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    Spelman College

    Bachelor in Music (Bachelor's)

    Atlanta, United StatesTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

    Why students choose this program

    • Taught in English
    • No application fee

    About Bachelor in Music (Bachelor's)

    For Bachelor in Music (Bachelor's), tuition is Tuition and fees are subject to change and are listed in the official college bulletin..

    This programme offers a Bachelor of Arts in Music with a focus on practical performance, composition, and music technology. Students engage in applied lessons, ensemble participation, and a senior exit project. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on training in voice, instruments, and recording techniques. Courses include music theory, history, and specialized topics like African American music and music for film and games.

    Focus areas include Music Technology, Performance, Composition, Music Production, Sound Engineering, Music for Film and Game.

    The programme requires 48 credit hours of music courses, including applied music, ensembles, and a senior project. Students must complete six semesters of Music Seminar and a minimum of six semesters of private lessons.

    Graduates pursue careers as performers, composers, music producers, sound engineers, and music directors in live performance, recording, and media industries.

    Applicants must meet general college admission requirements. A music audition is required for admission to the major. Official transcripts and application materials are submitted through the college admissions office.

    The programme totals about 48 credit hours. On-campus, full-time, typically four years. For international students, tuition is around the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 34% of applicants.

    About Spelman College

    Spelman College has built a longstanding identity as a historically Black women's college centered on academic excellence, leadership and service. Its community includes more than 21,000 alumnae across 47 states and 24 countries, creating connections that continue beyond graduation. Students join a college community shaped by a strong sense of sisterhood and a commitment to preparing women to contribute to public life and their communities. Research and creative work are integrated across all four of Spelman's academic divisions. The College's research activity spans STEM and the arts and sciences, with undergraduate research and training programs, research development, sponsored programs, and evaluation and data support. Faculty mentorship is part of the academic experience, helping students develop as scholars and leaders. Recent student examples include work in history, public policy, law, justice and advocacy, while faculty contributions include research connected to NASA innovation programs. Spelman's Atlanta setting places students in a major city with connections to public policy, education, civic organizations and professional opportunities. The College combines curricular and co-curricular learning with leadership development and public service. International students should know that Spelman's identity is closely tied to its women's college and HBCU traditions, its alumnae network, and its emphasis on intellectual, creative, ethical and leadership development. The College also offers eSpelman Online Certificates for working adults seeking flexible upskilling programs with immediate career impact.

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