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Taylor University

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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredScholarship InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredScholarship InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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Theatre

Music performance

Composition & music studies

Music education

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredScholarship InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Training

Develop an individual composition style across instruments, textures, and music technology

Coursework in tonal theory, part-writing, arranging choral and instrumental works, and conducting

Realize your music through the electronic music studio and technology lab

Christ-centered curriculum integrating faith and artistry

Performance & Productions

Required ensemble participation provides performance and conducting experience

Culminating senior recital performing your own original compositions

Facilities

Smith-Hermanson Music Center with an electronic music studio and music technology lab

218-seat Butz-Carruth Recital Hall designed for performance recording

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.81

Admit rate

74%

school-wide

Grad rate

74%

Enrollment

Earnings

$52K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$41,674

Before aid

Average net price

$24,865

After aid

Tuition Funding · taylor.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Sep 13, 11:12 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Develop an individual composition style across instruments, textures, and music technology

Coursework in tonal theory, part-writing, arranging choral and instrumental works, and conducting

Realize your music through the electronic music studio and technology lab

Christ-centered curriculum integrating faith and artistry

Performance & Productions

Required ensemble participation provides performance and conducting experience

Culminating senior recital performing your own original compositions

Facilities

Smith-Hermanson Music Center with an electronic music studio and music technology lab

218-seat Butz-Carruth Recital Hall designed for performance recording

Program Highlights

Training

Develop an individual composition style across instruments, textures, and music technology

Coursework in tonal theory, part-writing, arranging choral and instrumental works, and conducting

Realize your music through the electronic music studio and technology lab

Christ-centered curriculum integrating faith and artistry

Performance & Productions

Required ensemble participation provides performance and conducting experience

Culminating senior recital performing your own original compositions

Facilities

Smith-Hermanson Music Center with an electronic music studio and music technology lab

218-seat Butz-Carruth Recital Hall designed for performance recording

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Auditions

Fall 2027 Music Audition Visit Day

Nov 22–23, 2026Feb 14–15, 2027

OR — Recorded Video Audition

Video audition submission deadlineMar 15, 2027

Music Audition Guidelines.Pdf · taylor.edu Music Scholarship · admissions.taylor.edu

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply to Taylor University via Common App or the school application

Complete the online Music, Theatre & Dance Audition and Scholarship Application

Schedule an audition during MTD Audition Visit Days or a personalized visit before March 15

Admitted students take a music theory and aural-skills placement assessment for course placement only, not admission

What's The Process

Audition Process

All prospective music majors audition for department admission and scholarship consideration

Schedule an in-person audition during a published Music, Theatre, and Dance visit day or arrange a personalized visit

A recorded audition may be submitted by email or YouTube

Complete the audition by the department’s published scholarship deadline

Contact

Andrea Baker: andrea_baker@taylor.edu, 765-998-5232

Scholarship Info

Music, Theatre & Dance Scholarship

Presented to outstanding high school seniors and transfer students committed to a career in music

Both merit and need-based awards designed to enhance the university financial aid package

Award amounts vary depending on musical ability and departmental needs

Renewable each year; students must reapply to the department for renewal

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.81

Admit rate

74%

school-wide

Grad rate

74%

Enrollment

Earnings

$52K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$41,674

Before aid

Average net price

$24,865

After aid

Tuition Funding · taylor.edu College Scorecard

Training

Develop an individual composition style across instruments, textures, and music technology

Coursework in tonal theory, part-writing, arranging choral and instrumental works, and conducting

Realize your music through the electronic music studio and technology lab

Christ-centered curriculum integrating faith and artistry

Performance & Productions

Required ensemble participation provides performance and conducting experience

Culminating senior recital performing your own original compositions

Facilities

Smith-Hermanson Music Center with an electronic music studio and music technology lab

218-seat Butz-Carruth Recital Hall designed for performance recording

Updated Sep 13, 11:12 PM