Music Degree

The music program at Black Hills State 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 South Dakota colleges that offer music degrees.

The Music program at BHSU is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation for more than 45 years.

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Black Hills State University (BHSU)

623 Saint Joseph Street, Rapid City, SD

BHSU is a public institution that has a fair number of degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Spearfish, South Dakota, in a predominantly rural area. Approximately four thousand students are enrolled per year at BHSU.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs BHSU offers:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Psychology
• Public Administration And Social Services
• Communications And Journalism

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by the admissions committee. Most students accepted to BHSU score in a range of 19 - 23 on the ACT. This school admits roughly 90 percent of applicants yearly. Of those applicants accepted, nearly 45 percent registered for enrollment. More information from the admissions office can be found at bhsu.edu.

The tuition at Black Hills State University varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $8,200 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $10,000 for the year. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The annual cost of housing is estimated to be $3,900. Students at Black Hills State University may be eligible for aid which is generally grants and loans.

The Black Hills State University Yellow Jackets participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NAIA. Athletic programs available may include:

• Basketball (NAIA Division II)
• Track & Field (NAIA Division II)
• Football (NAIA Division II)

Students can take a look at the school's http://www.bhsu.edu to view additional information.

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

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