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Whitworth University

Spokane, WA

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Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study Abroad

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Minor Music

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study Abroad

Training

Two-course sequences in music theory and ear training

One elective in listening, church music, jazz or global music and culture

Performance & Productions

More than 15 vocal and instrumental ensembles

Regional, national and international touring opportunities

Degree Flexibility

19-credit minor combining performance, musicianship and music study

Four semesters each of private lessons, ensemble participation and recital attendance

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

Training

Two-course sequences in music theory and ear training

One elective in listening, church music, jazz or global music and culture

Performance & Productions

More than 15 vocal and instrumental ensembles

Regional, national and international touring opportunities

Degree Flexibility

19-credit minor combining performance, musicianship and music study

Four semesters each of private lessons, ensemble participation and recital attendance

Program Highlights

Training

Two-course sequences in music theory and ear training

One elective in listening, church music, jazz or global music and culture

Performance & Productions

More than 15 vocal and instrumental ensembles

Regional, national and international touring opportunities

Degree Flexibility

19-credit minor combining performance, musicianship and music study

Four semesters each of private lessons, ensemble participation and recital attendance

Key Info

Enrollment Term

University AppApplication

Apply

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

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply to Whitworth through the university application and declare the minor after enrollment

No separate admission application is published for the Music minor

Submit the separate Music Audition Application for optional scholarship consideration

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

What's The Process

Audition Process

No performance audition is published as an admission requirement for the Music minor

New students may complete an optional live or recorded audition for music scholarship consideration

Scholarship audition requirements vary by performance area

Scholarship Info

Music Scholarships

Auditioned and non-auditioned scholarships are open to new students of any major

Auditions generally qualify applicants for higher award amounts

Recipients participate in an ensemble and take private lessons

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

Training

Two-course sequences in music theory and ear training

One elective in listening, church music, jazz or global music and culture

Performance & Productions

More than 15 vocal and instrumental ensembles

Regional, national and international touring opportunities

Degree Flexibility

19-credit minor combining performance, musicianship and music study

Four semesters each of private lessons, ensemble participation and recital attendance

Updated Aug 27, 6:34 PM