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Program Characteristics

No Prescreen
Audition Required
No Interview
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required

Program Highlights

ACCREDITATION

NASM-accredited (National Association of Schools of Music)

TRAINING

20 hours of voice studio lessons throughout the degree
Opera Theatre participation (6 credit hours)
Diction for Singers coursework (Italian, German, French, English)
Vocal Pedagogy and Vocal Literature courses

PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES

Multiple ensembles available
Junior and senior recital requirements
Choral conducting training

DEGREE STRUCTURE

124 credit hours total
Comprehensive music theory, ear training, and music history sequence
No minor required — curriculum is fully immersive

Key Info

University App

Apply atCommon App
Deadlines
Early DecisionNov 1, 2025
Early ActionNov 1, 2025
Early Action IIFeb 1, 2026
Rolling
Fee
$50

Program App

Deadline
Scholarship Audition DeadlineMar 10, 2026
Auditions
On-Campus Audition (Tulsa, OK)Jan 31, 2026
On-Campus Audition (Tulsa, OK)Feb 7, 2026
On-Campus Audition (Tulsa, OK)Feb 14, 2026

Audition Requirements

Songs

THREE MEMORIZED CLASSICAL-TYPE ART SONGS OR ARIAS

Three selections from the classical art song or aria repertoire
At least one selection in a language other than English preferred
All selections must be performed from memory
Wildcard / Special Skill
N/A
Additional Materials

ACCOMPANIMENT

Bring your own accompanist or coordinate with the School of Music

Good to Know

AUDITION SCHEDULING

Begin your university application first — you will be prompted to schedule an audition
Music audition signup available through the UTulsa application system

SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE

Audition by March 10, 2026 for scholarship consideration
Must be admitted prior to August 1 for fall scholarship consideration

APPLICATION

Apply via Common App or UTulsa direct application
No separate Acceptd or SlideRoom submission required

What's The Process

AUDITION FORMAT

Live audition on campus or via video submission
Audition also serves as consideration for music scholarships

VIDEO AUDITION

If unable to attend an on-campus date, submit a video audition
Instructions provided through the UTulsa application system

CONTACT

Kim Childs, Vocal Music: kim-childs@utulsa.edu
For general audition questions: David Carter, david-carter@utulsa.edu

Scholarship Info

MUSIC SCHOLARSHIPS

Audition serves as scholarship consideration
Scholarship audition deadline: March 10, 2026
Must be admitted prior to August 1 for fall scholarship consideration
Non-music majors may also audition for ensemble scholarships
Program info updated 2 days ago

Academic School Information

58%
Admit Rate
73%
Grad Rate
2,447
Enrollment
$61,408
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$48,602
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$23,678
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$17,809
Family Income $30k - $48k$16,984
Family Income $48k - $75k$23,340
Family Income $75k - $110k$28,462
Family Income $110k+$30,755