Overview

The Music major at Roger Williams University offers a solid understanding in music theory and the principle musical styles in western culture, as well as an introduction to the music of various world cultures. Students study the elements of music and explore their application in various compositional formats. They have the opportunity to study the evolution of popular music as well as the classical forms that have characterized and helped define western culture.

Key Facts

Students in the Music major are encouraged to take advantage of other unique opportunities offered at Roger Williams University, with its strong professional schools that complement the liberal arts curriculum. By adding a minor in Business, Communication or Computer Science, students can prepare themselves for many new opportunities in the field of music beyond the traditional spheres of performance and composition.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Music Theory and Composition

Aural Skills

Music in the USA

Music of Latin America and Caribbean

Music of China and Japan

Music of India and Middle East

Music of Indigenous Peoples

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bristol, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Your personal essay.

Official high school transcript(s)

A minimum of one (1) letter of recommendation; additional letters welcome

First marking period grades for senior year, as well as mid-year grades (once available)

Standardized test scores are optional

TOEFL and IELTS scores are not required. However, we do suggest if you have those scores to send them in order to receive the best admission placement for your English level.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

45648 USD / year

≈ 45648 USD / year
Out-of-State

45648 USD / year

≈ 45648 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

45648 USD / year

≈ 45648 USD / year

Living costs

Bristol

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Music.

Available Scholarships

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Key information

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Credits

Delivered

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Bristol

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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