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School of Music • Fredonia, New York
Quick Take
SUNY Fredonia offers comprehensive music study in performance, music education, composition, jazz, therapy, sound recording technology, and music technology. About 500 music students study in a highly active public-school environment with 100+ practice rooms, major performance facilities, and strong preparation for teaching, performance, and recording careers.
SUNY Fredonia at a Glance
| Program | |
| School / Division | SUNY Fredonia School of Music |
| Setting | public |
| Religious Affiliation | none |
| Program Size | large |
| Genres / Styles | classical, contemporary, jazz, musical theatre |
| Primary Instrument | bassoon, cello, clarinet, double bass, euphonium, flute, guitar, harp, horn, oboe, percussion, piano, saxophone, trombone, trumpet, tuba, viola, violin, voice |
| Areas of Study | classical performance, composition, jazz studies, music business/industry, music education, music history, music technology, music therapy, sound recording/production |
| Degrees Offered | Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science, Master’s |
| Musical Selectivity | selective |
| NASM Accreditation | Yes |
| Admissions | |
| Academic Selectivity | less selective |
| Average GPA | 3.33 |
| Application Deadline | rolling (by late Feb for scholarship priority) |
| Auditions | |
| Audition | is required |
| Audition Competitiveness | competitive |
| Audition Window | |
| Prescreening | is not required |
| Location | |
| City / State | Fredonia, New York |
Always confirm deadlines and requirements directly with the SUNY Fredonia website
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Program Overview
The music program at SUNY Fredonia is large in size and a school within a university.
Music Genre/Style Strengths
SUNY Fredonia supports the following musical genres/styles: classical, contemporary, jazz, musical theatre. At some schools, students can explore multiple styles while developing strong technical and artistic foundations within their primary genre.
Visit the SUNY Fredonia website for more specific information on the music genres/styles it supports.
Primary Instruments
Students at SUNY Fredonia can pursue study across a range of instruments, including bassoon, cello, clarinet, double bass, euphonium, flute, guitar, harp, horn, oboe, percussion, piano, saxophone, trombone, trumpet, tuba, viola, violin, voice. Students study privately with faculty on their primary instrument while participating in ensembles and collaborative performances.
Visit the SUNY Fredonia website for more specific information about their support for studies on specific instruments.
Music Studies Offered at SUNY Fredonia
Students at SUNY Fredonia can pursue degrees focused on classical performance, composition, jazz studies, music business/industry, music education, music history, music technology, music therapy, sound recording/production. Music degree programs typically combine private instruction, ensemble participation, music theory coursework, and performance opportunities designed to prepare students for careers in music.
Visit the SUNY Fredonia website for more specific information on the programs of study it offers.
Acceptance
Musical acceptance at SUNY Fredonia is selective. Academically, it is less selective, with accepted students having an average GPA of 3.33. (Unlike academic programs, music admissions typically emphasize performance and artistic potential.) The application deadline for SUNY Fredonia is rolling (by late Feb for scholarship priority) of each year.
Visit the SUNY Fredonia website to confirm acceptance information and deadlines.
Auditions
An audition is required at SUNY Fredonia, and the school's auditions are considered to be competitive. A pre-screening video or portfolio is not required.
Visit the SUNY Fredonia website for more specific information on auditions.
Location and Music Scene
Fredonia is a small western New York college town near Lake Erie, with a campus-centered arts culture and regional access to Buffalo. The School of Music presents hundreds of public events annually and is a major cultural anchor for the university and surrounding community.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SUNY Fredonia hard to get into?
Admission to SUNY Fredonia is considered selective for music and less selective academically. At most schools, the audition carries significant weight. Admitted students need to demonstrate performance ability and artistic potential in addition to meeting academic requirements.
Do I need a prescreening video to audition at SUNY Fredonia?
A prescreening video or portfolio submission is not required at SUNY Fredonia.
Prescreening requirements vary significantly from school to school, and sometimes by instrument or area of study, so it's worth checking directly with the admissions office to confirm what's expected for your specific application.
What instruments can I study at SUNY Fredonia?
SUNY Fredonia supports study across a wide range of instruments, including bassoon, cello, clarinet, double bass, euphonium, flute, guitar, harp, horn, oboe, percussion, piano, saxophone, trombone, trumpet, tuba, viola, violin, voice. Students typically study privately with a faculty member on their primary instrument while also participating in ensembles and collaborative performance opportunities.
Instrument availability and faculty depth can vary. If you play something less common, it's worth reaching out to the department directly to confirm faculty availability before you apply.
What GPA do I need for SUNY Fredonia?
Admitted students at SUNY Fredonia have an average GPA of 3.33. Keep in mind that this is an average. Some admitted students come in above it, some below, depending on the strength of the overall application and, especially, the audition.
Music programs tend to weigh audition performance heavily, which means a particularly strong musical candidate may be admitted even if their GPA is below the typical range. The reverse is also true. Academic strength alone won't compensate for a weak audition.
What is the application deadline for SUNY Fredonia?
The application deadline for SUNY Fredonia is rolling (by late Feb for scholarship priority), with live auditions typically held . These dates can shift year to year, so it's important to verify directly with the admissions office well in advance.
Music school deadlines often arrive earlier than general college application deadlines, and audition slots can fill up quickly, especially at competitive programs. Getting your application in early is rarely a bad idea.
Information on this page is updated periodically. Always confirm details directly with the school's admissions office.
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