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BFA Music

Black American Music

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewScholarship PortfolioUniversity App Required

Program profile

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Training

Specialized BFA pathway grounded in Black American musical traditions and the cultural setting of New Orleans

Core study in musicianship, music theory, history, and applied performance supports individual artistic development

Private or class lessons and ensemble participation build practical fluency

Professional Development

Faculty-guided electives shape a personalized course of study

Performance study culminates in an advanced recital, composition project, or approved senior project

Optional application portfolio asks for three or more contrasting performance videos, including at least one standard

Location

New Orleans provides a living context for the study and practice of Black American music

School Info

Snapshot

3.70

Avg GPA (W)

14%

Admit Rate

school-wide

86%

Grad Rate

7.8K

Enrollment

$63K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$75,136

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$96,254

Before aid

Average Net Price

$39,949

After aid

Cost · admission.tulane.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 7, 1:47 AM

Program Highlights

Training

Specialized BFA pathway grounded in Black American musical traditions and the cultural setting of New Orleans

Core study in musicianship, music theory, history, and applied performance supports individual artistic development

Private or class lessons and ensemble participation build practical fluency

Professional Development

Faculty-guided electives shape a personalized course of study

Performance study culminates in an advanced recital, composition project, or approved senior project

Optional application portfolio asks for three or more contrasting performance videos, including at least one standard

Location

New Orleans provides a living context for the study and practice of Black American music

Program Highlights

Training

Specialized BFA pathway grounded in Black American musical traditions and the cultural setting of New Orleans

Core study in musicianship, music theory, history, and applied performance supports individual artistic development

Private or class lessons and ensemble participation build practical fluency

Professional Development

Faculty-guided electives shape a personalized course of study

Performance study culminates in an advanced recital, composition project, or approved senior project

Optional application portfolio asks for three or more contrasting performance videos, including at least one standard

Location

New Orleans provides a living context for the study and practice of Black American music

Key Info

Enrollment Term

University AppApplication

Apply

Common App School Website

Opens

Aug 1, 2026

Deadline

Early DecisionNov 1, 2026

Early ActionNov 10, 2026

Early Decision IIRegular DecisionJan 15, 2027

Deadlines Forms · admission.tulane.edu

Program AppApplication

Deadline

Music Portfolio Deadline (Scholarship Consideration)Dec 5, 2026

Portfolios Auditions · admission.tulane.edu

Scholarship Portfolio Requirements

Optional portfolio for scholarship consideration only; it is not required for program admission.

Black American Music Portfolio

Performance portfolio — Submit recorded performances of three or more contrasting pieces, including at least one standard.

Apply Newcomb Music · liberalarts.tulane.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Portfolio

Optional for university admission; required for arts-based merit scholarship consideration

Submit through the Optional Portfolio section of the Green Wave Portal after the Common Application

Provide performance videos of three or more contrasting pieces, including at least one standard

Transfer Pathway

Transfer applicants enter through Tulane transfer admission. BFA pathway placement and applied-study sequencing should be planned with Newcomb Department of Music advising.

Credit · admission.tulane.edu

Scholarship Info

Musicianship Scholarship

$10,000 per year merit-based award

Apply through an early round and designate Music as a first or second major

Submit the pathway portfolio before December 5

Winners are notified in March

School Info

Snapshot

3.70

Avg GPA (W)

14%

Admit Rate

school-wide

86%

Grad Rate

7.8K

Enrollment

$63K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$75,136

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$96,254

Before aid

Average Net Price

$39,949

After aid

Cost · admission.tulane.edu College Scorecard

Training

Specialized BFA pathway grounded in Black American musical traditions and the cultural setting of New Orleans

Core study in musicianship, music theory, history, and applied performance supports individual artistic development

Private or class lessons and ensemble participation build practical fluency

Professional Development

Faculty-guided electives shape a personalized course of study

Performance study culminates in an advanced recital, composition project, or approved senior project

Optional application portfolio asks for three or more contrasting performance videos, including at least one standard

Location

New Orleans provides a living context for the study and practice of Black American music

Updated Aug 7, 1:47 AM