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Minnesota State Community and Technical College

Fergus Falls, MN

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AFA Music

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AFA Music

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Program profile

Transfer Out

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AFA Music

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Program profile

Transfer Out

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

Grad rate

47%

Enrollment

2.9K

Earnings

$46K

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

Tuition And Expenses · minnesota.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 27, 11:44 PM

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 2027

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Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

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Submission Requirements

These requirements are from the Fall 2026 entry cycle. Fall 2027 requirements are typically posted between August and October and usually change only slightly — confirm on the official source before submitting.

Transcript

High school/GED transcripts

Official college transcripts (if applicable)

Send to records@minnesota.edu

Music · minnesota.edu

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.

Music · minnesota.edu

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

More than half of M State students attend tuition-free

School info

Snapshot

Grad rate

47%

Enrollment

2.9K

Earnings

$46K

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

Tuition And Expenses · minnesota.edu 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

Updated Aug 27, 11:44 PM