1. California State University Northridge
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  3. Bachelors
  4. BM Music Composition

BM Music Composition

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

California State University Northridge

Program Overview

The concentration in Composition is designed for students interested in studying contemporary art music styles and techniques, while writing chamber, symphonic or experimental electronic music. The program is particularly useful for students interested in pursuing advanced studies at the graduate level, ultimately leading to a career in the fields of concert music composition, teaching or academic research. Each semester, composition students have multiple opportunities to perform and record their music on campus, collaborate with professional ensembles and guest artists, and engage in research on contemporary music styles and techniques.

Program Key Stats

$4932 (Annual Cost)



48 %

Eligibility Criteria

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1030
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Additional Information & Requirements

Minimum GPA 3.0 or average of 'B' grades, English language efficiency proof, Proof of financial support, All official transcripts, Copy of the passport, Must have studied English for four years,Mathematics for 4 years, Social science for 2 years, and science for 2 years before applying,Earn a qualifying eligibility index

Career Options

  • Music Therapist
  • Music Composer
  • Instrumentalist
  • High school music teacher
  • Music Journalist

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