Overview

The Commercial Music (Artist Development) BM programme from the Liberty University mission is to help you use your talents to create artistic music that glorifies God – regardless of genre. Partner with us and make an impact in the commercial music industry.

Throughout this bachelor’s degree in commercial music, you can learn musical theories and techniques behind multiple music genres, along with the fundamentals of recording and producing commercial music. Our Bachelor of Music programme is taught from a biblical worldview, allowing you to explore music as both art and worship.

By earning this degree, you can prepare for a career as a singer, songwriter, or musician through hands-on classes, practicums, and internships that will help you gain the experience you need to stand out.

If you choose to pursue our performance specialization, you can work to develop your personal musical identity and philosophy. You can study the connection between music and culture, working to create art that reflects God’s love and truth. You can also learn how to plan a live performance and create an experience that blends both artistic and worshipful elements. You have been blessed with talent, and our bachelor’s in commercial music performance will teach you how to use your talents to create music that positively impacts the music industry and the world.

Career Opportunities:

Music director
Musician
Singer
Songwriter
Worship leader

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Music, Art, Worship, and Culture
Leadership, Philosophy, Music, and Organization
Artist Spiritual Formation
Artist Presentation
Harmonic Practices and Theory

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00 , International

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International students: we recommend that you apply at least three months before the semester in which you plan to attend begins.

Language

English

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Credits

127 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lynchburg, United States

Disciplines

Music Liberal Arts View 1425 other Bachelors in Liberal Arts in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.1

English requirements

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General requirements

Admission decisions are competitive and are based primarily on the following factors:

Cumulative (unweighted) GPA from high school or college

GED scores (if applicable)

Consistency and trends of grades

Results from the SAT, ACT, or CLT

Essay submission

50% of admitted students come from within the following mid-ranges:

High School GPA: 3.15-3.83

SAT (ERW* and math only): 1020-1220

ACT composite: 20-27

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

24650 USD / year

≈ 24650 USD / year
Out-of-State

24650 USD / year

≈ 24650 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

24650 USD / year

≈ 24650 USD / year

Living costs

Lynchburg

United States

942 - 1540 USD / month

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

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

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Disciplines

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What students do after studying

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General requirements

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