Music Degree

The music program at Edward Waters 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 Florida colleges that offer music degrees.

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Edward Waters College

8099 College Parkway, Fort Myers, FL

Edward Waters College is a nonprofit private historically black institution located in Jacksonville, Florida. Most historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. The African Methodist Episcopal affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and mission that defines the school. Edward Waters College, with only approximately 770 students enrolled, offers smaller class sizes and personalized education as part of its commitment to students.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Business Administration
• Criminal Justice
• Psychology
• Organizational and Nonprofit Management
• Math

Students applying for admission are generally required to submit an application, school records, test scores and any requested personal statements, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 1000 - 1210 on the SAT and between 14 - 17 on the ACT is typical among students admitted to this school. Competition runs high for admissions, given that only 20% of students who applied are admitted to the school. More information on admissions can be found at ewc.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $12,000 for the year. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and as such students should use the school's tuition calculator to understand their cost of attendance. Edward Waters College may provide financial aid for students that are eligible in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The Edward Waters College "Tigers" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NAIA. Athletic programs that are available may include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division I)
• Football (NAIA Division I)
• Golf (NAIA Division I)

Contact information, financial aid information, areas of study, and more can be viewed on school's website at www.ewc.edu.

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

• Cape Coral-Fort Myers, FL
  • Average Hourly Rate: $20.21

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