Overview

The Bachelor of Music in Percussion program at the University of Northern Iowa provides students with a broad understanding of percussion instruments and techniques. Through coursework in music theory, history, and performance, students develop proficiency in a range of percussion instruments, including timpani, marimba, vibraphone, snare drum, and drum set. Faculty members, who are experienced performers and educators, provide individualized instruction, fostering students' growth as musicians, scholars, and leaders in the field. Graduates of the program have pursued careers in music education, performance, and music therapy, as well as graduate study in percussion performance and pedagogy.

Small Ensembles

When you get involved in music at UNI, you’re not only able to join a large ensemble and play with dozens of other student musicians, you’re also offered the chance to participate in smaller, more specialized ensembles.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Music Theory and Musicianship I-IV
Applied Percussion Lessons
Percussion Ensemble
Jazz Band or Wind Symphony (for jazz studies emphasis)
History of Western Music
World Music
Music and Culture

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00

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UNI operates on a rolling admissions basis.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cedar Falls, 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

Completed application for undergraduate admission
Official high school transcripts or GED score report
ACT or SAT scores
Audition on snare drum, marimba, and timpani (or drum set for jazz studies emphasis)
Completion of Music Theory I, with a grade of "C" or better

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

22359 USD / year

≈ 22359 USD / year
Out-of-State

22359 USD / year

≈ 22359 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

20950 USD / year

≈ 20950 USD / year

Living costs

Cedar Falls

United States

1119 - 1737 USD / month

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Small Ensembles

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Cedar Falls

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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