Bachelor of Music (B.M.) in Instrumental Performance
The Bachelor of Music degree offers training in the following concentrations: Composition, Performance (Instrumental, Voice, and Keyboard), Jazz Studies, and Music Industry. This degree provides students with focused training in their chosen field while building a strong foundation in music theory, history, and technology. Through individualized instruction, ensemble participation, and hands-on experiences, students develop technical expertise, creative expression, top-tier performance ability, and professional skills.
The curriculum within the A-State Department of Music is diverse and flexible within these concentrations, allowing students to tailor their studies to suit their individual interests and career goals. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in music creation, performance, and production or for further academic study at the graduate level. The Department of Music at Arkansas State University is an accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music.
Intakes
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Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Career Development Plan
- Complete your Handshake profile. This will help you find jobs, internships, volunteer work, and other opportunities to build your resume and make you more marketable.
- Develop a resume and make an appointment with Career Services to review. Once it is completed, upload your resume into your Handshake profile.
- Look at the career options listed on "What Can I Do With This Major?" This link will provide you some examples of what you can do with certain degrees.
- Join a student organization. This will help you become involved on campus and looks great on a resume.
- Start building and maintaining your career portfolio in Handshake and the Reflection portfolio.
PSW Opportunity
Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.
Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).
STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
For undergraduate, freshmen students:
- The minimum Grade Point Average required is a 2.3/4.0 on secondary/high school work.
- For undergraduate, transfer or transient students:
- The minimum Grade Point Average required is a 2.0/4.0 on post-secondary/university/college work
- For undergraduate, post-degree students
- The minimum Grade Point Average required is a 2.0/4.0 on post-secondary/university/college work
English Proficiency Type
IELTS (5.5)
TOEFL-Internet Based (61)
PTE (Pearson Test of English Academic) (43)
Duolingo (110)
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- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
69600 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 50 USD
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