Overview

The BA in Music and Computing at Roosevelt University provides general courses from both music composition and computer science including music theory, music composition techniques, form and analysis, instrumentation and orchestration, electro-acoustic music, mathematics, database systems, operating systems, software engineering, algorithmic design, and programming languages.

Degree requirements

Students will complete this degree with the Capstone Project that showcases a creative application using music and computer programming. The degree entails general studies (40 credit hours),

Programme Structure

Courses offered:

The Vernacular Music Of The United States

History Of Western Music

Musicianship: Written Skills

Musicianship: Aural Skills

Musicianship: Piano Skills

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-01 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

121 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

Music Web Technologies & Cloud Computing Music Composition View 335 other Bachelors in Music Composition in United States

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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

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete the online application.

Provide cumulative high school GPA for at least 3 years of study and SAT/ACT test scores, test optional for most majors. Self-report information is accept for most programs but an official transcript might be required for admission.

Coursework completed outside the U.S. requires a Foreign Credential Evaluation to be submitted.

English Language Proficiency: All international students and individuals who completed a degree program outside the United States are required to meet this requirement.

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Tuition Fee

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International

21000 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21000 USD per year during 48 months.
National

21000 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21000 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

21000 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21000 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Chicago

1297 - 2491 USD /month

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Scholarships Information

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