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87%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
14:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
38FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$4,497Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
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Music Degree
The music program at Montana State University – Billings 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 Montana colleges that offer music degrees.
The Music program at Montana State University – Billings is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation for more than 46 years.
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Montana State University – Billings
Also known as MSU Billings
1 College Drive, Lame Deer, MT
Montana State University (MSU) Billings was founded in 1927 and it upholds the traditions of the university to provide access to education, excellent teaching, civic engagement and community enhancement.
The university is located on 110 acres of land that resemble a beautiful park and is home to more than 5,000 students. There are 3 campuses spread out through the city and it has a long record of supporting the local community.
MSU Billings offers Associate, Bachelor’s, and Master’s degrees in a range of different subjects that include arts, sciences, health, business, education, mathematics, music and more.
The cost to study at MSU Billings is $12,592 for 2013-2014 academic year and this includes tuition, board, books and other educational supplies.
For students that are interested in sports, MSU Billings is a member of the NCAA II and competes in a range of sports including: basketball, gold, soccer, tennis, baseball and more.
MSU Billings also has a number of different student services including financial aid, career advice and more. Moreover, the university places a strong emphasis on student safety. There are 7 police officers that handle public safety at the university and the school really places safety as one of its highest priorities.
Montana State University also offers online courses for those that want to add flexibility to their studies and want to study at their own convenience.
Career Options for Graduates
Upon completion of the Music program at MSU Billings, most students have pursued careers in the following fields: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 (
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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).
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may provide a better idea of the applicants Montana State University – Billings accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Montana State University – Billings may offer student services like those listed below:- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Career path counseling
- Student employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Intercollegiate Athletics
Montana State University – Billings is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Great Northwest Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Great Northwest Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Soccer
- Softball
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball