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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
Interview Required
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING PHILOSOPHY
•Modern music focus covering popular music, worship, and performance
•Training in vocal health, classical vocal models alongside jazz and rock vocal approaches
•Emphasis on expressing through singing across various genres and styles
HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE
•Placed into a band starting in your first semester
•Experience with recording, live performance, and band dynamics from year one
•Curriculum covers arranging, rehearsal, and performing within the music industry and ministry
COMMUNITY
•Small class sizes with direct studio availability
•Supportive Christian community focused on spiritual and academic development
•Located in Memphis, TN — a city rich in music history
Key Info
Audition Requirements
Songs
TWO SONGS IN ONE VIDEO, 10 min max total
•ONE SONG OF YOUR CHOICE that best showcases your voice
-Must be fully memorized and performed to the best of your ability
-May be accompanied by guitar, keyboard, band, or backing tracks
•ONE A CAPPELLA SONG (completely unaccompanied)
-May be a simple song such as a hymn, ballad, or anything featuring your voice alone
VOCAL EXERCISES
•Sing along with the exercises in the provided YouTube tutorial video
-Video link provided upon application
Wildcard / Special Skill
N/A
Submission Specifications
VIDEO FORMAT
•Single video, 10-minute maximum
•Stand up to sing with camera at waist-up framing
•Camera close enough to see your face clearly
•Straight camera angle (not upward)
SOUND QUALITY
•Review video to ensure input sound does not cap or peak
•Accompanied music must not overpower your voice
Good to Know
APPLICATION PORTAL
•Apply through the Visible Music College application portal (Populi)
•No application fee
ENROLLMENT
•Rolling admissions with June 30 final deadline
•Fall and spring enrollment available
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
•Official high school transcript with minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
•Two references required: one pastoral and one personal (cannot be related to student)
•Students under 24 must pass the Wonderlic test or submit ACT 18+ or SAT 960+ (taken within 5 years)
•Must read and sign the Visible Code of Conduct and Statement of Faith
•Must give credible witness of a personal salvation experience
What's The Process
AUDITION FORMAT
•Submit a single video audition (10-minute maximum) with three components:
-Vocal exercises from the provided tutorial video
-One accompanied song of your choice
-One a cappella song of your choice
•Video auditions are submitted as part of the application process
STUDENT LIFE INTERVIEW
•All applicants must complete a Student Life Interview as part of admissions
CONTACT
•Phone: 901-381-3939
•Email: seeyourself@visible.edu
Program info updated 3 days ago
Academic School Information
29%
Admit Rate
37%
Grad Rate
164
Enrollment
$35,933
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$22,000
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$26,181
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.
Annual Cost by Family Income
Family Income $0 - $30k$22,457
Family Income $30k - $48k$23,799
Family Income $48k - $75k$24,847
Family Income $75k - $110k$30,636
Family Income $110k+$29,591
