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Program Recognition

NASM-accredited Bachelor of Arts in Music at ASU's School of Music, Dance and Theatre

Training

Liberal-arts music degree with private lessons on your primary instrument plus a core in music history, theory and musicianship

Coursework builds research and scholarly-writing skills in music

Professional Development

Prepares graduates for paths in music criticism, publishing, concert management and entrepreneurship

Degree Flexibility

Structured to pair with a second major or minor at ASU, leaving room to tailor the degree to specific career goals

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.53

Admit rate

90%

school-wide

Grad rate

68%

Enrollment

64.7K

Earnings

$63K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$14,814

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$39,262

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$38,946

Before aid

Average net price

$14,967

After aid

Resident First Year · admission.asu.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 20, 8:40 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NASM-accredited Bachelor of Arts in Music at ASU's School of Music, Dance and Theatre

Training

Liberal-arts music degree with private lessons on your primary instrument plus a core in music history, theory and musicianship

Coursework builds research and scholarly-writing skills in music

Professional Development

Prepares graduates for paths in music criticism, publishing, concert management and entrepreneurship

Degree Flexibility

Structured to pair with a second major or minor at ASU, leaving room to tailor the degree to specific career goals

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NASM-accredited Bachelor of Arts in Music at ASU's School of Music, Dance and Theatre

Training

Liberal-arts music degree with private lessons on your primary instrument plus a core in music history, theory and musicianship

Coursework builds research and scholarly-writing skills in music

Professional Development

Prepares graduates for paths in music criticism, publishing, concert management and entrepreneurship

Degree Flexibility

Structured to pair with a second major or minor at ASU, leaving room to tailor the degree to specific career goals

Key Info

Enrollment Term

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School Website Common App

Deadline

Priority admissionNov 1, 2026

Regular AdmissionJan 15, 2027

First Year · admission.asu.edu

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School Website

Fees

Music Application Fee

$10

Late Application Fee

$40

Deadline

Fall admission applicationJan 5, 2027

Fall recommendation lettersJan 15, 2027

Apply Music Major · musicdancetheatre.asu.edu

Submission Requirements

Letters of Recommendation

Provide names and email addresses for three recommenders; each recommender receives submission instructions by email

Statement

Submit a 300–500 word essay describing your educational background, objectives and career plans

Repertoire List

List titles and composers of pieces studied intensively as solo repertoire, including technical studies

Resume (Optional)

Music · degrees.apps.asu.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application

Submit both the ASU undergraduate admission application and the separate School of Music, Dance and Theatre application

Placement

Admitted students take music theory and aural-skills placement exams at orientation — for course placement only, not admission

Transfer Pathway

ASU's School of Music, Dance and Theatre transfer guide includes BA Music course planning for transfer students; students still complete the School of Music application/interview process and ASU resident-credit minimums.

Transfer Guide 0916.Pdf · musicdancetheatre.asu.edu

What's The Process

Application Review

Admission requires the separate music application with a personal statement, music resume and an example of musicianship

A performance audition is optional unless the student wants applied studio lessons

Scholarship Info

Eligibility

All music majors are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships

Live auditions receive scholarship preference over recorded auditions

Undergraduate students may be considered for scholarship for up to eight semesters

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.53

Admit rate

90%

school-wide

Grad rate

68%

Enrollment

64.7K

Earnings

$63K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$14,814

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$39,262

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$38,946

Before aid

Average net price

$14,967

After aid

Resident First Year · admission.asu.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

NASM-accredited Bachelor of Arts in Music at ASU's School of Music, Dance and Theatre

Training

Liberal-arts music degree with private lessons on your primary instrument plus a core in music history, theory and musicianship

Coursework builds research and scholarly-writing skills in music

Professional Development

Prepares graduates for paths in music criticism, publishing, concert management and entrepreneurship

Degree Flexibility

Structured to pair with a second major or minor at ASU, leaving room to tailor the degree to specific career goals

Updated Aug 20, 8:40 PM