Music Degree

The music program at Methodist University 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 North Carolina colleges that offer music degrees.

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Methodist University (Methodist)

3800 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC

Methodist University, a nonprofit private institution, offers a large number of program options, allowing students to choose which major is right for them. Located in Fayetteville, North Carolina, it offers an urban setting for students to study in. The United Methodist affiliation of this school is an important part of the history, education and vision that defines the school. Over two thousand students enroll at Methodist University per year.

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

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Security And Protective Services
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Recreation And Fitness Studies

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then studied by the admissions staff. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken in order to be able to apply to this school. Scores in a range of 17 to 22 on the ACT or 1280 to 1580 on the SAT are needed to greatly increase your chances for getting accepted. Methodist has an acceptance rate of about 62 percent of which only 25 percent chose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at methodist.edu.

Undergraduate tuition is approximately $28,000 per year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students should visit the school's net price calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. Student housing is available for students, which costs about $5,200 annually. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the necessary requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

Athletic programs are available at Methodist through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate athletics. Athletic programs that are available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)

Contact information, academics information, programs, and more can be accessed on school's website at http://www.methodist.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

• Raleigh, NC
  • Total Employment: 30
  • Average Hourly Rate: $22.96

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