Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•One of the nation's five longest-running jazz degree programs
•NASM-accredited program
TRAINING
•Emphasis on small-group playing and commitment to the jazz tradition
•Faculty are all top New York professionals
•Students from 23 US states and 6 foreign countries
LOCATION
•18 miles from midtown Manhattan
•Easy access to NYC jazz venues and performance opportunities
Key Info
Audition Requirements
Songs
MINIMUM THREE TUNES (recorded audio or video)
•ONE UP-TEMPO TUNE such as "Cherokee," "Ornithology," "It Could Happen To You," or similar
•ONE MEDIUM-TEMPO TUNE such as "All the Things You Are," "Out of Nowhere," "Have You Met Miss Jones?" or similar
•ONE BALLAD such as "Body and Soul," "In A Sentimental Mood," "I Can't Get Started" or similar
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
•Demonstrate ability to perform within a group and as a soloist
•One improvised chorus within the medium or up-tempo tune must be performed entirely unaccompanied
VOCALIST-SPECIFIC
•Include a vocalize at the beginning if currently studying voice
•Demonstrate ability to scat as well as understanding of the lyric
Additional Materials
EAR TRAINING PLACEMENT RECORDING (required)
•Sing a one-octave major scale
•Sing "Happy Birthday"
•Play a C on a keyboard and sing the pitch — repeat with Eb and A
•Play D and F# one at a time, then sing them back-to-back
-Use a virtual keyboard if no instrument is available
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply to the university via Common App or school website
•Submit a separate music department application for jazz
PROGRAM FLEXIBILITY
•Once accepted via jazz audition, may choose any jazz concentration with faculty approval
What's The Process
AUDITION FORMAT
•All jazz auditions are by uploaded audio or video recording — no in-person auditions
•Upload instructions provided as part of the application process
ADMISSION PROCESS
•Must first apply to William Paterson University and to the music department
•Accepted both academically by the university and musically by the music department
CONTACT
•musicadmissions@wpunj.edu | 973-720-3466
Scholarship Info
MERIT-BASED AWARDS
•Offered at faculty recommendation after all admissions have been made
Program info updated 23h ago
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•One of the nation's five longest-running jazz degree programs
•NASM-accredited program
TRAINING
•Emphasis on small-group playing and commitment to the jazz tradition
•Faculty are all top New York professionals
•Students from 23 US states and 6 foreign countries
LOCATION
•18 miles from midtown Manhattan
•Easy access to NYC jazz venues and performance opportunities
Updated 23h ago
Academic School Information
2.97
Avg GPA (W)
90%
Admit Rate
46%
Grad Rate
6,614
Enrollment
$57,780
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$15,704
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$25,344
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$18,745
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.
Family Income $0 - $30k$16,171
Family Income $30k - $48k$18,287
Family Income $48k - $75k$18,505
Family Income $75k - $110k$22,862
Family Income $110k+$24,917
