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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study Abroad

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Music performance

Music education

Composition & music studies

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Brass

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study Abroad

Program Recognition

NASM accredited (National Association of Schools of Music)

Undergraduate-only program (no grad students competing for opportunities)

Training

Study with professional performing artists

Junior and senior recitals required

Master classes, clinics, and seminars

7:1 student-to-faculty ratio

Brass players can develop large-ensemble work in Wind Ensemble, University Band, Orchestra, Jazz Orchestra, and marching band.

The Wind Ensemble’s published record includes CBDNA and Kansas Music Educators Association appearances.

Professional Development

Sunflower Music Festival participation

Study abroad performance opportunities

Student organizations and dedicated practice spaces

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.33

Grad rate

53%

Enrollment

4.6K

Earnings

$50K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$10,256

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$20,952

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$25,326

Before aid

Average net price

$15,280

After aid

Cost Of Attendance · washburn.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 5d ago

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NASM accredited (National Association of Schools of Music)

Undergraduate-only program (no grad students competing for opportunities)

Training

Study with professional performing artists

Junior and senior recitals required

Master classes, clinics, and seminars

7:1 student-to-faculty ratio

Brass players can develop large-ensemble work in Wind Ensemble, University Band, Orchestra, Jazz Orchestra, and marching band.

The Wind Ensemble’s published record includes CBDNA and Kansas Music Educators Association appearances.

Professional Development

Sunflower Music Festival participation

Study abroad performance opportunities

Student organizations and dedicated practice spaces

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NASM accredited (National Association of Schools of Music)

Undergraduate-only program (no grad students competing for opportunities)

Training

Study with professional performing artists

Junior and senior recitals required

Master classes, clinics, and seminars

7:1 student-to-faculty ratio

Brass players can develop large-ensemble work in Wind Ensemble, University Band, Orchestra, Jazz Orchestra, and marching band.

The Wind Ensemble’s published record includes CBDNA and Kansas Music Educators Association appearances.

Professional Development

Sunflower Music Festival participation

Study abroad performance opportunities

Student organizations and dedicated practice spaces

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Fee

International Fee

$70

Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

Undergradapp · washburn.edu

Program AppApplication

Auditions

Scholarship and Program Audition

Feb 6, 2027Mar 6, 2027

Scholarships Auditions · washburn.edu

Audition Requirements

Repertoire

Two contrasting musical selections (two excerpts from one larger composition or two separate compositions)

Repertoire by instrument, for example:

Trumpet: Haydn Concerto in E-flat, Arutunian Concerto, Clarke Carnival of Venice

Horn: any Mozart horn concerto movement, Strauss Horn Concerto No. 1, Haydn Horn Concerto

Trombone: Galliard sonata, Guilmant Morceau Symphonique, David Concertino

Euphonium: Galliard sonata, Guilmant Morceau Symphonique, Barat Andante et Allegro

Tuba: Haddad Suite for Tuba, Jacob Tuba Suite, any Wilder Sonata or Suite

Scholarships Auditions · washburn.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply via Washburn undergraduate application

Rolling admissions

No application fee for domestic students

Music Major Status

Audition to be accepted into music major status in the Department of Music and Theatre

One audition serves for both program admission and scholarship consideration

Must audition before the eighth day of regularly scheduled classes or automatic non-major status

What's The Process

Audition Process

Audition required to be accepted into music major status

One audition serves for both program admission and scholarship consideration

Video or audio submissions accepted for applicants who cannot audition in person

Auditions also available by appointment

Contact: Coleman Scott, coleman.scott@washburn.edu

Scholarship Info

Eligibility

Scholarships distributed based on audition strength

Non-music majors also eligible for music scholarships

Marching band members receive separate scholarship (no audition required)

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.33

Grad rate

53%

Enrollment

4.6K

Earnings

$50K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$10,256

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$20,952

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$25,326

Before aid

Average net price

$15,280

After aid

Cost Of Attendance · washburn.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

NASM accredited (National Association of Schools of Music)

Undergraduate-only program (no grad students competing for opportunities)

Training

Study with professional performing artists

Junior and senior recitals required

Master classes, clinics, and seminars

7:1 student-to-faculty ratio

Brass players can develop large-ensemble work in Wind Ensemble, University Band, Orchestra, Jazz Orchestra, and marching band.

The Wind Ensemble’s published record includes CBDNA and Kansas Music Educators Association appearances.

Professional Development

Sunflower Music Festival participation

Study abroad performance opportunities

Student organizations and dedicated practice spaces

Updated 5d ago

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