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Cabrillo College

Aptos, CA

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Program profile

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Training

Rigorous coursework in music theory, ear-training, sight-singing, and applied study

Vocal and instrumental ensemble performance opportunities

Ensembles include Chorale, Jazz Singers, Symphonic Chorus, Symphonic Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, and Chamber Music Ensemble

Facilities

VAPA Music Building (VAPA 5000) with practice rooms and recording studios

Music and Theatre Arts Lab open daily with instrument access and tutoring

Degree Flexibility

Electives in jazz improvisation, music production, recording techniques, and world music

Prepares students for transfer to four-year music programs at UC and CSU campuses

School Info

Snapshot

38%

Grad Rate

Enrollment

$44K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$1,548

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$9,862

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$40,995

Before aid

Average Net Price

$15,843

After aid

Financial Aid How To Apply · cabrillo.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 27, 9:22 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Rigorous coursework in music theory, ear-training, sight-singing, and applied study

Vocal and instrumental ensemble performance opportunities

Ensembles include Chorale, Jazz Singers, Symphonic Chorus, Symphonic Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, and Chamber Music Ensemble

Facilities

VAPA Music Building (VAPA 5000) with practice rooms and recording studios

Music and Theatre Arts Lab open daily with instrument access and tutoring

Degree Flexibility

Electives in jazz improvisation, music production, recording techniques, and world music

Prepares students for transfer to four-year music programs at UC and CSU campuses

Program Highlights

Training

Rigorous coursework in music theory, ear-training, sight-singing, and applied study

Vocal and instrumental ensemble performance opportunities

Ensembles include Chorale, Jazz Singers, Symphonic Chorus, Symphonic Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, and Chamber Music Ensemble

Facilities

VAPA Music Building (VAPA 5000) with practice rooms and recording studios

Music and Theatre Arts Lab open daily with instrument access and tutoring

Degree Flexibility

Electives in jazz improvisation, music production, recording techniques, and world music

Prepares students for transfer to four-year music programs at UC and CSU campuses

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Good to Know

Enrollment

Cabrillo’s 2026–27 application is open

Apply online through OpenCCC

Students may apply at any time; registration dates and course add deadlines vary by term

Admission Pathway

Students transferring to four-year music programs may need to pass placement exams in theory, musicianship, and piano proficiency

Complete as many theory and musicianship courses as possible before transfer

Transfer Pathway

This is a transfer pathway degree built to transfer into a four-year program. Confirm which universities it articulates to, and which credits carry over, before you enroll.

What's The Process

Admission

The current catalog and department pages do not publish an admission audition, prescreen, or interview

Course placement and ensemble participation are curriculum matters, not admission gateways

School Info

Snapshot

38%

Grad Rate

Enrollment

$44K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$1,548

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$9,862

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$40,995

Before aid

Average Net Price

$15,843

After aid

Financial Aid How To Apply · cabrillo.edu College Scorecard

Training

Rigorous coursework in music theory, ear-training, sight-singing, and applied study

Vocal and instrumental ensemble performance opportunities

Ensembles include Chorale, Jazz Singers, Symphonic Chorus, Symphonic Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, and Chamber Music Ensemble

Facilities

VAPA Music Building (VAPA 5000) with practice rooms and recording studios

Music and Theatre Arts Lab open daily with instrument access and tutoring

Degree Flexibility

Electives in jazz improvisation, music production, recording techniques, and world music

Prepares students for transfer to four-year music programs at UC and CSU campuses

Updated Aug 27, 9:22 PM