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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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In-Person or Virtual

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BA Music Industry

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program Recognition

NASM-accredited music degree combining musicianship with business, recording, and production

Training

Applied study, ensembles, theory, ear training, and a senior recital develop professional musicianship

Professional Development

Students build a production portfolio and complete a music-industry internship

Coursework supports work in recording, production, artist management, publishing, and related music businesses

Facilities

Fine Arts Building provides recital and production facilities

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.08

Admit rate

83%

school-wide

Grad rate

37%

Enrollment

2.9K

Earnings

$38K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$12,000

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$23,000

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$31,000

Before aid

Average net price

$18,097

After aid

2026 2027 Cost Of Attendance.Pdf · scsu.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 5h ago

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NASM-accredited music degree combining musicianship with business, recording, and production

Training

Applied study, ensembles, theory, ear training, and a senior recital develop professional musicianship

Professional Development

Students build a production portfolio and complete a music-industry internship

Coursework supports work in recording, production, artist management, publishing, and related music businesses

Facilities

Fine Arts Building provides recital and production facilities

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NASM-accredited music degree combining musicianship with business, recording, and production

Training

Applied study, ensembles, theory, ear training, and a senior recital develop professional musicianship

Professional Development

Students build a production portfolio and complete a music-industry internship

Coursework supports work in recording, production, artist management, publishing, and related music businesses

Facilities

Fine Arts Building provides recital and production facilities

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Fee

Direct Application Fee

$25

Deadline

PriorityDec 1, 2026

Regular DecisionRolling

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Music Industry · scsu.edu

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply to South Carolina State University through the university application

The music audition is separate from ensemble auditions

What's The Process

Audition Process

Complete an audition for acceptance into the selected music specialization area

Demonstrate basic proficiency on the chosen instrument and provide verification of solo or ensemble experience

Complete a diagnostic theory examination for placement

Scholarship Info

Music Scholarships

Select scholarship opportunities are available through the university band and choir

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.08

Admit rate

83%

school-wide

Grad rate

37%

Enrollment

2.9K

Earnings

$38K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$12,000

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$23,000

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$31,000

Before aid

Average net price

$18,097

After aid

2026 2027 Cost Of Attendance.Pdf · scsu.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

NASM-accredited music degree combining musicianship with business, recording, and production

Training

Applied study, ensembles, theory, ear training, and a senior recital develop professional musicianship

Professional Development

Students build a production portfolio and complete a music-industry internship

Coursework supports work in recording, production, artist management, publishing, and related music businesses

Facilities

Fine Arts Building provides recital and production facilities

Updated 5h ago