Undergraduate academic requirements
- Have a 3.00 grade point average (GPA) from a secondary school.
- Must have three years of high school coursework.
- Must have and present a completed high school diploma or certificate.
Degree type
Bachelor's
Key facts
- Duration4 years
- Delivery methodOn campus
- PaceFull-time
- Annual tuition fee39,062USD
- Start dateSep
- QS Ranking#172
Program overview
What Arizona State University says about their program:
The Bachelor of Arts program in Music (Music and Culture), BA at Arizona State University offers a well-rounded liberal arts education. This program provides a strong foundation in music theory and history while exploring music's role in human history and culture.
The curriculum focuses on developing artistic and research skills through performance, composition, and writing about diverse music genres. Students engage with classical and popular music from Western Europe and the United States, as well as various forms from the Middle East, Asia, Latin America, and Africa.
This program is ideal for students interested in a flexible degree that can be tailored to their specific interests and career goals. Graduates can pursue various career paths in music, education, and cultural studies, benefiting from the program's broad elective options.
Admission requirements
Postgraduate academic requirements
- Must have earned a bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution in the U.S. or the equivalent from an international institution.
- Competitive applicants typically have a minimum GPA of 3.00 on a 4.00 scale in the last 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours of undergraduate coursework.
English proficiency
English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.
English proficiency waivers
Documents required
- Completed high school diploma or certificate
Additional requirements
Documents
International applicants must submit official transcripts and examination results from each secondary school, college, university, or technical school attended, with certified English translations for documents not issued in English.
Essays and statements
- Students must submit a writing sample, which is evaluated by all musicology faculty members
Creative and performance
- Students who wish to take studio lessons as part of the degree must audition for the appropriate performance faculty members
Selection
- Students must attend an interview with at least two musicology faculty members
Tests and examinations
ACT or SAT scores are optional for admission and may be submitted for course placement or as supplemental information.
How to apply
2 routes available:
Fees
Arizona State University outlines that tuition and fees are subject to change and may vary by program. Students are encouraged to use the Tuition and Cost of Attendance Estimator for specific cost guidance.
What is the cost of living near Arizona State University?
| Category | Cost (in United States Dollar) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | $1,533 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | $1,345 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | $151 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | $74 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | $61 |
| Monthly public transport pass | $63 |
| Monthly grocery basket | $208 |
| Books and study supplies (monthly) | $110 |
| Coffee shop drink | $6 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | $13 |
| Gym membership | $34 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced), numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and tuition.asu.edu (University published).
Visa requirements for Arizona State University
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