Academics

Bachelor of Science in Music

The Bachelor of Science in Music is a liberal arts degree for students who wish to major in music, irrespective of their specific career goals. We offer General, Theory/Literature and Performance tracks, with each providing solid instruction in music theory, history, and performance.

Many BS alumni have chosen professions outside of music, e.g. medicine, dentistry, law, physical therapy, radio/communication, and business. Others have entered the music profession directly or continued their education in well-respected music graduate programs.

General Track

• 45 credit hours of music coursework
• An ideal companion for a second major or pre-professional curriculum

Theory and Literature Track

• 51 credit hours of music coursework
• For students attracted to the academic aspects of music study

Performance Track

• 54-56 credit hours of music coursework
• For students focused on developing their performance skills, as soloists and ensemble members
• Students must exhibit solid preparation upon entering university

Worship Studies Track

• 51 credit hours of music coursework
• For students preparing for a career in church music ministry

Curriculum PDFs

BS in Music—General Track
BS in Music—Music and Worship Track
BS in Music—Performance Track
BS in Music—Theory and Literature Track
B.Mus. in Music Education—Vocal/General Endorsement (Keyboard Concentration)
B.Mus. in Music Education—Vocal/General Endorsement (Voice Concentration)
B.Mus. in Music Education—Instrumental Endorsement
Music Minor

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Music Major Standing

To obtain freshman standing as a music major, students must:

1. Qualify for MUCT 111—Music Theory by taking a written music theory test.
2. Qualify for MUPF 189—Concentration by auditioning before the music faculty. Keyboard skills are assessed for all incoming students.

Aptitude must be demonstrated through an application filed toward the end of the freshman year before the student is accepted into one of the music-major tracks. Continuation in the music program is contingent upon satisfactory progress toward a degree, measured by regular assessment checkpoints.

Bachelor of Music in Music Education
The Bachelor of Music in Music Education is a professional degree designed for students seeking licensure as music educators. Students choose either the Vocal/Keyboard or the Instrumental endorsement, with dual endorsement available. Graduates enter the professional teaching field directly, or pursue advanced music study at the graduate level.

• 71–75 credit hours of music coursework
• Degree carries K–12 certification, qualifying students to teach music at elementary, middle, and/or secondary levels.
• 100% job placement of recent graduates