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West Texas A&M University

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No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

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No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

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BFA Musical Theatre

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Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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BFA Theatre

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Prescreen RequiredNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

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BA Theatre

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No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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BM Performance

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No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

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BA Theatre Education

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No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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Virtual Only

Program profile

EC-12All-Level

Training

•One-on-one lessons with renowned faculty members

•Rigorous and comprehensive performance curriculum

•Focus on both classical and contemporary repertoire

•Culminates in satisfactory senior recital performance

Notable Alumni

•John Tegmeyer (’04) — LA-based session musician; performed and recorded with Prince, Hans Zimmer, and Snoop Dogg; soundtrack credits include Crazy Rich Asians, Euphoria, and The Morning Show

•Natalie Maines — attended WTAMU; lead vocalist of The Chicks; Grammy Award-winning artist

Facilities

•Part of the WTAMU School of Music

•Member of the Texas A&M University System

•Nationally ranked in academics, campus attractiveness, and affordability

Academic info

Snapshot

3.50

Avg GPA (W)

99%

Admit Rate

school-wide

55%

Grad Rate

6.9K

Enrollment

$51K

Earnings

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

Official source College Scorecard

Program info updated May 22, 6:06 PM

Program Highlights

Training

•One-on-one lessons with renowned faculty members

•Rigorous and comprehensive performance curriculum

•Focus on both classical and contemporary repertoire

•Culminates in satisfactory senior recital performance

Notable Alumni

•John Tegmeyer (’04) — LA-based session musician; performed and recorded with Prince, Hans Zimmer, and Snoop Dogg; soundtrack credits include Crazy Rich Asians, Euphoria, and The Morning Show

•Natalie Maines — attended WTAMU; lead vocalist of The Chicks; Grammy Award-winning artist

Facilities

•Part of the WTAMU School of Music

•Member of the Texas A&M University System

•Nationally ranked in academics, campus attractiveness, and affordability

Program Highlights

Training

•One-on-one lessons with renowned faculty members

•Rigorous and comprehensive performance curriculum

•Focus on both classical and contemporary repertoire

•Culminates in satisfactory senior recital performance

Notable Alumni

•John Tegmeyer (’04) — LA-based session musician; performed and recorded with Prince, Hans Zimmer, and Snoop Dogg; soundtrack credits include Crazy Rich Asians, Euphoria, and The Morning Show

•Natalie Maines — attended WTAMU; lead vocalist of The Chicks; Grammy Award-winning artist

Facilities

•Part of the WTAMU School of Music

•Member of the Texas A&M University System

•Nationally ranked in academics, campus attractiveness, and affordability

Key Info

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Fee

International Fee

$90

Deadline

Priority (Scholarship)Feb 1, 2026

Regular DecisionRolling

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Acceptd

Auditions

On-Campus AuditionNov 22, 2025

Music Career Day AuditionJan 30, 2026

On-Campus AuditionFeb 21, 2026

On-Campus AuditionMar 28, 2026

Audition Requirements

Songs

Requirements

•Two Songs from Classical Repertoire

•One song in a foreign language (French, German, or Italian)

•One song of your choice from the classical music repertoire

•Accompanist not required — will not affect audition results

Additional Materials

Sight-Reading

•Sight-reading exercise included in audition

Interview

•Short interview conducted during audition visit

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Application Logistics

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

•Step 2: Complete audition form via Acceptd to request an audition date

Transfer Students

•Must demonstrate junior-level competency

•Prepare three songs in three different languages

•One selection must be an aria from standard opera or oratorio repertoire

Admission Pathway

•Students must apply and be admitted to both the university and the School of Music

What's The Process

Audition Process

•November 22, 2025 (morning)

•January 30, 2026 — Music Career Day (afternoon)

•February 21, 2026 (morning)

•March 28, 2026 (morning)

•Complete online audition form via Acceptd

•Must apply before the deadline for your chosen audition date

•Video/distance auditions available upon request — contact lkendrick@wtamu.edu

Audition Expectations

•In-person auditions on scheduled dates at WTAMU campus

•Video/distance auditions available — contact admissions counselor for details

•Audition also serves as scholarship application

Scholarship Info

•Audition serves as the scholarship application for the School of Music

•Additional university scholarships and financial aid may also be available

Academic info

Snapshot

3.50

Avg GPA (W)

99%

Admit Rate

school-wide

55%

Grad Rate

6.9K

Enrollment

$51K

Earnings

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

Official source College Scorecard

Training

•One-on-one lessons with renowned faculty members

•Rigorous and comprehensive performance curriculum

•Focus on both classical and contemporary repertoire

•Culminates in satisfactory senior recital performance

Notable Alumni

•John Tegmeyer (’04) — LA-based session musician; performed and recorded with Prince, Hans Zimmer, and Snoop Dogg; soundtrack credits include Crazy Rich Asians, Euphoria, and The Morning Show

•Natalie Maines — attended WTAMU; lead vocalist of The Chicks; Grammy Award-winning artist

Facilities

•Part of the WTAMU School of Music

•Member of the Texas A&M University System

•Nationally ranked in academics, campus attractiveness, and affordability

Updated May 22, 6:06 PM

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