Overview

At the University of Bridgeport we offer an experienced and dedicated faculty of artist-teachers, the kind of personal attention and advising usually found at small colleges, and the sort of spacious and well-designed facilities typically found at large universities.

Our Bachelor of Arts degree in Performing Arts: Music allows students to study music in the broad context of a liberal arts education, and as part of a double major with another field. Our Bachelor of Music degree provides pre-professional training in music, including concentrations in Music Business, Music Education, and Music Performance.

Learning Outcomes

By majoring in music at UB, students will:

Develop a strong foundation in the theory and history of music

In the B.M. select one or more musical concentrations—performance, education, or music business—and develop foundational skills in that area

Further develop their skills as a singer or instrumentalist

Possess sufficient musical acumen to make creative contributions to musical performances and ensembles

Further their ability to work in, learn from, and teach groups composed of learners from diverse backgrounds and with multiple skill levels

Be able to connect musical knowledge with the learning occurring in the general education component of the undergraduate curriculum

Programme Structure

Concentrations:

Music Education

Music Business

Music Performance

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-12-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

National Applicants: We accept applications on a rolling basis.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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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

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Other requirements

General requirements

An application for admission. The University accepts both paper and electronic applications, as well as the Common Application.

An official high school transcript

SAT or ACT Scores

Two letters of recommendation (recommended)

Personal statement (recommended)

$25.00 non-refundable application fee

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
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Tuition Fee

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International

32860 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16430 USD per semester during 48 months.
National

32860 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16430 USD per semester during 48 months.
In-State

32860 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16430 USD per semester during 48 months.

Living costs for Bridgeport

1100 - 1600 USD /month

Living costs

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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