Bachelor of Music - Music - Composition

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Summary

Program Description

UConn's bachelor of music degree with an emphasis in composition is intended for students who demonstrate an aptitude for creative thinking and expression through musical composition. Students will be exposed to multiple contemporary techniques and genres and will be encouraged to develop their own compositional style.

The composition degree complements the jazz program, which focuses on jazz composition and arranging.

Student composers will have access to student performers and performance opportunities for their music through existing large and small ensembles. They will also be exposed to major performing artists and ensembles that visit the University of Connecticut under the presentation of the Jorgensen Center for the Performing Arts. In addition, student composers will contribute an emphasis on contemporary music making that will have a positive effect on the musical life of the Department of Music.

Academic Background

Minimum Level of Education Completed

Grade 12 / High School

Minimum GPA

70%

Minimum Language Test Scores

Reading

6.5

Writing

6.5

Listening

6.5

Speaking

6.5

Program Intakes

Open date

August 1, 2024

Submission deadline

June 15, 2025

Open date

August 1, 2025

Submission deadline

June 15, 2026

Cost and Duration

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Program Level

4 year bachelor's degree

Program Length

$18348 USD

Cost of Living

$0 USD

Application fee

$37074 USD / First Year

Gross Tuition

Other Fees

University and Student Fees: $3,428 per year
Health Insurance Fee: $2,835 per year