Music, Dual B.Mu./M.Mu. Program

If determined to be qualified by typical admission measures, students can begin taking coursework toward the master’s degree program while still completing their final year of bachelor’s work. Admission to the graduate program is provisional, contingent upon successful completion of the bachelor’s degree, maintenance of the required 3.5 GPA and performance in the graduate-level courses taken during the bachelor’s degree. Bachelor’s students who have earned 30 hours of academic credit at Georgia State (excluding AP or transfer credits) and have no more than 90 hours with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 at Georgia State are eligible to apply for the dual-degree program.

Students apply for admission using the university dual-degree application form by posted college deadlines. Applications are submitted to the college’s Office of Academic Assistance, which is the primary unit responsible for administering the dual degree admissions, student tracking and graduate course plan approval processes.

A separate application to the School of Music is also required. Students must submit any required pre-screening audition materials and must complete in-person auditions to be accepted. These deadlines and audition dates can be found on the School of Music website.

• Bachelor’s students who have earned 30 hours of academic credit at Georgia State (excluding AP or transfer credits) and have no more than 90 hours with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 at Georgia State are eligible to apply for the dual-degree program.
• Students apply for admission using the university dual degree application form by posted college deadlines. Applications are submitted to the college’s Office of Academic Assistance, which is the primary unit responsible for administering the dual degree admissions, student tracking and graduate course plan approval processes.
• Decisions of admission into the dual-degree program are made at the department level using the program application and other materials submitted by the student.
• Students must also apply to graduate admissions and the School of Music for acceptance into the graduate music program.

All Core Requirements (Areas A-E),  Area F (Courses Related to the Major) , and CTW Required Courses.  The senior year and fifth year will be comprised of 36 hours of graduate coursework (Courses Related to the Major).

https://catalogs.gsu.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=39&poid=11860&utm_source=program-list&utm_campaign=catalog

There is an applied music fee of $350 per semester for a one-hour (8000 level) lesson and $200 per semester for a half-hour (6000 level) lesson. Additional lab fees for certain courses may apply.

The Georgia State School of Music provides unparalleled opportunities to study and work among an inspiring community of musicians in one of America’s most vibrant urban centers. Students receive exceptional training, are provided with meaningful opportunities and begin serious careers no matter what type of music drives their passion. The goals and outcomes from a graduate degree include:

• Ensuring comprehensive exposure to an array of perspectives as represented by the various faculty approaches to music performance, music history, music theory and teaching styles.
• Honoring the continuing traditions of music making and pedagogy while exploring new forms and contemporary issues within the various musical fields.
• Developing pedagogical skills and strategies through teaching assistantships for undergraduate-level courses.
• Preparing students for a professional career in music through rigorous performance preparation, exposure to important repertoire and attention to practical business aspects of various musical careers.