Bowling Green,
OH,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor of Music in Music Composition in Bowling Green United States | Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green State University
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Bowling Green United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
19,600
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Admission to the Bachelor of Music degree program with a composition major requires an audition before the relevant faculty panel. This evaluation can occur during the initial College of Musical Arts instrumental/vocal audition or later during the student's academic journey. All admitted candidates enter as pre-composition majors initially.
Prospective composition students must provide a portfolio showcasing original scores (preferably with accompanying recordings in digital format), demonstrate proficiency in their primary performance area, and attain an excellent result on the music theory placement test. After being admitted as pre-composition majors, students work with advisors to create personalized study plans aligned with degree requirements and individual goals. During their sophomore year, pre-composition students present a collection of original works along with other necessary materials. Those who successfully complete this evaluation process gain full acceptance as composition majors.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
All students who wish to major or minor in music must audition before being accepted to the College of Musical Arts. Students first apply to the University, then select that they want to be a music major. They then must submit an Audition Reservation Form to schedule their audition date. More information about applying.
In the College of Musical Arts we believe that success is based on both musical and academic ability. While your audition is the primary consideration in your application for admission, your academic portfolio is also of great importance. This includes ACT or SAT scores, high school GPA, and your background and experiences in music.
Although the College of Musical Arts has no official test score requirements, we have found that acceptance into the CMA, and academic success in music classes, is most likely to be achieved by students with ACT scores of 22 or higher (1030 SAT). The average student ACT score in the College of Musical Arts is currently 26 (1190 SAT).
Students currently enrolled in other degree programs at Bowling Green State University who wish to transfer into the College of Musical Arts as a major or minor must pass an entrance audition the semester prior to transfer and have a minimum 2.5 grade point average.
Audition repertoire requirements
Music and Academic Tips for preparation
High school coursework/curriculum
Cumulative grade point average
Official ACT or SAT results
Class rank
You've never attended college or all your college credits were earned prior to high school graduation (College Credit Plus or dual-enrollment)
71 TOEFL IBT
69 MELAB
6.0 IELTS
48 Pearson Test of English (PTE)
100 Duolingo English Test Score (temporarily accepted through Spring 2024 admission)
Completion of ELS Intensive English for Academic Purposes Level 112
In the College of Musical Arts we believe that success is based on both musical and academic ability. While your audition is the primary consideration in your application for admission, your academic portfolio is also of great importance. This includes ACT or SAT scores, high school GPA, and your background and experiences in music.
Although the College of Musical Arts has no official test score requirements, we have found that acceptance into the CMA, and academic success in music classes, is most likely to be achieved by students with ACT scores of 22 or higher (1030 SAT). The average student ACT score in the College of Musical Arts is currently 26 (1190 SAT).
Students currently enrolled in other degree programs at Bowling Green State University who wish to transfer into the College of Musical Arts as a major or minor must pass an entrance audition the semester prior to transfer and have a minimum 2.5 grade point average.
Audition repertoire requirements
Music and Academic Tips for preparation
High school coursework/curriculum
Cumulative grade point average
Official ACT or SAT results
Class rank
You've never attended college or all your college credits were earned prior to high school graduation (College Credit Plus or dual-enrollment)
71 TOEFL IBT
69 MELAB
6.0 IELTS
48 Pearson Test of English (PTE)
100 Duolingo English Test Score (temporarily accepted through Spring 2024 admission)
Completion of ELS Intensive English for Academic Purposes Level 112
Tuition
USD
19,600