Bachelor of Music at The University of Montana

    Bachelor of Music at The University of Montana

    Bachelor of Music at The University of Montana

    International students can study the Music at The University of Montana at its main campus in Missoula , United States of America. This Bachelor degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 4 years and is offered at the university's main campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on August 21, 2027.

    About Bachelor of Music

    Study Music at the University of Montana

    Earn your degree in music at the University of Montana in a program that's accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music. Whether your passion is performance, education or composition, we offer flexible degree paths that prepare you for your future.

    As a music major at UM, you'll study with internationally recognized faculty, and have opportunities to pair your music degree with certificates in entertainment management, nonprofit administration, and hundreds of major and minor options to fine-tune your education. You'll also have unique performing opportunities with Symphonic Winds, All-Star Band, Choir and Orchestra, Grizzly Marching Band, Buddy DeFranco Jazz Festival, Vienna Program, UM Summer Music Camps and more.

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Music at The University of Montana

    Entry Requirements

    Academic Eligibility

    First-year students: To be eligible for admission, freshman students must have met/be on track to meet all upper/senior secondary school requirements with the equivalent of a 2.5 GPA to be automatically considered for admission to undergraduate programs.

    Transfer students: Transfer students must have graduated from secondary school and completed at least 12 university-level credits (1 semester) with the equivalent of a 2.0 GPA.

    UM Undergraduate Admissions uses a 4.0 unweighted scale to determine GPA. If your school does not calculate GPA, we will calculate it for you when we evaluate your academic records. 

    Documents for Admission

    Secondary school students/graduates: Please submit academic transcripts/mark sheets for grades 9-12 and secondary school leaving certificates, exam results or diplomas showing secondary school completion (if applicable)

    Students who have completed at least one semester (12 U.S. credits) of university or post-secondary study: university transcript/mark sheets/exam results listing all courses, grades and credits/hours and diplomas/graduation certificates (if applicable). Students who qualify for transfer do not need to submit secondary school documents.

    English translations: All documents not originally issued in English must also be accompanied by word-for-word English translations. You, the applicant, can make the translations yourself.

    Admission consideration for international applicants can proceed with unofficial documents. Unofficial documents are photocopies or scans of original academic documents submitted to University of Montana directly by you, the student. Unofficial documents can be uploaded to your admission portal.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 48
    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 70

    Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Music

    Career development in the music bachelor's degree program

    At UM, we are here to help you achieve your dream career in music. Our faculty members are leading performing artists, educators, composers and scholars who are active both nationally and internationally, and offer the professional connections to help you succeed post-graduation. We are also a small program that offers very big opportunities – allowing you to benefit from musical diversity while enjoying the close mentorship and support of dedicated faculty.

    Scholarships for music majors

    The School of Music at the University of Montana offers both merit-based talent scholarships and tuition waivers to help you with tuition and other education costs. Learn more about scholarship opportunities for music majors.

    Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Music at The University of Montana

    Application Fee 30

    How to Apply for Bachelor of Music at The University of Montana

    1. Complete an online application
    2. Pay the application fee
    3. Submit required application documents

    • English language proficiency requirements
    • Academic records
    • Financial information
    • Copy of passport
    • Transfer form (for transfer students only) 

    You can also download our International Admissions Checklist to help you submit all required materials.

    Bachelor of Music at The University of Montana
    The University of Montana
    The University of Montana
    United States of America

    United States of America, Missoula

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