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West Texas A&M University

Canyon, TX

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Admissions

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

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Composition & music studies

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Training

Applied lessons on the major instrument plus four semesters of required piano proficiency (MUSI 1181/1182/2181/2182 or MUAP 1069/3069)

Teacher-certification pedagogy sequence (EPSY 3341, EPSY 4351, EDSE 4328, MUSI 4326, EDPD 4330/4398/4399) alongside eight semesters of major ensemble

Must pass TExES Exams 160 and 177 before student teaching in Texas schools

Culminates in a satisfactory senior recital

Facilities

Part of the All-Steinway WTAMU School of Music

Fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)

Member of the Texas A&M University System

Nationally ranked in academics, campus attractiveness, and affordability — located in Canyon, TX

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.50

Admit rate

99%

school-wide

Grad rate

55%

Enrollment

6.9K

Earnings

$51K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$10,080

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$26,344

Before aid

Average net price

$19,487

After aid

2627 Tx Guar Fs.Pdf · wtamu.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Sep 9, 7:37 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Applied lessons on the major instrument plus four semesters of required piano proficiency (MUSI 1181/1182/2181/2182 or MUAP 1069/3069)

Teacher-certification pedagogy sequence (EPSY 3341, EPSY 4351, EDSE 4328, MUSI 4326, EDPD 4330/4398/4399) alongside eight semesters of major ensemble

Must pass TExES Exams 160 and 177 before student teaching in Texas schools

Culminates in a satisfactory senior recital

Facilities

Part of the All-Steinway WTAMU School of Music

Fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)

Member of the Texas A&M University System

Nationally ranked in academics, campus attractiveness, and affordability — located in Canyon, TX

Program Highlights

Training

Applied lessons on the major instrument plus four semesters of required piano proficiency (MUSI 1181/1182/2181/2182 or MUAP 1069/3069)

Teacher-certification pedagogy sequence (EPSY 3341, EPSY 4351, EDSE 4328, MUSI 4326, EDPD 4330/4398/4399) alongside eight semesters of major ensemble

Must pass TExES Exams 160 and 177 before student teaching in Texas schools

Culminates in a satisfactory senior recital

Facilities

Part of the All-Steinway WTAMU School of Music

Fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)

Member of the Texas A&M University System

Nationally ranked in academics, campus attractiveness, and affordability — located in Canyon, TX

Key Info

Enrollment Term

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Common App ApplyTexas School Website

Deadline

Fall 2027 Application DeadlineAug 1, 2027

Regular DecisionRolling

Deadlines · wtamu.edu

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Acceptd

Auditions

On-Campus Audition

Nov 21, 2026Feb 20, 2027Apr 3, 2027

Music Career Day AuditionJan 29, 2027

OR — Recorded Video Audition

Video Audition Submission (Rolling)Rolling

School Of Music Apply · wtamu.edu

Audition Requirements

Repertoire

Prepare a principal-instrument audition appropriate to your area (brass, woodwind, string, percussion, or guitar)

Two contrasting etudes, movements, or solos that show off your playing ability

Scales & Technique

Major scales appropriate to your instrument (range and octaves as you are comfortable)

Sight-Reading

A short sight-reading excerpt may be included

Accompaniment

Accompanist not required and will not affect audition results

School Of Music Apply · wtamu.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Step 1: Apply to West Texas A&M University via the Texas Common Application

Step 2: Complete the audition form via Acceptd and request an audition date

Apply before the deadline for the date you wish to audition

Admission Pathway

Dual admission — students must apply and be admitted to both the university and the School of Music

All prospective music students must audition regardless of their chosen degree plan

Placement

Admitted students take music theory and aural-skills placement diagnostics at orientation — for course placement only, not admission

What's The Process

Audition Process

Complete the online audition form via Acceptd to request an audition date

On-campus audition dates: November 21, 2026; January 29, 2027 (Music Career Day); February 20, 2027; April 3, 2027

Video/distance auditions available — the requirements are the same; contact lkendrick@wtamu.edu

Audition Expectations

Audition on your principal instrument or voice

The audition also serves as the scholarship application for the School of Music

Scholarship Info

The audition serves as the scholarship application for the School of Music

Additional university scholarships and financial aid may also be available

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.50

Admit rate

99%

school-wide

Grad rate

55%

Enrollment

6.9K

Earnings

$51K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$10,080

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$26,344

Before aid

Average net price

$19,487

After aid

2627 Tx Guar Fs.Pdf · wtamu.edu College Scorecard

Training

Applied lessons on the major instrument plus four semesters of required piano proficiency (MUSI 1181/1182/2181/2182 or MUAP 1069/3069)

Teacher-certification pedagogy sequence (EPSY 3341, EPSY 4351, EDSE 4328, MUSI 4326, EDPD 4330/4398/4399) alongside eight semesters of major ensemble

Must pass TExES Exams 160 and 177 before student teaching in Texas schools

Culminates in a satisfactory senior recital

Facilities

Part of the All-Steinway WTAMU School of Music

Fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)

Member of the Texas A&M University System

Nationally ranked in academics, campus attractiveness, and affordability — located in Canyon, TX

Updated Sep 9, 7:37 PM