Develop your talents as a musician with experienced faculty who are invested in your growth. At MNU, you’ll build your skills through personalized instruction, hands-on learning, and performance opportunities in the Bell Cultural Events Center. Whether you’re preparing to perform, teach, or pursue another path in music, you’ll gain the knowledge and experience to take your next step with confidence.
As a music major at MNU, you choose a primary performance area including voice, piano, woodwinds, brass, percussion, strings, guitar, and bass. You will learn about music theory and music history, develop aural skills and keyboard skills, and participate in a wide range of ensembles while studying one-on-one with a professional musician. At the culmination of your degree program, you will present a solo recital.
Students in this major will be provided a new iPad to increase their learning experience.
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A degree from MNU is a competitively priced, affordable option designed for students with a busy schedule. We’re here to help you find the best options to assist you as you work toward earning your degree.
General Education: 42-48
Music Performance: 17-18
Musicianship: 27-31
Electives: 29-40
Total: 126
The Federal Direct Student Loan Program is an additional payment option. MNU School Code: 007032. Information and applications may be obtained from the Student Financial Aid Services Office at 913.971.3298 or finaid@mnu.edu.
Your education is one of the most important investments you will ever make. At MNU nearly 100% of new students qualify for financial assistance that greatly reduces the actual cost of an MNU education.
Music major scholarships and/or music ensemble participation scholarships are available to exceptional students, who follow the Audition Information, complete the Music Scholarship Application Form, and perform a successful audition.
Your degree is an investment in your future. We have a variety of different payment options available, so you can choose the option or combination of options, that best fits your situation. The total cost will be calculated based on your program and can be divided into multiple payments.
Now accepting early action application from juniors in high school! Applicants with a cumulative high school GPA of 3.75 (weighted or unweighted) will be considered for provisional admission with priority consideration for our honors program and performing arts scholarships.
*Some exceptions made on case by case basis
Prospective students will need to provide:
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