Overview

Along with the Music major and liberal arts coursework, Music – Vocal majors focus on private study with St. Mary’s University world-renowned vocal faculty members, as well as performances in the high-quality ensembles on campus.

Voice students train rigorously on specific aspects of performance through work in the opera workshop, diction, conducting and vocal pedagogy courses.

What can I do with a degree in Music?

Many St. Mary’s University Music graduates have become successful and respected music educators, performers, administrators and professionals.

Career Paths

Arranger

Arts administration

Composer

Conductor

Freelance musician

Military musician

Music educator

Music business

Music production and technology

Music therapy

Performer and recording artist

Recording and sound engineering

Sales and marketing

Soloist

Symphony musician

Venue production and management

Music Education Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program are some of the highest-achieving high school, middle school and collegiate band directors in Texas. Graduates have also earned administrative positions in school district fine arts departments. If you decide to pursue a teacher certification, there are many careers ahead of you in music education.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Applied music

Aural skills

Conducting

Music education

Music history

Music theory

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

National students: Dec. 15 – Priority application date for admission and general merit scholarships

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

San Antonio, 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.

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Other requirements

General requirements

While there are several options for submitting your application, the online St. Mary’s University application is easy to use and is the quickest way to get your information to the Office of Admission.

High school transcripts(s).

ACT and/or SAT scores or a personal statement. It’s your choice, but one must be submitted.

File your FAFSA and explore Financial Aid.

Submit English Proficiency Scores.

Aside from the admission application, only an in-progress high school transcript is required when applying.

While the following documents are not required, we will accept them in support of your admission application if you choose to submit them:

One letter of recommendation,

Résumé.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

37284 USD / year

≈ 37284 USD / year
Out-of-State

37284 USD / year

≈ 37284 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

37284 USD / year

≈ 37284 USD / year

Living costs

San Antonio

United States

972 - 1507 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 – Vocal.

Available Scholarships

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Overview

What can I do with a degree in Music?

Career Paths

Music Education Career Opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

San Antonio

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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