University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma
Test-Optional
Program
No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewIn-Person or VirtualUniversity App Required
Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
ACCREDITATION
•Part of a music program continuously accredited by NASM since 1956
FACULTY & OUTCOMES
•Private lessons with outstanding faculty
•100% job placement for graduates with teacher certification
•Near 100% passing rate on the Oklahoma Subject Area Test (OSAT)
PERFORMANCE
•Excellent performance spaces and practice rooms
•Collaboration with students and faculty from other disciplines
Key Info
Program AppApplication
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Deadline
Scholarship Audition DeadlineApr 1, 2026
Audition
In-Person AuditionFeb 20–21, 2026
Audition Requirements
Songs
TWO VOCAL SELECTIONS
•ONE ART SONG, preferably in a language other than English
•ONE ADDITIONAL ART SONG OR MUSICAL THEATER SONG in any language
VOCALIZATION
•A vocalization exercise is also required
•A backing track will be provided based on your voice part
•Email the music department coordinator to receive your vocalization track
Additional Materials
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION FORM
•Complete and submit the music audition/scholarship application form (PDF on audition page)
Good to Know
APPLICATION
•Apply to the university via Common App or the USAO admissions portal
•Submit audition materials via email to the music department coordinator
•Schedule in-person auditions via the online form on the audition page
SCHOLARSHIP
•Audition must be completed by April 1 for scholarship consideration
•Complete the music scholarship application form
What's The Process
AUDITION FORMAT
•Audition may be completed in person or by submitting pre-recorded video
•In-person audition dates: February 20 and February 21
•Additional audition dates available by appointment
VIDEO SUBMISSION
•Record both audio and video of your performance
•Separate files for each audition element are acceptable
•Name files: LastName-Voice-PieceTitle (e.g., Smith-Soprano-LasciaAmor.mp3)
•Submit all files via email to the music department coordinator
ACCOMPANIMENT
•Accompaniment is recommended — use a live accompanist, backing track, or SmartMusic
•A cappella is acceptable as a last resort
•If recording without accompaniment, cut longer rests to two measures
Scholarship Info
MUSIC SCHOLARSHIPS
•Available to incoming students based on audition performance
•Audition must be completed by April 1 for scholarship consideration
•Complete the music scholarship application form
Program info updated 2h ago
ACCREDITATION
•Part of a music program continuously accredited by NASM since 1956
FACULTY & OUTCOMES
•Private lessons with outstanding faculty
•100% job placement for graduates with teacher certification
•Near 100% passing rate on the Oklahoma Subject Area Test (OSAT)
PERFORMANCE
•Excellent performance spaces and practice rooms
•Collaboration with students and faculty from other disciplines
Updated 2h ago
Academic School Information
3.43
Avg GPA (W)
66%
Admit Rate
41%
Grad Rate
941
Enrollment
$41,913
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$9,000
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$20,190
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$6,624
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$3,493
Family Income $30k - $48k$3,548
Family Income $48k - $75k$7,223
Family Income $75k - $110k$13,352
Family Income $110k+$14,413
