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Swarthmore College

Swarthmore, PA

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BA Music

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Music Study

•Combines theory, musicianship, history, ethnomusicology, composition, ensembles, and individualized upper-level study

•Course and honors pathways support research, performance, and interdisciplinary work

School Info

Snapshot

4.17

Avg GPA (W)

Admit Rate

school-wide

92%

Grad Rate

1.6K

Enrollment

$80K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$73,204

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$98,370

Before aid

Average Net Price

$23,149

After aid

Official source College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 4, 8:11 PM

Program Highlights

Music Study

•Combines theory, musicianship, history, ethnomusicology, composition, ensembles, and individualized upper-level study

•Course and honors pathways support research, performance, and interdisciplinary work

Program Highlights

Music Study

•Combines theory, musicianship, history, ethnomusicology, composition, ensembles, and individualized upper-level study

•Course and honors pathways support research, performance, and interdisciplinary work

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Deadline

Fall Early DecisionNov 15, 2026

Winter Early DecisionRegular DecisionJan 4, 2027

TransferApr 1, 2027

Application Materials Deadlines · swarthmore.edu

Good to Know

Application Logistics

•Apply to Swarthmore through the college application; academic majors are selected after enrollment

What's The Process

Admission

•No audition or portfolio is required for admission to the major; optional arts supplements may be submitted through the applicant portal

School Info

Snapshot

4.17

Avg GPA (W)

Admit Rate

school-wide

92%

Grad Rate

1.6K

Enrollment

$80K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$73,204

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$98,370

Before aid

Average Net Price

$23,149

After aid

Official source College Scorecard

Music Study

•Combines theory, musicianship, history, ethnomusicology, composition, ensembles, and individualized upper-level study

•Course and honors pathways support research, performance, and interdisciplinary work

Updated Aug 4, 8:11 PM