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ACCEPTANCE RATE

50.91%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

99%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

13:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

24

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$10,488

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Music Degree

The music program at Limestone 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 South Carolina colleges that offer music degrees.

The Music program at Limestone College is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation for more than 79 years.

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Limestone College

320 Stanley Avenue, Greenwood, SC

Limestone College provides a variety of degree programs for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Gaffney, South Carolina and operated as a private institution. Approximately three thousand students are enrolled yearly at Limestone College.

Students can pick from a few areas of study, including:

  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • Public Administration And Social Services
  • Liberal Arts And Sciences
  • Security And Protective Services
  • Psychology

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Either the SAT or ACT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to this school. Scores within the range of 15 - 20 on the ACT or 820 - 1010 on the SAT are recommended to greatly increase your chances for getting accepted. 51% of students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 37 percent choose to attend. More information on admissions can be found at limestone.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $22,000 for the year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students may visit the school's tuition calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. On-campus housing is available for students, which costs around $4,100 for the year. Students at Limestone College may qualify for aid which is generally scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Limestone College "Saints" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs available include:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division II)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division II)
  • Field Hockey (NCAA Division II)

Students should visit the website to get a complete list of areas of study, programs, financial aid details, and more.

Career Options for Graduates

Students who have completed the Music program at Limestone College, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

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

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

Admission Requirements & Details

The information regarding admissions below may give you an idea of the candidates Limestone College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, Limestone College may offer student services including:

  • Online classes
  • Weekend and night classes available
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Work study style employment
  • Helping students find work after graduation

Intercollegiate Athletics

Limestone College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Conference Carolinas)
  • Basketball (Conference Carolinas)
  • Track and Field (Conference Carolinas)
  • Field Hockey
  • Football (South Atlantic Conference)
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Wrestling