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Minnesota State Community and Technical College

Fergus Falls, MN

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AFA Music

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Admissions

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Training

•68-credit Associate of Fine Arts in Music on the Fergus Falls campus

•Choral or instrumental emphasis with preparation for advanced music study

•Coursework includes music theory, music history, composition, performance, and music technology

•Personalized instruction in small classes

Performance & Productions

•Concert Band, Concert Choir, Voice Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, and Pep Band

•Recitals, jazz extravaganza, and musical theatre productions

•National and international travel opportunities

Facilities

•Steinway performance grand piano and Bechstein rehearsal grand piano

•Instrumental and choral rehearsal hall

•Music composition computer lab and piano studios

Degree Flexibility

•Designed for seamless transition into four-year music study

•Transfer connection with Minnesota State University Moorhead's BA in Music and Performance

•Many institutions may accept M State credits for transfer in part or in full

School Info

Snapshot

47%

Grad Rate

2.9K

Enrollment

$46K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$6,124

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$6,124

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$21,164

Before aid

Average Net Price

$12,556

After aid

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Program Highlights

Training

•68-credit Associate of Fine Arts in Music on the Fergus Falls campus

•Choral or instrumental emphasis with preparation for advanced music study

•Coursework includes music theory, music history, composition, performance, and music technology

•Personalized instruction in small classes

Performance & Productions

•Concert Band, Concert Choir, Voice Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, and Pep Band

•Recitals, jazz extravaganza, and musical theatre productions

•National and international travel opportunities

Facilities

•Steinway performance grand piano and Bechstein rehearsal grand piano

•Instrumental and choral rehearsal hall

•Music composition computer lab and piano studios

Degree Flexibility

•Designed for seamless transition into four-year music study

•Transfer connection with Minnesota State University Moorhead's BA in Music and Performance

•Many institutions may accept M State credits for transfer in part or in full

Program Highlights

Training

•68-credit Associate of Fine Arts in Music on the Fergus Falls campus

•Choral or instrumental emphasis with preparation for advanced music study

•Coursework includes music theory, music history, composition, performance, and music technology

•Personalized instruction in small classes

Performance & Productions

•Concert Band, Concert Choir, Voice Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, and Pep Band

•Recitals, jazz extravaganza, and musical theatre productions

•National and international travel opportunities

Facilities

•Steinway performance grand piano and Bechstein rehearsal grand piano

•Instrumental and choral rehearsal hall

•Music composition computer lab and piano studios

Degree Flexibility

•Designed for seamless transition into four-year music study

•Transfer connection with Minnesota State University Moorhead's BA in Music and Performance

•Many institutions may accept M State credits for transfer in part or in full

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2026

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Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

Submission Requirements

Transcript

•High school/GED transcripts

•Official college transcripts (if applicable)

-Send to records@minnesota.edu

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

•Complete M State's free online application

Enrollment

•Rolling admissions

•Fergus Falls campus only

Transfer Pathway

M State publishes a seamless transfer connection from this AFA in Music into related bachelor's study at Minnesota State University Moorhead. Other institutions may accept the degree's credits in part or in full.

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What's The Process

Audition Process

•Open-door admission policy

•No audition, portfolio, or interview required for program admission

•Voice Ensemble is an auditioned choir (for ensemble participation, not program admission)

Scholarship Info

Foundation Scholarships

•Fergus Area College Foundation awards scholarships to Fergus Falls campus students

•M State's foundations award more than $280,000 in student scholarships annually

Additional Opportunities

•North Star Promise Scholarship covers remaining tuition and fees for eligible Minnesota residents

•Workforce Development Scholarships provide $2,500 per year for eligible programs

•More than half of M State students attend tuition-free

School Info

Snapshot

47%

Grad Rate

2.9K

Enrollment

$46K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$6,124

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$6,124

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$21,164

Before aid

Average Net Price

$12,556

After aid

Official source College Scorecard

Training

•68-credit Associate of Fine Arts in Music on the Fergus Falls campus

•Choral or instrumental emphasis with preparation for advanced music study

•Coursework includes music theory, music history, composition, performance, and music technology

•Personalized instruction in small classes

Performance & Productions

•Concert Band, Concert Choir, Voice Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, and Pep Band

•Recitals, jazz extravaganza, and musical theatre productions

•National and international travel opportunities

Facilities

•Steinway performance grand piano and Bechstein rehearsal grand piano

•Instrumental and choral rehearsal hall

•Music composition computer lab and piano studios

Degree Flexibility

•Designed for seamless transition into four-year music study

•Transfer connection with Minnesota State University Moorhead's BA in Music and Performance

•Many institutions may accept M State credits for transfer in part or in full

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