Music Voice Performance
College of Fine & Applied Arts
CompareWhat is Music Voice Performance?
Voice Performance centers around performing and studio teaching. You will study solo and ensemble literature in addition to working on vocal performance. Core classes include Italian, French, and German so you can master the diction of any piece you perform. You'll also have opportunities to perform onstage throughout your time as an undergraduate. This program will help you master performance, vocal control, and professionality in the music world. You must pass an audition to be accepted into this program.
Career Options
- Conducting
- Teaching
- Vocal performance
Post-Graduation Success1
93% employed or continuing education
31% employed after graduation
62% attending graduate school
$52,800 average starting annual income
Sample employer destinations: The Naperville Winds (2), Urbana High School (1), Urbana School District 116 (1) View All
Sample grad school destinations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Carnegie Mellon University, Boston Conservatory at Berklee View All
Review Criteria
First-Year Major-Specific Criteria
- Strong talent review (audition or portfolio)
Transfer Criteria
Transfer HandbookGraduation & Retention2
4.4 years to degree
91% first-year retention rate
45% four-year graduation rate
85% six-year graduation rate
Annual Program Costs3
Illinois Resident
- Tuition: $14,912
- Fees: $5,182
- Expenses: $19,558
- Total: $39,652
Non-Resident
- Tuition: $37,588
- Fees: $5,182
- Expenses:$19,898
- Total: $62,668
International
- Tuition: $38,630
- Fees: $5,182
- Expenses: $19,898
- Total: $63,710
