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BA Music Therapy

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program Recognition

First undergraduate music therapy program of its kind at a public school in Maryland and the Delmarva region.

National Association of Schools of Music accreditation is pending for the Music Therapy major.

Training

Coursework builds music skills alongside psychology, biology, clinical fieldwork, and internship preparation.

Students develop piano, guitar, voice, improvisation, accompaniment, and performance proficiencies for clinical settings.

Graduates are positioned to sit for the Certification Board for Music Therapists exam and apply for state licensure.

School Info

Snapshot

3.72

Avg GPA (W)

87%

Admit Rate

school-wide

68%

Grad Rate

6.1K

Enrollment

$62K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$11,466

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$23,590

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$31,496

Before aid

Average Net Price

$17,743

After aid

Cost Of Attendance · salisbury.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 2d ago

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

First undergraduate music therapy program of its kind at a public school in Maryland and the Delmarva region.

National Association of Schools of Music accreditation is pending for the Music Therapy major.

Training

Coursework builds music skills alongside psychology, biology, clinical fieldwork, and internship preparation.

Students develop piano, guitar, voice, improvisation, accompaniment, and performance proficiencies for clinical settings.

Graduates are positioned to sit for the Certification Board for Music Therapists exam and apply for state licensure.

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

First undergraduate music therapy program of its kind at a public school in Maryland and the Delmarva region.

National Association of Schools of Music accreditation is pending for the Music Therapy major.

Training

Coursework builds music skills alongside psychology, biology, clinical fieldwork, and internship preparation.

Students develop piano, guitar, voice, improvisation, accompaniment, and performance proficiencies for clinical settings.

Graduates are positioned to sit for the Certification Board for Music Therapists exam and apply for state licensure.

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Fee

$50

Deadline

Early DecisionNov 15, 2026

Early ActionDec 1, 2026

Regular DecisionJan 15, 2027

First Year Application · salisbury.edu

Program AppApplication

Dates

Dates TBA

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Acceptd

Auditions · salisbury.edu

Good to Know

Application Process

Apply to Salisbury University and submit the music audition application through Acceptd.

Music Therapy is a separate major in the Peter and Judy Jackson Music Program.

Professional Pathway

The program prepares students for board-certified music therapist careers, clinical training, internship, and CBMT exam eligibility.

What's The Process

Audition Process

Students apply to Salisbury University and audition for acceptance into music degree programs.

Auditions are completed through the Salisbury Acceptd portal in the student's chosen performing area.

Full admission to the music program also includes the Theory Advisory Test.

Scholarship Timing

Music auditions should be completed by March 15 for incoming music student scholarship consideration.

Scholarship Info

Incoming Music Student Scholarships

Music audition must be completed by March 15 for scholarship consideration

Both academic background and talent are among factors considered

School Info

Snapshot

3.72

Avg GPA (W)

87%

Admit Rate

school-wide

68%

Grad Rate

6.1K

Enrollment

$62K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$11,466

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$23,590

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$31,496

Before aid

Average Net Price

$17,743

After aid

Cost Of Attendance · salisbury.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

First undergraduate music therapy program of its kind at a public school in Maryland and the Delmarva region.

National Association of Schools of Music accreditation is pending for the Music Therapy major.

Training

Coursework builds music skills alongside psychology, biology, clinical fieldwork, and internship preparation.

Students develop piano, guitar, voice, improvisation, accompaniment, and performance proficiencies for clinical settings.

Graduates are positioned to sit for the Certification Board for Music Therapists exam and apply for state licensure.

Updated 2d ago