Music Degree

The music program at Delaware 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 Delaware colleges that offer music degrees.

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Delaware State University

Also known as Delaware Tech

100 Campus Drive, Dover, DE

Delaware State University is a public historically black institution located in Dover, DE. Many historically black colleges and universities (also known as HBCUs) were established after the civil war to provide newly freed African Americans with educational opportunities. As a land grant institution this school is one of the larger public institutions in the state of Delaware. Delaware State University has a yearly student enrollment of over 3,800.

Students can choose from several areas of study, including:

• Psychology
• Communications And Journalism
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Social Sciences

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Either the SAT or ACT exam must be taken in order to apply to this school. Scores within the range of 16 to 20 on the ACT or 1180 to 1400 on the SAT are required to increase your chances for acceptance. 43% of those students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 28% choose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at desu.edu.

Tuition & fees at this school are different for in-state and nonresidents. In-state tuition costs nearly $7,800 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $17,000 for the year. Housing is available for students, which costs around $7,300 annually. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements.

The Del State Hornets participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, with competitions managed and overseen by the NCAA. Sports available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)
• Football (NCAA Division I-AA)

For a complete list of academic programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.desu.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

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