OPPORTUNITIES
•Individual performance instruction each semester
•Ensemble performance participation every semester
•Music Entrepreneurship course for career preparation
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•128 credit hours, 4-year program
•18 hours of general electives to customize the degree
•Related minors: Music, Music Technology, AI in the Arts
Key Info
University AppApplication
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Deadline
Regular DecisionDec 1, 2025
Fee
$75Waiver
Program AppApplication
Deadlines
Virtual Audition Submission DeadlineMar 1, 2026
In-Person Audition DeadlineMar 31, 2026
Audition Requirements
Songs
ONE SOLO FROM MEMORY (required)
•Perform one solo of your choice from memory
•An optional second selection in any style may also be presented
•Reference the UIL PML for repertoire suggestions
SIGHT READING
•Sight reading required — may use solfege or method of choice
Good to Know
ELIGIBILITY
•Must be accepted to Texas A&M University
•Entry contingent on passing audition
HOW TO APPLY
•Apply to Texas A&M University
•Schedule your audition via the audition application form on the program page
TRANSFER REQUIREMENTS
•Minimum 12 transferable hours, maximum 75
•Minimum 2.5 GPR
What's The Process
AUDITION FORMAT
•Audition required for admission to BFA Music Performance
•In-person auditions scheduled individually with relevant faculty
•Virtual audition submissions accepted (due no later than March 1, 2026)
ASSESSMENT TIMELINE
•In-person: rolling assessment Sept 2, 2025 – March 31, 2026
•Digital: rolling assessment Sept 2, 2025 – May 31, 2026
CONTACT
•Voice faculty: Rebecca Hays, D.M.A. — rebecca.hays@tamu.edu
•Voice faculty: Jason Mallory, D.M.A. — jason.mallory@tamu.edu
Program info updated 17h ago
PROGRAM PHILOSOPHY
•Emphasizes intersections of music with dance, theatre, game design, and visual arts
•Stylistically open approach blending tradition with innovation
•Comprehensive musicianship training across performance, theory, technology, and history
TRAINING & OPPORTUNITIES
•Individual performance instruction each semester
•Ensemble performance participation every semester
•Music Entrepreneurship course for career preparation
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•128 credit hours, 4-year program
•18 hours of general electives to customize the degree
•Related minors: Music, Music Technology, AI in the Arts
Updated 17h ago
Academic School Information
3.66
Avg GPA (W)
57%
Admit Rate
84%
Grad Rate
59,615
Enrollment
$72,097
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$13,154
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$40,124
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$21,315
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.
Family Income $0 - $30k$12,784
Family Income $30k - $48k$13,317
Family Income $48k - $75k$17,435
Family Income $75k - $110k$26,520
Family Income $110k+$30,660
