Bachelor's in Music

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Why Study Music? 

Our rigorous Bachelor of Arts in Music program prepares you to perform at a professional level and successfully compete in your chosen career field—performance, composition, direction or sound production. Students who want to teach music in schools can earn a minor in education, which will lead to a K-12 Missouri teaching certification. 

What You'll Learn 

Your path to a career in music starts with a foundation in musicianship and performance. You will gain insights into music history and theory along with exposure to music from other cultures and countries while enhancing your aural skills (including sight singing, ear training, rhythmic reading, dictation and part singing). As a result, you will gain confidence and competence in performing on your own or as part of an ensemble.

Program Details

A Bachelor’s degree prepares you for a rising career and for future graduate study by emphasizing clear communication, critical thinking, and a leading-edge understanding of your chosen field. View the core requirements and electives needed to earn a Bachelor's in Music from Columbia College.

  • Vocal Performance
  • Piano Performance
  • Music Education
  • General Studies in Music

Pair your degree with a related minor or explore your other interests without taking on a full course load.

The Art/Music Talent Scholarship is available to incoming students committed to majoring or minoring in Art or Music. Students must apply for the award. The scholarship awards $1,000 to $2,000 annually, or $4,000 to $8,000 four-year value.

Careers & Outcomes 

This program prepares you to perform at a professional level and successfully compete in your chosen career field. This may include music performance, composition or direction—or it may be a related role such as sound production or film analysis. You will also be prepared to pursue a graduate degree in the performance arts. 

Students who intend to teach music in schools can earn a minor in education, which will lead to a K-12 Missouri teaching certification. 

Possible paths include: 

  • Music Director
  • Music Educator
  • Conductor
  • Church Musician/Leader
  • Collaborative Pianist
  • Producer
  • Performer
  • Musicologist
  • Composer
  • Nonprofit Arts Organization

Where You Can Take Classes

At Columbia College, our flexible options make it easy to adapt to changing circumstances and pursue your education wherever life takes you. Many of our degrees are offered 100% online. If you prefer a traditional classroom experience, you can attend selected classes at our nationwide locations or at our main campus in Columbia, Missouri. Students at all locations will engage with multiple learning methods, including online and virtual while completing their degree.

Classes Available In Seat

Day Campus - Columbia, MO

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