Music Degree

The music program at Truman 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 Missouri colleges that offer music degrees.

The Music program at Truman State University is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation for more than 77 years.

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Truman State University

116 N Wood St, Neosho, MO

Truman State University is a public institution located in Kirksville, MO and provides a large number of educational opportunities for students. Over 6,000 students enroll at Truman State University yearly.

Areas of study available at Truman State University include but are not limited to:

• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• English Language And Literature
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Recreation And Fitness Studies
• Communications And Journalism

To be considered for admissions, you may be required to fill out an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school records, which are then studied by admissions officials. Most students accepted to this school have an SAT score between 1040 - 1280, or an ACT composite score within the range of 25 - 30. Truman State University admits approximately 80 percent of students applying yearly. Of those students accepted, around 40 percent registered for enrollment. More information on admissions can be found at admissions.truman.edu.

The cost of tuition is different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state residents pay nearly $7,700, while out-of-state residents pay $14,000 per year. School housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is approximately $5,200. This school may help with costs by offering financial aid for students who are eligible by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Truman State University "Bulldogs" have a number of intercollegiate athletic programs through participation in the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Football (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)

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

Students Enrolled in the Music Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Truman State University has offered the following program levels for students:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

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

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