Overview

At Percussion from University of North Carolina School of the Arts you will become proficient in all four areas of instrument study: snare drum, keyboard instruments, timpani and drum set. Instruments available in the percussionist studio include those for concert and classic orchestral pieces, Latin/Afro Cuban style performances, contemporary music and commercial percussion.

Careers

Graduates of the percussion program at UNCSA include musicians in bands in four branches of the military, two musicologists, several active Jazz musicians and members of regional orchestras.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Percussion Ensemble

Large Ensembles for Percussion

Music History/Literature

Performance Hour

Theory

Aural Skills

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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100

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Winston-Salem, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must submit the application and application fee along with the documentation outlined by each department.

Applicants must audition and/or interview

Transcripts MUST be translated to English with both a credential evaluation and GPA equivalent from a certifying agency

Courses in which the applicant is enrolled at the time of application must accompany the application

Undergraduate applicants currently enrolled in American schools may substitute the SAT or ACT score

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

24231 USD / year

≈ 24231 USD / year
Out-of-State

24231 USD / year

≈ 24231 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

6497 USD / year

≈ 6497 USD / year

Living costs

Winston-Salem

United States

864 - 1409 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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Overview

Careers

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

Winston-Salem

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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