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Bachelor of Music Performance
- Denver, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Bachelor of Music in Music Performance is a four-year on-campus bachelor programme in the Department of Music at Otterbein University.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply concepts and methods in Music Performance to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Individual applied lessons
- Ensembles such as Concert Choir. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Professional performing
- Freelance performance
- Arts administration
- Private studio teaching
- Performing arts management
- Graduate study
Curriculum
- Individual applied lessons
- Ensembles such as Concert Choir
- Opera Theatre and Wind Ensemble
- Courses in pedagogy
- Conducting and orchestration
- And two capstone recitals. Can be paired with relevant minors or concentrations.
Entry requirements
Academic
- First-year: secondary school completion comparable to US high school with transcripts
- SAT/ACT optional. Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL iBT 79
- IELTS 6.5
- PTE 58
- Duolingo 105 or other listed options) or conditional admission via the ESL Academy. Transfer applicants with college coursework apply as transfers. Some majors have extra requirements.
Accepted academic background
Secondary school completion comparable to US high school (first-year) or any post-secondary coursework (transfer), Country-specific credential list applies.
Other requirements
- Portfolio required
Documents you’ll need
- Secondary School Academic Transcripts
- Completion Certificates
- English Proficiency Evidence if required.
How to apply
- Check the programme entry requirements and available intake. Complete the university application and provide the academic documents and language evidence requested for admission. Pay an application fee if applicable. Review the admission decision
- Accept the offer and arrange visa documents where necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $34,047 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | $6,800 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Downtown Denver campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Arts & Media |
| Department | Music & Entertainment Industry Studies |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
1 Dec 2026
17 days leftProgram starts
June 2027
Apply by
1 May 2027
168 days leftProgram starts
August 2027
Apply by
15 Jul 2027
243 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 1 Dec 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $34,047 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The deposit is $6,800 USD. The estimated living cost is $21,726 USD.
A portfolio is required.

