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About this major
The Music major focuses on the study of music theory, history, performance, and composition. Students gain a deep understanding of musical structures, develop performance skills, and explore various genres and cultural influences in music.
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Plan grad school
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“If you are not passionate you won’t make it just because of how much you need to be invested in it, but it’s very rewarding!”
10/2/2025
“Review for Music Composition specifically. Very heavy emphasis on theory and ear training. A lot of singing required - as someone who is a poor singer, this was surprising and a challenge in my first year. More creative freedom as year goes on. Basically impossible to take a second major or more than one music minor - only 16-18 elective credits, especially with the elimination of overload scholarships.”
10/2/2025
“I expected to be developed more as independent artist when i applied, but feel that the rigor of this program has made me a stronger musician and greatly increased my career prospects in the industry”
10/2/2025
“Music Industry major: it is very good for career prep and hands on learning through experience! I love the professors and real insight as well”
9/26/2025
“the major itself is quite simple, but the additional internships make it quite difficult. it is hard to find time for everything.”
9/26/2025