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College of Arts, Design & Communication

Music

Performing, creating, and understanding music — including a recording-studio sequence most theory-only programs don't offer.

B.S.Arts, Design & CommunicationUndergraduate4 years120 credits

About this program

A performance-and-technology-oriented music degree combining traditional theory and history with recording and production skills.

What you will be able to do

  • Analyze and notate music using standard theory
  • Perform in a required ensemble each term
  • Record, mix and produce original compositions
  • Conduct a small ensemble

Courses you will take

A sample of required coursework. Full requirements are in the official catalog.

Required program core
CourseTitle
MUS 1110Music Theory I
MUS 2010Music History I
MUS 2500Introduction to Music Technology
MUS 3500Composition
General education & support coursesTitle
MUS 1500Class Piano
MUS 3100Conducting

Where graduates go

  • Music Teacher (with licensure)
  • Audio Engineer
  • Church or Community Music Director
  • Arts Administrator

Median starting salary for recent graduates: $41,300. Reported placement within six months of graduation: 76%.

DegreeB.S.
Credits120
Typical length4 years
CollegeArts, Design & Communication
Median starting salary$41,300
Placement76%

Take the next step.

Applications for fall are open. No fee, no essay, and a decision in about two weeks.

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