Music Degree

The music program at Copiah – Lincoln Community College prepares students to become a performing musician, music educator, composer, theorist, musicologist, or a professional in another musical field. The program focuses on learning to play music as well as music history, theory, and composition. Program courses include: performance, music history and literature, composition, music theory, arts management, and conducting. Get more details below including other Mississippi colleges that offer music degrees.

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Copiah – Lincoln Community College

460 Briarwood Dr Ste 200, Jackson, MS

About
Copiah-Lincoln Community College, located in Wesson, Mississippi, was founded in 1915 as Copiah-Lincoln Agricultural High School. The school became a junior college in 1928, and since that time has grown in size and enrollment. The school serves multiple counties, and has opened several branch campuses and educational centers. The school provides post secondary education opportunities for residents of service community, and is constantly reviewing facilities and programs to ensure they offer the best service possible.

Academics
Students may pursue academic transfer and career training opportunities through a variety of programs offered through the school. Academic transfer is accomplished through the completion of a curriculum that mirror the first two years of a four year education, followed by transfer to a four year college or university to complete one's education and earn a bachelor's degree. Career training programs offer students an education in a high demand field or industry with the intention of finding long term employment in the that field or industry upon completion. Programs take between one and two years to complete, resulting in a degree or certificate upon completion.

Programs offered include:

• Business Administration
• Cosmetology
• Criminal Justice
• General Studies
• Psychology

Admissions and Financial Aid
Individuals interested in enrollment at Copiah-Lincoln Community College may do so through the completion and submission of the application for admission and the payment of all associated fees. Students should also provide previous transcripts and test scores, as well as be prepared for the possible taking of a placement exam prior to registration. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships which are awarded based on need as determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), which should be submitted prior to any posted deadlines.

Students Enrolled in the Music Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Copiah – Lincoln Community College offers an associate's degree program in music.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Description

Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the secondary level in public or private schools. May be designated according to subject matter specialty.

Singers

Description

Sing songs on stage, radio, television, or motion pictures.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, singers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Jackson, MS
  • Average Hourly Rate: $39.00

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).