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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
No Interview
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)
•Carnegie R1 Research University
FACULTY
•Nationally-recognized educators, performers, and scholars
•Faculty perform, adjudicate, and present research internationally
•Voice faculty emphasize sound vocal pedagogy, high performance standards, and healthy technique
FACILITIES
•Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts with 600-seat Concert Hall and 100-seat Recital Hall
•State-of-the-art classrooms and performance spaces
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•Studio classes, joint and solo recitals, convocation performances, and choral ensembles
•Exposure to master teachers and internationally recognized performers via master classes
•Developing musical exchange program with Cardiff University in Wales
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Alumni performing with regional opera companies nationally and internationally
•Graduates have performed on Broadway national tours and with major opera companies
•Alumni at grad programs including Juilliard, Indiana, Michigan, Manhattan School of Music, Eastman, and New England Conservatory
Key Info
Program AppApplication
Deadline
Audition & Scholarship Application DeadlineFeb 20, 2026
Auditions
Audition Day (Laramie campus)Jan 30, 2026
Audition Day (Laramie campus)Feb 7, 2026
Audition Day (Laramie campus)Feb 13, 2026
Audition Day (Laramie campus)Feb 20, 2026
Audition Requirements
Songs
TWO VOCAL SELECTIONS, performed from memory
•Both may be in English, but a song in a contrasting language is preferred
•Selections should be from the classical vocal repertory
•Acceptable genres: aria, art song, folk song, and other classifications that are not "pop" style
•Choose repertoire that most accurately shows the beauty and potential of the voice
ACCOMPANIMENT
•An accompanist will be provided for in-person auditions
•Once audition date/time is assigned, you will be contacted regarding a rehearsal time with your accompanist
ALTERNATIVE SUBMISSION
•In lieu of a live audition, a high-quality video or audio recording may be submitted (video preferred)
Wildcard / Special Skill
N/A
Additional Materials
MUSICAL SKILLS ASSESSMENT (part of audition)
•Sight-reading of both rhythm and melody
•Rhythms may include simple or compound meters, dotted and syncopated figures, and ties
•Melodies may include leaps from tonic triad, IV and V chords, syncopated figures, major or minor tonalities
•Use of solfege system is preferred
LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION (required for scholarship)
•Three letters from teachers, music educators, or others familiar with your musical abilities
•Handled from within the audition application survey
Good to Know
APPLICATION
•Apply to UW via Common App or UW website
•$40 non-refundable university application fee
•Complete the separate Music Department audition application via Qualtrics form
DEADLINES
•Audition and scholarship applications due by February 20, 2026
•FAFSA required for named scholarships listing "need" as a requirement
SCHOLARSHIP
•Awards may be up to full tuition and lesson fees
•Priority given to students who declare a music major
•Recipients must perform in two designated department ensembles every semester
•Must enroll in private vocal instruction
What's The Process
ADMISSION
•Audition is REQUIRED for admission to the BM Performance program
•Must apply to UW before auditioning
•All auditions must be completed on or before February 20, 2026
AUDITION FORMAT
•In-person on campus or via pre-recorded video/Zoom
•Video is preferred for remote auditions
•Includes musical skills assessment (sight-reading, rhythm, melody)
AUDITION DAYS
•January 30, 2026
•February 7, 2026
•February 13, 2026
•February 20, 2026
•Welcome meetings on each date from 11:15-11:45 AM
CONTACT
•Dr. Brian C. Murray: bmurray7@uwyo.edu
•Department of Music: musicdpt@uwyo.edu, (307) 766-5242
Scholarship Info
TALENT-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS
•Scholarship awards may be up to full tuition and lesson fees
•Priority given to high-performing students who declare a music major
•Talented non-majors also encouraged to apply
•Three letters of recommendation required
SCHOLARSHIP REQUIREMENTS
•Recipients must perform in two designated department ensembles every semester
•Must enroll in private vocal instruction
Program info updated Today
Academic School Information
3.55
Avg GPA (W)
97%
Admit Rate
60%
Grad Rate
8,047
Enrollment
$56,880
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$6,938
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$22,718
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$11,779
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.
Annual Cost by Family Income
Family Income $0 - $30k$7,602
Family Income $30k - $48k$7,618
Family Income $48k - $75k$10,168
Family Income $75k - $110k$15,315
Family Income $110k+$18,136
