Overview

As members of the Bethany Oratorio Society, students join in the tradition of performing Handel's "Messiah" during Holy Week- a tradition that dates back to 1882, making Bethany Oratorio Society the longest running annual performance of Handel’s Messiah in North America.

The Department of Music at Bethany College has been accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) since 1935.

Learning Outcomes

The student demonstrates skills in performance through individual study, solo and ensemble performance, and a knowledge and understanding of the repertory in his/her performance area.

The student demonstrates knowledge of music theory skills and analysis.

The student demonstrates knowledge of music literature, the principal eras, genres, and cultural sources.

The student demonstrates skills in the use of technology in teaching and learning situations.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Music Theory
Aural Skills
Piano Proficiency
Bethany Choir
Music Performance
Music Teaching

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-13 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-14 00:00:00

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More details

The application process is on a “rolling” basis, which means that as soon as Bethany has received all materials, the Committee will review the application.

Language

English

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Credits

124 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Salina, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application for Admission
Official high school or secondary school transcripts (with at least six semesters)
All official post-secondary school transcripts
Minimum high school GPA of 2.0 (based on a 4.0 scale). Occasionally the Admissions Committee may admit students on a conditional basis. Individual attention will be given to candidates who demonstrate academic promise but need strengthening in a skills area.

International:

Students must have their transcripts from all schools outside of the USA submitted to InCred for evaluation and have the results forwarded to Bethany.
If the student is from an English-speaking country, send ACT or SAT results. If English is not their native language, results from English proficiency tests must be submitted.
Students must send a signed affidavit of support, a copy of their passport with photo, and a bank letter showing adequate funds to cover the cost of the first year of school or $50,000 minus Bethany Award.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

33000 USD / year

≈ 33000 USD / year
Out-of-State

33000 USD / year

≈ 33000 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

33000 USD / year

≈ 33000 USD / year

Living costs

Salina

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Learning Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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