Program Recognition
•Bullet: NASM-accredited (National Association of Schools of Music)
•Bullet: All-Steinway School
Training
•Bullet: Applied study in both classical and jazz guitar with performing St. Louis-region faculty
•Bullet: Liberal-arts BA in Music with space to combine guitar study with a second major or minor
Performance & Productions
•Bullet: Play in guitar and jazz combos and the UMSL Jazz Orchestra, plus chamber ensembles
•Bullet: Large-ensemble performance at the Touhill Performing Arts Center
Facilities
•Bullet: Newly renovated Creative Arts Building (opened October 2025, $10M project) with expanded practice rooms
Degree Flexibility
•Bullet: BA structure supports double majors and minors alongside guitar study
