Overview

The Audio Recording and Production major at State University of New York at Oswego prepares students for work in the sound recording and production industry across several platforms, and is responsive to contemporary industry demands for a more specific and hands-on educational background.

In addition to core courses in music theory, history and application, students learn a broad range of audio production techniques applicable to music, theater, and electronic media, as well as the opportunity to pursue further subjects on the physics of sound and music, the art of songwriting, and the business of music.

During their studies, students will have the opportunity to gain practical experience through internships at the many arts and broadcasting organizations in Central New York.

Careers

Music producer
Sound engineer/designer
Digital audio editor
Radio broadcast engineer
Live sound mix engineer
Live sound systems engineer
Instrument technician
Acoustical consultant
Dialogue editor (film, TV, and games)
Recording studio manager
Record producer
Sound designer (games, tech and theater)
Audio programmer (video games)

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Music Theory
The Art of Songwriting
Music Literature and History
Electronic Music
Recording Technology
Business of Music

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Oswego, United States

Disciplines

Musicology View 381 other Bachelors in Musicology 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.

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General requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

Mean 89.5 GPA

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

17500 USD / year

≈ 17500 USD / year
Out-of-State

17500 USD / year

≈ 17500 USD / year
Domestic

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In-State

7070 USD / year

≈ 7070 USD / year

Living costs

Oswego

United States

1100 - 1500 USD / month

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