Bachelor of Music at University at Albany

    Bachelor of Music at University at Albany

    Bachelor of Music at University at Albany

    The Music at University at Albany is a Full Time Bachelor program offered at the university's main campus in Albany, United States of America. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 4 years. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on August 19, 2027.

    About Bachelor of Music

    Explore a Professional Career in Music

    Pursue a career in teaching, performance, arts administration, or the music industry with the bachelor's in music program at the University at Albany. Whether your goal is professional activity or graduate study, our program allows you to expand your knowledge and further your technical skills. Graduates work in non-profit and commercial settings such as choral organizations, churches, opera houses, orchestra management, recording studios, and educational institutions of all levels.

    Student Learning Objectives

    Learning objectives that UAlbany students are expected to attain through their course of study within their academic program.

    Bachelor of Arts
    Bachelor of Arts

    Unless otherwise indicated, these objectives apply to the General (36 credit) music major. Each objective pertains to a different aspect of the curriculum (i.e., theory, history/musicology, performance, composition).

    • Demonstrate fluency in reading and writing musical notation and analyzing the formal structure and technical language of composition.
    • Be able to identify the major composers and repertory of each style period in European music history and to discuss the cultural and political context of each era.
    • Acquire specific knowledge of music as a form of artistic and cultural expression through examination of diverse repertories (i.e., beyond European art music).
    • Demonstrate basic performance skills at the keyboard, sight-singing, and in ensemble. Departmental concentrators apply the technical and interpretive skills necessary for effective solo performance on an instrument or voice.
    • Apply skills learned to independent creative projects demonstrating interpretive techniques and individual expression.

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Music at University at Albany

    Entry Requirements

    All applicants must arrange for their official school and/or college transcripts to be sent to us.

    • First-year (freshmen) applicants: You must submit an official transcript from your secondary school for admissions purposes.

    • Transfer applicants: You must submit official transcripts of all college and/or university work, even if you don't expect to receive transfer credit. If you've completed fewer than 24 transferable college credits, you'll also need to submit an official transcript from your secondary school for admissions purposes.

    If you are admitted, you will also need to submit an official final transcript from your secondary school showing your date of graduation.

    Academic transcripts in languages other than English must be accompanied by an official, certified English translation.

    All transcripts should be sent to:

    Office of International Admissions & Recruitment
    University at Albany Science Library G 40
    1400 Washington Avenue
    Albany, NY 12222 USA

    Transcript Evaluation 

    A transcript evaluation allows the review committee to correctly compare the quality of your school, coursework and grades with all other applicants. 

    Although not required, we accept SpanTran or WES evaluations sent from the organization directly to the University at Albany.

    Other evaluation services can only be used if they require official documents directly from the institution of higher education, not the student, to evaluate coursework. The organization must also be accredited by NACES.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 50
    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 70

    Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Music

    The bachelor's in music program prepares you for career paths including:

    • Performance
    • Teaching
    • Arts Administration
    • Music Industry

    Graduates work in non-profit and commercial settings that include choral organizations, churches, opera houses, orchestra management, recording studios, and educational institutions of all levels.

    You can also embark on graduate study after earning a bachelor's to pursue a professional career in music.

    Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Music at University at Albany

    Application Fee 75

    How to Apply for Bachelor of Music at University at Albany

    • Step 1: Submit an application
    • Step 2: Send your transcript(s)
    • Step 3: Submit your test scores (if applicable)
    • Step 4: Submit a financial statement
    • Step 5: Submit a letter of recommendation (if applicable)
    • Step 6: Review the checklist
    Bachelor of Music at University at Albany
    University at Albany
    University at Albany
    United States of America

    United States of America, Albany

    WhatsApp student consultation with YouApply