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BA Music

Instrumental Music

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Training & Performance

Instrumental music concentration within UST's BA Music performance offerings

Private instruction available in piano or other instruments every semester

Core study in music theory, music history, ensembles, and concert attendance

Ensembles

Ensembles include Jazz Ensemble, Chamber Music, Wind Ensemble, and Orchestra

Opera and Musical Theater Workshop is also available to university musicians

Degree Flexibility

Senior recital or substantial research project required

Non-piano majors complete a piano proficiency exam

52 credit hours in the major

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.63

Admit rate

90%

school-wide

Grad rate

69%

Enrollment

3.2K

Earnings

$59K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$35,754

Before aid

Average net price

$19,359

After aid

Tuition · stthom.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Sep 11, 2:47 PM

Program Highlights

Training & Performance

Instrumental music concentration within UST's BA Music performance offerings

Private instruction available in piano or other instruments every semester

Core study in music theory, music history, ensembles, and concert attendance

Ensembles

Ensembles include Jazz Ensemble, Chamber Music, Wind Ensemble, and Orchestra

Opera and Musical Theater Workshop is also available to university musicians

Degree Flexibility

Senior recital or substantial research project required

Non-piano majors complete a piano proficiency exam

52 credit hours in the major

Program Highlights

Training & Performance

Instrumental music concentration within UST's BA Music performance offerings

Private instruction available in piano or other instruments every semester

Core study in music theory, music history, ensembles, and concert attendance

Ensembles

Ensembles include Jazz Ensemble, Chamber Music, Wind Ensemble, and Orchestra

Opera and Musical Theater Workshop is also available to university musicians

Degree Flexibility

Senior recital or substantial research project required

Non-piano majors complete a piano proficiency exam

52 credit hours in the major

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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 (Required)

Upload an unofficial high school transcript; an official transcript is required after an admission decision

Essay (Required)

Submit a 1–2 page personal essay explaining your interest in UST, what you hope to study, and how you will contribute to the community

Music · catalog.stthom.edu

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Program Requirements

Instrumental music is part of UST Music performance offerings in vocal and instrumental music

Private instruction required every semester (2 credit hours per semester)

Must enroll in ensemble every semester and attend at least 10 musical programs or lectures per semester

What's The Process

No Audition Required

Admission is through the university application process

No separate audition is published for the BA Music program

Contact

Dr. Michael Richardson, Department Chair: richarm@stthom.edu

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.63

Admit rate

90%

school-wide

Grad rate

69%

Enrollment

3.2K

Earnings

$59K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$35,754

Before aid

Average net price

$19,359

After aid

Tuition · stthom.edu College Scorecard

Training & Performance

Instrumental music concentration within UST's BA Music performance offerings

Private instruction available in piano or other instruments every semester

Core study in music theory, music history, ensembles, and concert attendance

Ensembles

Ensembles include Jazz Ensemble, Chamber Music, Wind Ensemble, and Orchestra

Opera and Musical Theater Workshop is also available to university musicians

Degree Flexibility

Senior recital or substantial research project required

Non-piano majors complete a piano proficiency exam

52 credit hours in the major

Updated Sep 11, 2:47 PM