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Truman State University

Kirksville, MO

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BA Theatre

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No PrescreenNo AuditionScholarship InterviewUniversity App Required

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BM Music

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BA Music

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BA Music

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BA Music

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Program Recognition

•NASM-accredited program

•Professional-level performance degree (most musically intense track at Truman)

Training & Performance

•65% of degree content devoted to music courses

•Applied voice instruction, ensemble performance, theory, and musicology

•Access to Performance Hall in Ophelia Parrish/Fine Arts Center

•Ensembles include Opera Theatre, Cantoria, and Voci Chamber Choir

Study Abroad

•Exchange programs with conservatories in Italy

Academic info

Snapshot

3.83

Avg GPA (W)

84%

Admit Rate

school-wide

68%

Grad Rate

2.5K

Enrollment

$56K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Average Annual Cost

$12,780

after typical aid

In-State Tuition

$9,838

before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$18,566

before aid

Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.

$0-30k$6,046

$30-48k$7,926

$48-75k$12,426

$75-110k$15,425

$110k+$17,220

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Program info updated May 31, 10:34 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•NASM-accredited program

•Professional-level performance degree (most musically intense track at Truman)

Training & Performance

•65% of degree content devoted to music courses

•Applied voice instruction, ensemble performance, theory, and musicology

•Access to Performance Hall in Ophelia Parrish/Fine Arts Center

•Ensembles include Opera Theatre, Cantoria, and Voci Chamber Choir

Study Abroad

•Exchange programs with conservatories in Italy

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•NASM-accredited program

•Professional-level performance degree (most musically intense track at Truman)

Training & Performance

•65% of degree content devoted to music courses

•Applied voice instruction, ensemble performance, theory, and musicology

•Access to Performance Hall in Ophelia Parrish/Fine Arts Center

•Ensembles include Opera Theatre, Cantoria, and Voci Chamber Choir

Study Abroad

•Exchange programs with conservatories in Italy

Key Info

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Common App School Website

Deadline

PriorityDec 1, 2025

Regular DecisionRolling

Program AppApplication

Audition

On-Campus Audition DayFeb 16, 2026

Audition Requirements

Songs

TWO CONTRASTING SONGS

•Sing two contrasting songs by memory

•English and a foreign language preferred

•Contrast in tempo and style is helpful

Musicianship

•Sight-read your part from a choir score (tenors in bass clef)

•Sing tonal memory patterns

•Sing vocalizes as instructed

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Enrollment

•Apply via Common App or Truman direct application

Audition Scheduling

•Schedule via Truman audition request form

•Weekday auditions available as part of a campus visit

What's The Process

Audition Process

•Two-step admission: apply to university, then audition for music program

•Steps can be completed in either order

•Audition also serves as scholarship consideration

Audition Format

•In-person on campus

•Virtual live performance

•Pre-recorded video submission

•Rolling deadline with priority given to earlier auditions

Scholarship Info

Trumusic Scholarship

•All music majors automatically receive $4,000 ($1,000/year for four years)

Additional Scholarships

•Audition automatically considers you for music scholarships based on demonstrated ability

•Vocal scholarships available for singers pursuing vocal music degrees

•Choral Music Service Scholarships available regardless of major

Academic info

Snapshot

3.83

Avg GPA (W)

84%

Admit Rate

school-wide

68%

Grad Rate

2.5K

Enrollment

$56K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Average Annual Cost

$12,780

after typical aid

In-State Tuition

$9,838

before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$18,566

before aid

Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.

$0-30k$6,046

$30-48k$7,926

$48-75k$12,426

$75-110k$15,425

$110k+$17,220

View full data on College Scorecard

Program Recognition

•NASM-accredited program

•Professional-level performance degree (most musically intense track at Truman)

Training & Performance

•65% of degree content devoted to music courses

•Applied voice instruction, ensemble performance, theory, and musicology

•Access to Performance Hall in Ophelia Parrish/Fine Arts Center

•Ensembles include Opera Theatre, Cantoria, and Voci Chamber Choir

Study Abroad

•Exchange programs with conservatories in Italy

Updated May 31, 10:34 PM

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