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Whitworth University

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No PrescreenInternal AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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Admissions

No PrescreenInternal AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study Abroad

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenInternal AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study Abroad

Program Recognition

NASM-accredited liberal arts music degree with an optional, flexible track structure

Training & Performance

Core study in theory, ear training, music history, conducting, private lessons and ensembles

More than 15 vocal and instrumental ensembles plus regional and international touring

Facilities & Mentoring

Study in the Cowles Music Center with faculty artists and visiting musicians

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.74

Admit rate

90%

school-wide

Grad rate

71%

Enrollment

1.9K

Earnings

$59K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$28,400

Before aid

Average net price

$26,534

After aid

Cost And Payment Information · whitworth.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 27, 6:34 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NASM-accredited liberal arts music degree with an optional, flexible track structure

Training & Performance

Core study in theory, ear training, music history, conducting, private lessons and ensembles

More than 15 vocal and instrumental ensembles plus regional and international touring

Facilities & Mentoring

Study in the Cowles Music Center with faculty artists and visiting musicians

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NASM-accredited liberal arts music degree with an optional, flexible track structure

Training & Performance

Core study in theory, ear training, music history, conducting, private lessons and ensembles

More than 15 vocal and instrumental ensembles plus regional and international touring

Facilities & Mentoring

Study in the Cowles Music Center with faculty artists and visiting musicians

Key Info

Enrollment Term

University AppApplication

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Common App School Website

Opens

Aug 1, 2026

Deadline

Early Action INov 15, 2026

Early Action IIJan 15, 2027

Regular DecisionMar 1, 2027

Key Dates And Deadlines · whitworth.edu

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Auditions

Music Scholarship Application OpensDec 1, 2026

Music Audition Application DeadlineFeb 1, 2027

On-Campus Scholarship Audition (Cowles Music Center, Spokane)Feb 6 & 20, 2027

Recorded Scholarship Audition DeadlineIn-Person Scholarship Audition DeadlineFeb 20, 2027

Scholarships · whitworth.edu

Post-Enrollment Audition Requirements

No audition is required for the initial application. The optional scholarship review (audition) is separate from the internal audition gate students complete after enrollment.Gateway source

Scholarships · whitworth.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Submit the Music Audition Application by the published deadline; applications may be considered later as funds remain

Music Scholarship applications for fall 2027 open Dec. 1, 2026

Important Notes

Scholarship recipients participate in an ensemble and take private lessons

What's The Process

Scholarship Audition

No audition is required for program admission

Optional scholarship auditions may be completed live or by recording; requirements depend on the applicant’s performance area

Recorded auditions must be unedited video and begin with an introduction

Internal Gate

Music majors complete a first-year review, then an upper-division application and audition normally at the end of the sophomore year

Scholarship Info

Music Scholarships

More than $500,000 is offered to new and returning students in increments of $1,000

Awards are based on talent regardless of major

A non-audition option is available to eligible band and choir students with a director recommendation

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.74

Admit rate

90%

school-wide

Grad rate

71%

Enrollment

1.9K

Earnings

$59K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$28,400

Before aid

Average net price

$26,534

After aid

Cost And Payment Information · whitworth.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

NASM-accredited liberal arts music degree with an optional, flexible track structure

Training & Performance

Core study in theory, ear training, music history, conducting, private lessons and ensembles

More than 15 vocal and instrumental ensembles plus regional and international touring

Facilities & Mentoring

Study in the Cowles Music Center with faculty artists and visiting musicians

Updated Aug 27, 6:34 PM