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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Transfer In FriendlyK-12

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Transfer In FriendlyK-12

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BM Music Education

Music Education

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Transfer In FriendlyK-12

Program Recognition

•NASM-accredited (National Association of Schools of Music)

•All-Steinway School

Training

•BM with Music Education emphasis preparing students for K–12 vocal/instrumental music teacher certification

•Combines applied performance, conducting, and music-education pedagogy with field experience

Performance & Productions

•Ensemble experience across the Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, University Singers, and jazz groups at the Touhill Performing Arts Center

•University Singers has performed at Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center

Facilities

•Newly renovated Creative Arts Building (opened October 2025, $10M project) with Smart classrooms and expanded rehearsal rooms

Location

•St. Louis placement network for student teaching and classroom field experience

School Info

Snapshot

3.29

Avg GPA (W)

63%

Admit Rate

school-wide

57%

Grad Rate

Enrollment

$53K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$14,112

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$35,112

Before aid

Average Net Price

$15,071

After aid

College Scorecard

Program info updated Jul 26, 8:30 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•NASM-accredited (National Association of Schools of Music)

•All-Steinway School

Training

•BM with Music Education emphasis preparing students for K–12 vocal/instrumental music teacher certification

•Combines applied performance, conducting, and music-education pedagogy with field experience

Performance & Productions

•Ensemble experience across the Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, University Singers, and jazz groups at the Touhill Performing Arts Center

•University Singers has performed at Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center

Facilities

•Newly renovated Creative Arts Building (opened October 2025, $10M project) with Smart classrooms and expanded rehearsal rooms

Location

•St. Louis placement network for student teaching and classroom field experience

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•NASM-accredited (National Association of Schools of Music)

•All-Steinway School

Training

•BM with Music Education emphasis preparing students for K–12 vocal/instrumental music teacher certification

•Combines applied performance, conducting, and music-education pedagogy with field experience

Performance & Productions

•Ensemble experience across the Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, University Singers, and jazz groups at the Touhill Performing Arts Center

•University Singers has performed at Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center

Facilities

•Newly renovated Creative Arts Building (opened October 2025, $10M project) with Smart classrooms and expanded rehearsal rooms

Location

•St. Louis placement network for student teaching and classroom field experience

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Deadline

Music Scholarship Priority: University ApplicationDec 1, 2026

Regular DecisionRolling

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The university application must be submitted before the audition.

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Auditions

Audition Day

Nov 21, 2026Feb 5 & 26, 2027Apr 17, 2027

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

•Schedule your principal-instrument audition via the UMSL Music audition registration page

Enrollment

•Requires a separate, free university application via Common App or the UMSL website

Program Notes

•Leads to State of Missouri K-12 teacher licensure (MOGEA, MOCA, and MEES candidate-level exams)

•Upon acceptance, students enroll in a large ensemble compatible with the certification track they pursue — University Singers for vocal/choral certification, or Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, or Orchestra for instrumental certification

Placement

•Admitted students take a music theory and aural-skills placement exam at orientation — for course placement only, not admission

Transfer Pathway

Transfer students pursuing BM Music Education can use UMSL's published music articulation pathway, which maps community-college music coursework into a selected UMSL music track. UMSL advisors evaluate how prior coursework applies to this specific degree plan.

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What's The Process

Audition Expectations

•A successful audition on your principal instrument or voice is required for admission to all UMSL music degree programs

•In-person audition on a scheduled audition day; contact Prof. Corinne Stillwell (cstillwell@umsl.edu) to arrange an alternative time if needed

•Requirements vary by instrument — voice applicants prepare two contrasting songs plus aural and sight-singing checks; instrumentalists prepare two contrasting selections plus scales, arpeggios, and sight-reading

Decisions

•The audition determines admission to the program and is also used for scholarship consideration

Scholarship Info

Music Scholarships

•Named scholarships available through the UMSL AcademicWorks portal

•St. Louis Symphony "IN UNISON" Scholarships available (paper application, contact department for details)

Scholarship Priority

•Submit university application by December 1

•Submit a recommendation from a current or recent music instructor before audition date

•Complete audition by March 1

School Info

Snapshot

3.29

Avg GPA (W)

63%

Admit Rate

school-wide

57%

Grad Rate

Enrollment

$53K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$14,112

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$35,112

Before aid

Average Net Price

$15,071

After aid

College Scorecard

Program Recognition

•NASM-accredited (National Association of Schools of Music)

•All-Steinway School

Training

•BM with Music Education emphasis preparing students for K–12 vocal/instrumental music teacher certification

•Combines applied performance, conducting, and music-education pedagogy with field experience

Performance & Productions

•Ensemble experience across the Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, University Singers, and jazz groups at the Touhill Performing Arts Center

•University Singers has performed at Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center

Facilities

•Newly renovated Creative Arts Building (opened October 2025, $10M project) with Smart classrooms and expanded rehearsal rooms

Location

•St. Louis placement network for student teaching and classroom field experience

Updated Jul 26, 8:30 PM