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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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BM Music Education

Elementary/General Music

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program Recognition

100 percent placement rate for all graduates who seek teaching positions

Professional Bachelor of Music degree preparing K-12 music teachers

Training

Coursework taught by experienced practitioners with an emphasis on personal attention

Regular immersion in K-12 schools throughout the program

Multiple ensemble opportunities from Marching Band to jazz ensembles

Professional Development

Graduates are prepared for Nevada licensure and full-time teaching positions at the elementary or secondary level

State-by-state teacher licensure agreements support relocation

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.44

Admit rate

74%

school-wide

Grad rate

61%

Enrollment

15.6K

Earnings

$61K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$11,079

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$31,268

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$31,290

Before aid

Average net price

$15,927

After aid

Resident · unr.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 2d ago

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

100 percent placement rate for all graduates who seek teaching positions

Professional Bachelor of Music degree preparing K-12 music teachers

Training

Coursework taught by experienced practitioners with an emphasis on personal attention

Regular immersion in K-12 schools throughout the program

Multiple ensemble opportunities from Marching Band to jazz ensembles

Professional Development

Graduates are prepared for Nevada licensure and full-time teaching positions at the elementary or secondary level

State-by-state teacher licensure agreements support relocation

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

100 percent placement rate for all graduates who seek teaching positions

Professional Bachelor of Music degree preparing K-12 music teachers

Training

Coursework taught by experienced practitioners with an emphasis on personal attention

Regular immersion in K-12 schools throughout the program

Multiple ensemble opportunities from Marching Band to jazz ensembles

Professional Development

Graduates are prepared for Nevada licensure and full-time teaching positions at the elementary or secondary level

State-by-state teacher licensure agreements support relocation

Key Info

Enrollment Term

University AppApplication

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Deadline

Early ActionNov 15, 2026

Scholarship and Financial Aid DeadlineFeb 15, 2027

Final Application DeadlineApr 7, 2027

Deadlines · unr.edu

Audition Requirements

Repertoire List

Repertoire: audition on your principal instrument or voice

Instrumental applicants prepare repertoire for strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, harp, or piano

Scales & Technique

Scales appropriate to your instrument — typically two or three major (and where applicable minor) scales, plus a chromatic scale covering your full range

Percussion: two-mallet marimba/xylophone solo or etude, a concert snare drum solo or etude, and a timpani solo or etude

Repertoire

Two contrasting selections (movements from a sonata or concerto, etudes, or ensemble excerpts) that demonstrate technical proficiency and melodic lyricism

Piano applicants present two pieces of contrasting styles that best show their level of technical and musical skill

Voice applicants follow the vocal requirements: three contrasting pieces, one in a language other than English

Accompaniment

A staff accompanist is provided for live auditions

Auditions · unr.edu

Good to Know

Application Steps

Step 1: Apply to the University of Nevada, Reno

Step 2: Audition for the School of Music (live or video)

Step 3: Apply for School of Music scholarships

Step 4: Take the music theory placement examination

Placement

Admitted students take a music theory placement examination — for course placement only, not admission

Licensure

Coursework prepares graduates for Nevada teacher licensure, with flexibility to obtain licensure in California and other states

Scholarships

Talent scholarships available — must be admitted and submit a scholarship application

What's The Process

Audition Process

Apply and be admitted to UNR as an undergraduate student before auditioning

Audition on your principal instrument or voice — live on campus or by recorded video

Both options receive equal consideration

Live audition: call (775) 784-6145 to reserve a time

Video audition: upload your recordings to the School of Music scholarship application

Teaching Disposition

The program includes regular immersion in K-12 schools as part of the curriculum

Scholarship Info

Talent Scholarships

Available to incoming undergraduate students

Must be admitted to UNR and submit a separate scholarship application

Audition is used for both program acceptance and scholarship consideration

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.44

Admit rate

74%

school-wide

Grad rate

61%

Enrollment

15.6K

Earnings

$61K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$11,079

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$31,268

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$31,290

Before aid

Average net price

$15,927

After aid

Resident · unr.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

100 percent placement rate for all graduates who seek teaching positions

Professional Bachelor of Music degree preparing K-12 music teachers

Training

Coursework taught by experienced practitioners with an emphasis on personal attention

Regular immersion in K-12 schools throughout the program

Multiple ensemble opportunities from Marching Band to jazz ensembles

Professional Development

Graduates are prepared for Nevada licensure and full-time teaching positions at the elementary or secondary level

State-by-state teacher licensure agreements support relocation

Updated 2d ago