Academics

Fast Facts

The School of Music offers a conservatory approach in a liberal arts setting and is fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music.

We offer Undergraduate programs in Performance, Composition and Music Education and Graduate programs in Performance, Composition, Music Education and Conducting

Our Music Education program is fully approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

Our highly qualified faculty teaches all of our courses. Our graduate assistants do not teach classes.

Excellent studio teachers for all instruments

Ensembles:

Equipment available:

  • 29 grand pianos
  • 22 upright pianos
  • 3 pipe organs
  • 1 electronic practice organ
  • 4 harpsichords
  • 2 clavichords
  • 3 pedal harps
  • Digital recording studio
  • Dedicated rooms for harp, bass, percussion and double reeds

Tuition (2012-13)

Undergraduates

Tuition  $39,038
Room & Board (Double occupancy, standard meal plan)  $11,924
Associated Student Fee  $300
Matriculation Fee (one-time fee)  $150
Books and Supplies (estimate)  $1,665
Medical Insurance (optional)  $1,085

Graduates, Masters in Music

Tuition  $848 per unit
Fees   $74 per semester

Additional Fees and Charges may apply depending on program requirements

For more information, download the School of Music Student Handbook.


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