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The College of Music aims to deliver exceptional training in musical disciplines while fostering innovation and scholarship across composition, education, music history, teaching methods, performance, and music theory. Through this mission, the college enhances musical experiences for students, the university population, and Tennessee residents. Prospective music students (both first-year and transfers) must complete an applied music audition and theory assessment. Those pursuing music education, music history, or music theory/composition must additionally interview with relevant faculty. Official music major status requires passing the audition and, where applicable, completing the interview. A theory placement test is also administered, with results guiding course assignments in both applied music and theory. These evaluations should occur during a campus visit before classes commence. Applicants should arrange these requirements with the College of Music well in advance, preferably before summer orientation. Music education candidates follow identical audition processes as performance majors. Following their second year or required coursework completion, students undergo an interview with an Admissions Board. Successful candidates gain entry to the Teacher Education Program, qualifying them for advanced education courses.