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Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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In-Person or Virtual

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program Recognition

School of Music accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)

Training

Bachelor of Music in Composition focused on writing for concert hall plus multimedia platforms — TV, film, and video games — across multiple genres

Intensive study in music theory and composition technique paired with applied lessons on a primary instrument

Junior recital on the applied instrument; senior recital/capstone of original works from the composition curriculum

Performance & Productions

Ensemble opportunities and faculty-supported performances of student compositions in the School of Music's concert halls

Professional Development

Prepares composers for concert, screen, and media work and for graduate study

Facilities

Concert halls with professional acoustics on the Brownsville and Edinburg campuses

School info

Snapshot

Admit rate

94%

school-wide

Grad rate

51%

Enrollment

28.7K

Earnings

$50K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$9,993

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$22,143

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$25,441

Before aid

Average net price

$4,831

After aid

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Program info updated Sep 11, 9:58 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

School of Music accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)

Training

Bachelor of Music in Composition focused on writing for concert hall plus multimedia platforms — TV, film, and video games — across multiple genres

Intensive study in music theory and composition technique paired with applied lessons on a primary instrument

Junior recital on the applied instrument; senior recital/capstone of original works from the composition curriculum

Performance & Productions

Ensemble opportunities and faculty-supported performances of student compositions in the School of Music's concert halls

Professional Development

Prepares composers for concert, screen, and media work and for graduate study

Facilities

Concert halls with professional acoustics on the Brownsville and Edinburg campuses

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

School of Music accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)

Training

Bachelor of Music in Composition focused on writing for concert hall plus multimedia platforms — TV, film, and video games — across multiple genres

Intensive study in music theory and composition technique paired with applied lessons on a primary instrument

Junior recital on the applied instrument; senior recital/capstone of original works from the composition curriculum

Performance & Productions

Ensemble opportunities and faculty-supported performances of student compositions in the School of Music's concert halls

Professional Development

Prepares composers for concert, screen, and media work and for graduate study

Facilities

Concert halls with professional acoustics on the Brownsville and Edinburg campuses

Key Info

Enrollment Term

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Deadline

Priority (Summer)Apr 1, 2027

Regular DecisionRolling

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Prescreen Requirements

These requirements are from the Fall 2026 entry cycle. Fall 2027 requirements are typically posted between August and October and usually change only slightly — confirm on the official source before submitting.

Portfolio

Portfolio: submit three original compositions in any style; one may be an arrangement

Portfolio files: submit MuseScore, Dorico, Finale, XML, or PDF/audio files by email to music.composition@utrgv.edu

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

Submit the audition application via the School of Music Audition Request Form (Microsoft Forms)

University application via ApplyTexas

Eligibility

Program modality: Campus (Edinburg and Brownsville)

Admission Pathway

Admitted students take a music theory and aural-skills placement assessment for course placement only; it does not affect admission

What's The Process

Audition Process

Step 1: Apply to UTRGV through ApplyTexas

Step 2: Submit the School of Music Audition Request Form (Microsoft Forms)

Composers must pass both an instrument/voice performance audition and a composition portfolio review

Audition Expectations

Perform an audition on your principal instrument or voice type using that area's standard repertoire

An accompanist is provided for officially scheduled live audition dates

Contact

Composition: music.composition@utrgv.edu

School of Music: music@utrgv.edu

Scholarship Info

Music scholarships are awarded through the audition

Students residing in TMEA Region 15 or Region 28 must audition in person to be considered for a music scholarship

Students outside those regions may submit a video audition and still be considered for admission

School info

Snapshot

Admit rate

94%

school-wide

Grad rate

51%

Enrollment

28.7K

Earnings

$50K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$9,993

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$22,143

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$25,441

Before aid

Average net price

$4,831

After aid

Index · utrgv.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

School of Music accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)

Training

Bachelor of Music in Composition focused on writing for concert hall plus multimedia platforms — TV, film, and video games — across multiple genres

Intensive study in music theory and composition technique paired with applied lessons on a primary instrument

Junior recital on the applied instrument; senior recital/capstone of original works from the composition curriculum

Performance & Productions

Ensemble opportunities and faculty-supported performances of student compositions in the School of Music's concert halls

Professional Development

Prepares composers for concert, screen, and media work and for graduate study

Facilities

Concert halls with professional acoustics on the Brownsville and Edinburg campuses

Updated Sep 11, 9:58 PM