Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
APPLIED VOICE PROGRAM
•Specialized vocal training within the flexibility of the BA/BS degree format
•Designed for aspiring performers seeking liberal arts breadth alongside vocal study
•Admission determined by audition for the Applied Voice faculty
SCHOOL OF MUSIC AND DANCE
•Premier educational institution of music and dance in the Pacific Northwest
•Largest full-time, in-residence music faculty between Los Angeles and Canada
•85+ faculty and staff members
CAREER PATHS
•Opera performer, recitalist, recording artist, choral conductor, vocal coach, private voice teacher, music teacher
FACILITIES & RESOURCES
•40 practice rooms and 113 pianos (51 Steinways and 8 concert grands)
•30+ ensembles for group performance opportunities
•Performing Arts Collective first-year housing community
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Apply atSchool Website
Deadlines
Early ActionNov 1, 2025
Regular DecisionJan 15, 2026
Program AppApplication
Apply atSchool Website
Deadlines
SOMD Application & Audition DeadlineJan 15, 2026
Recorded Audition Submission DeadlineJan 23, 2026
Auditions
Music and Dance AuditionsJan 31, 2026
Music AuditionsFeb 7, 2026
Music and Dance AuditionsFeb 21, 2026
Audition Requirements
Songs
TWO CLASSICAL SOLO SONGS
•One in English and one in a foreign language (Italian, French, or German preferred)
•Memorization required, except for selections from the oratorio repertoire
•Voice faculty provide a repertoire guide for students who need assistance finding appropriate selections
Additional Materials
LIVE AUDITION
•Bring sheet music in a notebook or binder for the accompanist — no loose pages
•Accompanist provided by the school
RECORDED AUDITION
•Use iPhone, smartphone, or similar device to create video
•Place microphone 4-8 feet from the singer for optimal audio quality
•Stay centered in frame, visible from waist up
•At the start of each video, state your name, the title and composer of the selection, and the program you are applying to
•Accompaniment (live or pre-recorded) preferred but not required — a cappella is acceptable
•When performing without accompaniment, it is acceptable to skip over sections during which the voice is silent
•Upload to YouTube, Vimeo, Google Drive, or similar — do not set videos as private
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Two-step: apply to UO (Common App or UO website) AND complete the separate SOMD online application
•Both applications due by January 15, 2026
•Recorded auditions due by January 23, 2026
ELIGIBILITY
•Fall enrollment only for incoming students
•Audition also qualifies applicants for SOMD performance scholarships
TRANSFER APPLICANTS
•Must complete both UO and SOMD applications by January 15 (not the general Feb 15 transfer deadline)
•Late applications risk non-admission and are generally not considered for scholarships
What's The Process
AUDITION FORMAT
•In-person auditions strongly encouraged — opportunity to see campus and connect with faculty
•Recorded auditions accepted if in-person is not possible
•Choose audition type (in-person or recorded) on SOMD application
•Auditions are 10-15 minutes in duration
ACCOMPANIMENT
•Accompanist provided for live voice auditions
TIMELINE
•Mid-March: SOMD issues admission decisions
•Approximately April 1: Scholarship offers mailed
•May 1: Enrollment deposit deadline and SOMD Admission Response form due
Scholarship Info
SOMD performance scholarships awarded based on audition — scholarship offers mailed approximately April 1
Program info updated 4h ago
APPLIED VOICE PROGRAM
•Specialized vocal training within the flexibility of the BA/BS degree format
•Designed for aspiring performers seeking liberal arts breadth alongside vocal study
•Admission determined by audition for the Applied Voice faculty
SCHOOL OF MUSIC AND DANCE
•Premier educational institution of music and dance in the Pacific Northwest
•Largest full-time, in-residence music faculty between Los Angeles and Canada
•85+ faculty and staff members
CAREER PATHS
•Opera performer, recitalist, recording artist, choral conductor, vocal coach, private voice teacher, music teacher
FACILITIES & RESOURCES
•40 practice rooms and 113 pianos (51 Steinways and 8 concert grands)
•30+ ensembles for group performance opportunities
•Performing Arts Collective first-year housing community
Updated 4h ago
Academic School Information
3.73
Avg GPA (W)
88%
Admit Rate
72%
Grad Rate
20,497
Enrollment
$61,324
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$16,137
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$44,598
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$22,182
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$15,909
Family Income $30k - $48k$15,760
Family Income $48k - $75k$18,364
Family Income $75k - $110k$24,704
Family Income $110k+$31,021
