Music Scholarship Application

ADMISSION TO THE MAJOR - DIVISION OF MUSIC

Permission to declare a music major at IWU is neither automatic nor assumed merely because a student wants to study music. Students must demonstrate a degree of aptitude and preparedness, both academically and musically. Those conditions can be met by the following means:

Academic readiness can be demonstrated by completing a music theory placement exam. If students are unprepared for the exam, equivalency may be met by taking MUS-160, Introduction to Music Theory, and earning a grade of C or above.
Performance readiness can be proven by an audition before selected music faculty or by submitting an audio / video recording of pieces showing appropriate levels of accomplishment.
All students are required to submit three reference forms from former music teachers, music directors, or other musicians who can verify the student's readiness to study music at the collegiate level.

This policy applies to both transfer students and entering freshmen.

If an applicant fails in any of the above requirements but still wishes to be admitted as a major, the status of provisional music major will be granted. The student will be expected to re-audition and successfully complete MUS-160 at the end of the first semester of study. Upon satisfactory completion, the applicant will be classified as a music major.

Contact Information

First Name*

Middle Name

Last Name*

Email Address*

Cell Phone Number

Mailing Address*

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

Birthdate*

Academic

If your school does not fill automatically fill in please search for it below and select the correct school.

Note: B average (3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale) is required for scholarship eligibility.

High School Name*

High School GPA (4.0 Scale)

High School Self-Reported GPA (4.0 Scale)*

Verified ACT

Self Reported ACT

Verified SAT

Self Reported SAT

High School Graduation Year*

Why have you chosen to pursue a major in music?*

Music History and Audition

What performing media will you audition with?*

Other Instrument*

List any private teachers or institutions you have studied under:

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List any other instruments in which you are proficient.

List any musical activities in high school, church, or community that you have participated in.

List any performances, recitals, and competitions that you have participated in.

List the compositions you will be performing for your audition. Please include composer name.*

Audition Information

Auditions must be completed by March 1. Scholarship awards will be made as close to March 15 as possible. To make an appointment for an audition please email music-recruit@indwes.edu or call 765-677-2152.

If you call the toll-free number (1-866-468-6498) you will reach Admissions - Please ask them to transfer, you to the Music Office in order to schedule an audition appointment.

AUDITION REQUIREMENTS:
You should be prepared to perform two selections in contrasting styles, from different historical eras if possible. These should display a variety of tempo and dynamics, as well as demonstrate your ability and range. Memorized performances are preferred. Total performance time should not exceed fifteen minutes. Accompaniment tapes are not permitted; an accompanist will be provided if needed.

* If you live more than 300 miles from Marion, a recorded audition may be submitted.

Appropriate attire is recommended (no jeans).

VOCAL AUDITION SONG GUIDELINES:
Vocal auditions should include one piece in a foreign language and a second piece in English (may include English art song, aria, or musical theatre selection) with live piano accompaniment. The song should be of the type intended for the concert repertory, as distinct from a folk or popular song. An Art Song is a setting of a text of high literary quality and, unlike most folk and popular songs, includes an accompaniment that is specified by the composer rather than improvised or arranged by/for the performer. The art song is often in a foreign language, which could include French, Italian, German, Latin or Spanish. An opera or oratorio aria may be substituted for an art song. A sacred song should follow the same general definition, with text of high literary quality and composed accompaniment. Please notify the Division of Music as soon as possible if you do not have an accompanist and one will be provided for you.

Recommendation Form

All students are required to submit three reference forms from former music teachers, music directors, or other musicians who can verify the student's readiness to study music at the collegiate level.

Recommendation forms can be returned to music-recruit@indwes.edu or mailed to Indiana Wesleyan University Division of Music, 4201 S. Washington Str., Marion, IN 46953.

Click here to download the Recommendation Form.