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Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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Program Recognition

NASM-accredited institutional member (National Association of Schools of Music)

Training

Comprehensive 4-semester music theory and ear training sequence

Music history, world music, and music technology coursework

68-credit degree designed as the first two years of a bachelor's in music

Performance & Productions

Multiple ensembles: Choir, Chamber Singers, Chamber Orchestra, Concert Band, Theatre Orchestra, Guitar Ensemble, Piano Ensemble

Theatre Orchestra supports Century Theatre's annual musical productions

Private instruction available in voice, piano, guitar, composition, and other instruments

Degree Flexibility

Articulation agreement with Minnesota State University, Mankato

Transferable to programs in Music Performance, Music Education, Music Composition, Music Business, Music Technology, Conducting, and Music Therapy

School info

Snapshot

Grad rate

31%

Enrollment

6.3K

Earnings

$46K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$6,535

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$6,214

Before aid

Average net price

$10,906

After aid

Cost Attendance · century.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 27, 10:44 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NASM-accredited institutional member (National Association of Schools of Music)

Training

Comprehensive 4-semester music theory and ear training sequence

Music history, world music, and music technology coursework

68-credit degree designed as the first two years of a bachelor's in music

Performance & Productions

Multiple ensembles: Choir, Chamber Singers, Chamber Orchestra, Concert Band, Theatre Orchestra, Guitar Ensemble, Piano Ensemble

Theatre Orchestra supports Century Theatre's annual musical productions

Private instruction available in voice, piano, guitar, composition, and other instruments

Degree Flexibility

Articulation agreement with Minnesota State University, Mankato

Transferable to programs in Music Performance, Music Education, Music Composition, Music Business, Music Technology, Conducting, and Music Therapy

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NASM-accredited institutional member (National Association of Schools of Music)

Training

Comprehensive 4-semester music theory and ear training sequence

Music history, world music, and music technology coursework

68-credit degree designed as the first two years of a bachelor's in music

Performance & Productions

Multiple ensembles: Choir, Chamber Singers, Chamber Orchestra, Concert Band, Theatre Orchestra, Guitar Ensemble, Piano Ensemble

Theatre Orchestra supports Century Theatre's annual musical productions

Private instruction available in voice, piano, guitar, composition, and other instruments

Degree Flexibility

Articulation agreement with Minnesota State University, Mankato

Transferable to programs in Music Performance, Music Education, Music Composition, Music Business, Music Technology, Conducting, and Music Therapy

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Fee

$20

Deadline

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Good to Know

Eligibility

AFA Music designed as first two years of a bachelor's degree in music

Articulation agreement with Minnesota State University, Mankato

Students planning to transfer to University of Minnesota should consult U of M Liberal Education requirements

Enrollment

Start fall, spring, or summer semester

Full-time or part-time options available

Mix of daytime, evening, Saturday, and online courses

Planning Resources

Music Student Handbook available on program webpage

Consult with music faculty and academic advisor to create individualized plan

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

Audition Process

No audition required for program admission

Open-admission community college

Music majors are requested to contact Music faculty for initial consultation and first-semester planning

Post-Enrollment

Choir (MUSC 1000) is open to all students without audition

All other ensembles require an audition, interview, or prior performing experience as applicable

Private lessons begin with faculty placement or a performance assessment on the student's primary instrument/voice

Contact

Music faculty contacts are listed on the program webpage

Scholarship Info

Century College Foundation

Foundation awards $300,000+ in scholarships annually to Century College students

Apply online through the Century College scholarship portal

School info

Snapshot

Grad rate

31%

Enrollment

6.3K

Earnings

$46K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$6,535

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$6,214

Before aid

Average net price

$10,906

After aid

Cost Attendance · century.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

NASM-accredited institutional member (National Association of Schools of Music)

Training

Comprehensive 4-semester music theory and ear training sequence

Music history, world music, and music technology coursework

68-credit degree designed as the first two years of a bachelor's in music

Performance & Productions

Multiple ensembles: Choir, Chamber Singers, Chamber Orchestra, Concert Band, Theatre Orchestra, Guitar Ensemble, Piano Ensemble

Theatre Orchestra supports Century Theatre's annual musical productions

Private instruction available in voice, piano, guitar, composition, and other instruments

Degree Flexibility

Articulation agreement with Minnesota State University, Mankato

Transferable to programs in Music Performance, Music Education, Music Composition, Music Business, Music Technology, Conducting, and Music Therapy

Updated Aug 27, 10:44 PM

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