Music Degree

The music program at Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania colleges that offer music degrees.

The Music program at Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation since 2007.

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Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania

1815 Metropolitan St, Pittsburgh, PA

Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania is a public institution located in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania and provides a large number of degree programs for students. Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania has an annual student enrollment of around 10,000.

Areas of study available at Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania include but are not limited to:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Psychology
• English Language And Literature

The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions staff. A SAT or ACT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores between 910 - 1100 for the SAT exam and within the range of 19 - 24 for the ACT exam is typical among students accepted to this school. BU has an acceptance rate of about 72% of which only 24% decided to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

Tuition & fees at BU vary for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs close to $8,900 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $19,000 for the year. The cost of on-campus housing is estimated to be $4,900 annually. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements.

This school offers several athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available include:

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

Students may visit the school's http://www.bloomu.edu to view additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Music Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania offers a bachelor's degree program in music.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

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

• Pittsburgh, PA
  • Total Employment: 410
  • Average Hourly Rate: $40.52

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