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Undergraduate Music Programs

At WVU, you’ll engage with world-class performers, educators and scholars who are leaders in their fields. Our program offers a well-rounded education that not only hones your talents but also opens doors to a wide array of exciting career opportunities.

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We're excited for you to join our WVU School of Music community, where you'll experience a tight-knit academic environment with the resources of a large university.

As part of the College of Creative Arts and Media, Music students are able to hone their craft while collaborating across disciplines with other students and faculty.

If you're still in the decision phase, complete the Request Information form and our recruitment specialist will work with you to coordinate a visit to campus, connect you with a professor, arrange a class sit-in, and share other opportunities to help you decide if the WVU School of Music is the right fit.

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  1. STEP ONE:

    Apply to WVU

    All students must complete West Virginia University's application online. Visit apply.wvu.edu for admission standards and application details. Indicate on your WVU application that you are interested in a College of Creative Arts and Media major. Current WVU students who seek to change their major to the School of Music should contact their current academic advisor to begin the process.

    Apply Online
  2. STEP TWO:

    Schedule Your Audition

    All undergraduate music majors are required to audition and/or interview with WVU School of Music faculty. These auditions are used to determine talent-based scholarships.

    2025 Audition Dates:

    • Saturday, January 25, 2025
    • Saturday, February 8, 2025
    Schedule Your Audition Review Audition Requirements
  3. STEP THREE:

    Register for Classes

    Upon acceptance to the WVU School of Music, an advisor will contact you to register for courses.

Student REsources

Whether you're looking for financial assistance, ways you can be more involved, recital procedures or anything else related to your education in the WVU School of Music, we're here for you.

Recital Policies and Procedures

Review the policies and steps for hosting a recital in the Canady Creative Arts Center.

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Tuition and Financial Aid

Tuition varies based on major or program, residency and whether you live on campus. WVU offers several financial aid options to help offset the cost.

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Transfer Students

If you have graduated from high school and are currently attending or have attended WVU or another postsecondary institution, follow these steps to enroll in the WVU School of Music.

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Scholarships

All first time freshmen are considered for central WVU scholarships, and your audition may qualify you for additional talent-based scholarships.

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School of Music Clubs and Student Organizations

Meet fellow musicians, explore more venues for music performance and production, and discover professional development opportunities.

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Technology Requirements

Review requirements for hardware and software in the College of Creative Arts and Media.

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Questions? Contact the WVU School of Music office at music@mail.wvu.edu or 304-293-5511.

Places and Spaces

Learn, rehearse, collaborate and perform in a variety of studios and concert theatres in the Canady Creative Arts Center.

Lyell B. Clay Concert Theatre

The Clay Concert Theatre is used by the College of Creative Arts as well as WVU's Arts and Entertainment series. As the largest venue in the CCAC, it hosts music concerts, musical theatre performances, dance performances, and of course, graduations.

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Antoinette E. Falbo Theatre

The Falbo Theatre hosts opera performances, dance concerts and theatre classes. A movable seating bank for 200 allows the space to be customized for each audience.

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Bloch Learning and Performance Hall

Bloch Hall serves as a recital hall, classroom, and lecture hall for visiting artists.

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Electronic Music Studio

This C-tech compatible classroom includes state-of-the-art audio/video equipment, houses the School of Music’s Orff instrumentarium, and collection of world percussion instruments for general music education.

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Gladys G. Davis Theatre

The Davis Theatre creates an immersive experience for actors and audiences in 3 to 4 School of Theatre & Dance productions each year.

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Glasscock General Music Classroom

This C-tech compatible classroom includes state-of-the-art audio/video equipment, houses the School of Music’s Orff instrumentarium, and collection of world percussion instruments for general music education.

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