Religious and Sacred Music Degree

The college degree path of Religious and Sacred Music is a field of study focused on music performed or composed for or through religious influence. Sacred or Religious music is not isolated to a particular religion or geographic location and can be performed for a variety of world religions. Get more details below including other Oklahoma colleges that offer religious and sacred music degrees.

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Oklahoma Wesleyan University (OKWU or OWU)

2299 Old Bacone Rd, Muskogee, OK

Oklahoma Wesleyan University is a nonprofit private university that has a fair number of degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Bartlesville, OK, in a predominantly rural area. The school's Wesleyan affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's vision. Approximately a thousand students are enrolled annually at Oklahoma Wesleyan University.

Students may pick from a few areas of study, including but not limited to:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Liberal Arts And Sciences
• Theology And Religious Vocations

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, transcripts, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. A SAT or ACT exam is required prior to applying, with scores in a range of 1240 to 1330 for the SAT exam and within the range of 18 to 25 on the ACT is typical among students accepted to this school. Roughly 60 percent of all applicant were admitted at Oklahoma Wesleyan University, with 11 percent of those admitted choosing to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at okwu.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $22,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their personal tuition costs. Housing may be available for students that would like to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $4,000 annually. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Oklahoma Wesleyan University Eagles participate in a number of intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NAIA organization. Available athletic programs offered may include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division II)
• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Golf (NAIA Division II)
• Soccer (NAIA Division II)

For a complete list of areas of study, enrollment information, admissions information, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.okwu.edu.

Career Options for Graduates

Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in philosophy, religion, and theology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, philosophy and religion teachers, postsecondary employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.6% from 2014 to 2024

Music Directors

Description

Direct and conduct instrumental or vocal performances by musical groups, such as orchestras or choirs.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, music directors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.2% from 2014 to 2024

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