About the B.A. in Music at UW
The B.A. in music degree is for those who have musical talents and interests (vocal
or instrumental) and would like more flexibility in a music degree to take a variety
of courses outside the major.
This is a broad liberal arts degree with a 58-credit core music curriculum. Majors
have the freedom to explore the potential for future careers in the music and arts
industry such as arts management, entrepreneurship and audio technology.
The B.A. degree is the only music degree at UW for which there is no required entrance audition. Students may, however, audition for scholarship consideration during our annual Audition Days.
Music Minor
A minor in music consists of 18 credit hours intended to broaden a student’s musical skills as well as foster musical talents while they are pursuing a separate major. Acceptance to the minor is by audition only, so get started today!
Learn MoreWhat Can You Do with a Music Degree?
In addition to honing your music performance skills, a B.A. in music opens several career paths to choose from. Some graduates go on to teach, while others pursue graduate studies or audio engineering. This degree is designed with flexibility in mind—so it really comes down to what you want to do!
- Education
- Music Therapy
- Arts Management/Administration
- Music Contract Law
- Radio Programming
- Audio Recording/Engineering
- Acoustic Engineering
- Arts Advocacy
- Arts Councils
- Gaming Music Composition
- Arts Management programs at Florida State University
- Music Therapy program at Colorado State University and Queen Margaret’s University, Scotland
- Grand Teton Music Festival (music education outreach coordinator)
- St. John’s Health System
- Jackson, WY (music therapist)
- Self-employed music therapist
- UW Foundation (associate director of stewardship)
- Westword magazine (marketing and promotions coordinator)
- and more!
A bachelor's in music is great preparation for becoming a music teacher! Some students choose to pursue a teaching certificate after obtaining their B.A. in music, while others choose to join our music education program. Explore your options, talk to your advisor and find the best fit for you!
Yes! According to the Department of Music's Learning Outcomes, "Students will demonstrate a level of competence as solo and ensemble performers appropriate for a musician educated in the liberal arts." There are multiple ways to fulfill this requirement, allowing students to choose the path that best aligns with their interests and strengths.
