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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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BA MusicApplication Area

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

BA MusicApplication Area

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BA Music

General Studies in Music

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

BA MusicApplication Area

Training

Design an individualized program of music study with faculty advising, combining theory, history, creative practice, technology, applied music, and ensembles

Petition the departmental curriculum committee to substitute coursework once a coherent self-directed focus is identified, without committing to one of the department's named areas of focus

Complete the same Musicianship Lab, Piano Skills, and Applied Music Study sequence required of every BA Music major

Professional Development

NASM-accredited program at an All-Steinway School of Distinction, one of about 200 worldwide

Study with 35 artist-teachers who perform and work professionally across the region, nationally, and abroad

Live in a Living Learning Community with fellow art, music, and theatre majors in a designated University Hall area

School Info

Snapshot

3.18

Avg GPA (W)

81%

Admit Rate

school-wide

54%

Grad Rate

3.6K

Enrollment

$57K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$12,934

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$19,014

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$32,482

Before aid

Average Net Price

$16,721

After aid

Cost Attendance · westfield.ma.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 27, 6:34 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Design an individualized program of music study with faculty advising, combining theory, history, creative practice, technology, applied music, and ensembles

Petition the departmental curriculum committee to substitute coursework once a coherent self-directed focus is identified, without committing to one of the department's named areas of focus

Complete the same Musicianship Lab, Piano Skills, and Applied Music Study sequence required of every BA Music major

Professional Development

NASM-accredited program at an All-Steinway School of Distinction, one of about 200 worldwide

Study with 35 artist-teachers who perform and work professionally across the region, nationally, and abroad

Live in a Living Learning Community with fellow art, music, and theatre majors in a designated University Hall area

Program Highlights

Training

Design an individualized program of music study with faculty advising, combining theory, history, creative practice, technology, applied music, and ensembles

Petition the departmental curriculum committee to substitute coursework once a coherent self-directed focus is identified, without committing to one of the department's named areas of focus

Complete the same Musicianship Lab, Piano Skills, and Applied Music Study sequence required of every BA Music major

Professional Development

NASM-accredited program at an All-Steinway School of Distinction, one of about 200 worldwide

Study with 35 artist-teachers who perform and work professionally across the region, nationally, and abroad

Live in a Living Learning Community with fellow art, music, and theatre majors in a designated University Hall area

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

University AppApplication

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Fee

International Fee

$50

Deadline

Early ActionNov 15, 2026

Preferred Standard DeadlineMar 1, 2027

First Year · westfield.ma.edu

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Dates

Dates TBA

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Audition Information · westfield.ma.edu

Audition 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.

Repertoire List

Option 1: follow the published advanced repertoire guidelines for your primary instrument or voice

Option 2: perform two contrasting repertoire selections on your primary instrument or voice in any genre, demonstrating technical and lyrical qualities

Audition Information · westfield.ma.edu

Good to Know

Application Process

Apply to Westfield State University and request the Music major

The active Music Department audition form is still labeled 2025-26 and lists only past audition dates; confirm the next cycle before submitting

The music audition and university admission decisions are separate

What's The Process

Audition Format

Choose the published advanced option or the flexible two-piece option

Audition on campus during a designated audition day, by special appointment, or remotely

A successful music audition does not guarantee university admission

Scholarship Info

Music Scholarships

George and Merian Rogers Academic Scholarship

Catherine A. Dower Performance Scholarships and Merit Awards

L. Kenneth Manzer Scholarship and Merit Awards

Music Department Audition Merit Awards

School Info

Snapshot

3.18

Avg GPA (W)

81%

Admit Rate

school-wide

54%

Grad Rate

3.6K

Enrollment

$57K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$12,934

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$19,014

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$32,482

Before aid

Average Net Price

$16,721

After aid

Cost Attendance · westfield.ma.edu College Scorecard

Training

Design an individualized program of music study with faculty advising, combining theory, history, creative practice, technology, applied music, and ensembles

Petition the departmental curriculum committee to substitute coursework once a coherent self-directed focus is identified, without committing to one of the department's named areas of focus

Complete the same Musicianship Lab, Piano Skills, and Applied Music Study sequence required of every BA Music major

Professional Development

NASM-accredited program at an All-Steinway School of Distinction, one of about 200 worldwide

Study with 35 artist-teachers who perform and work professionally across the region, nationally, and abroad

Live in a Living Learning Community with fellow art, music, and theatre majors in a designated University Hall area

Updated Aug 27, 6:34 PM