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Bachelor of Arts
Averett University
Program Details
Bachelor of Arts in Music
Bachelor of ArtsBachelor of Arts in Music
Averett University
Located in the Emily Swain Grousbeck Music Center, the Department of Music offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music. Students may elect a concentration in Church Music or Music Performance (Keyboard, Instrumental, and Vocal). Students interested in pursuing teaching licensure will elect a Bachelor of Arts in Teaching Licensure in Instrumental Music (PK-12). Graduates are prepared for leadership positions in church music, public school teaching, or private teaching and performance. These areas of study also are designed for students who want to further their education in graduate school or seminary.
Program Overview & Guidance

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Program Credit Requirements

Credit and Course Requirements for the Program are expected in a future release. Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. If you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.
If you wish to see how your credits may apply, you can:
If you wish to see how your credits may apply, you can:
- Contact the institution where a staff member can help you map your credits to the requirements for this program.
- View the program requirements listed in the institution's catalog.
Applicable Admissions Agreements

There are no Applicable Admission Agreements for the Program.
What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?

Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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Associate Transfer Degree Completion | If student has earned an Associate of Arts or an Associate of Science from the community college setting, it will be accepted for transfer credit. Ds will be awarded transfer credit, except for a D in ENG111. |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School | Students who complete an Associate of Arts or an Associate of Science through dual enrollment credits are treated as first time freshman but have the same rights and privileges of transfer direct from the community college setting. If student has earned an Associate Degree, Ds will be awarded transfer credit, except for a D in ENG111. |
Credit for Prior Learning | Averett accepts CLEP, DANTES, AP, IB and Cambridge credits for students who meet specified scores. Students also have an option to complete a Portfolio course to request consideration to earn University credits for other prior learning. |
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College Level Information

Number of Transfer Students
94
Percent of Accepted Transfer Students
34.3% of 842 Transfer students who applied were accepted.
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Transfer Student Catalog Year | Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance |
First Year Student Catalog Year | Catalog year determined by first semester of attendance |
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Where Can This Degree Transfer

This section displays degrees most closely related to this program
and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the
next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to
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Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
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Brightpoint Community College | Associate of Fine Arts Degree in Music | Associate | Associate of Fine Arts | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
Northern Virginia Community College | Music, A.F.A. | Associate | Associate of Fine Arts | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
Tidewater Community College | Associate of Fine Arts - Music | Associate | Associate of Fine Arts | 2-Year | In-Person |
Bridgewater College | Music Major - BA (Music Performance Track) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Emory & Henry University | Music (BA) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Emory & Henry University | Music Performance (BA) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Emory & Henry University | Music Instrumental Teacher Preparation (BA) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Emory & Henry University | Music Voice Performance (BA) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Emory & Henry University | Music Vocal Teacher Preparation (BA) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Randolph-Macon College | Music (BA) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Randolph-Macon College | Religious Studies (BA) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Eastern Mennonite University | Bachelor of Arts Music | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Hollins University | BA in Music | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Richard Bland College | Associate of Arts | Associate | Associate of Arts | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
Radford University | BA in Music | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Radford University | BM in Music | Bachelor | Bachelor of Music | 4-Year | In-Person |
Radford University | BS in Music | Bachelor | Bachelor of Science | 4-Year | In-Person |
The University of Virginia's College at Wise | Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Major in Music | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Virginia Wesleyan University | Bachelor of Arts in Music | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Virginia Wesleyan University | Bachelor of Musical Arts | Bachelor | Bachelor of Musical Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Virginia Wesleyan University | Bachelor of Arts in Digital Music (Online Program) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | Online |
Norfolk State University | Bachelor of Music in Music | Bachelor | Bachelor of Music | 4-Year | In-Person |
Norfolk State University | Bachelor of Music in Music Education | Bachelor | Bachelor of Music | 4-Year | In-Person |
William & Mary | Music - Bachelor of Arts | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
University of Mary Washington | BA in Music | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Bluefield University | BA in Music - Applied Piano | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Bluefield University | BA in Music - Church Music | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Bluefield University | BA in Music - General Music | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Art degree in Liberal Arts: Fine Arts Major | Associate | Associate of Art | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
Virginia Western Community College | Associate of Arts Degree in Fine Arts | Associate | Associate of Arts | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
James Madison University | Bachelor of Music, Major in Music | Bachelor | Bachelor of Music | 4-Year | In-Person |
James Madison University | Bachelor of Arts, Major in Music | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
George Mason University | Music, BA | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
George Mason University | Music, BM | Bachelor | Bachelor of Music | 4-Year | In-Person |
Old Dominion University | Music Composition-BM | Bachelor | Bachelor of Music | 4-Year | In-Person |
Old Dominion University | Music-BA | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Old Dominion University | Music Education-BM | Bachelor | Bachelor of Music | 4-Year | In-Person |
Old Dominion University | Music Performance-BM | Bachelor | Bachelor of Music | 4-Year | In-Person |
Old Dominion University | Sound Recording Technology-BM | Bachelor | Bachelor of Music | 4-Year | In-Person |
Shenandoah University | Bachelor of Music Jazz Studies | Bachelor | Bachelor of Music | 4-Year | In-Person |
Shenandoah University | Bachelor of Music Performance | Bachelor | Bachelor of Music | 4-Year | In-Person |
Virginia Commonwealth University | Music, Bachelor of Arts | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Virginia Commonwealth University | Music with concentration in Music Education/Instrumental, Bachelor of Music | Bachelor | Bachelor of Music | 4-Year | In-Person |
Virginia Commonwealth University | Music with concentration in Music Education/Vocal-Choral, Bachelor of Music | Bachelor | Bachelor of Music | 4-Year | In-Person |
Virginia Commonwealth University | Music with concentration in Performance/Guitar, Bachelor of Music | Bachelor | Bachelor of Music | 4-Year | In-Person |
Virginia Commonwealth University | Music with concentration in Performance/Jazz Studies, Bachelor of Music | Bachelor | Bachelor of Music | 4-Year | In-Person |
Virginia Commonwealth University | Music with concentration in Performance/Piano, Bachelor of Music | Bachelor | Bachelor of Music | 4-Year | In-Person |
Virginia Commonwealth University | Music with concentration in Performance/Strings, Bachelor of Music | Bachelor | Bachelor of Music | 4-Year | In-Person |
Virginia Commonwealth University | Music with concentration in Performance/Voice, Bachelor of Music | Bachelor | Bachelor of Music | 4-Year | In-Person |
Virginia Commonwealth University | Music with concentration in Performance/Winds and Percussion, Bachelor of Music | Bachelor | Bachelor of Music | 4-Year | In-Person |
Randolph-Macon College | Music with Education Minor for VA Teaching Licensure in Instrumental Music (BA) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Randolph-Macon College | Music with Education Minor for VA Teaching Licensure in Vocal/Choral Music (BA) | Bachelor | Bachelor of Arts | 4-Year | In-Person |
Careers Where This Degree Applies

O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
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27-2041.00 | Music Directors and Composers | Conduct, direct, plan, and lead instrumental or vocal performances by musical artists or groups, such as orchestras, bands, choirs, and glee clubs; or create original works of music. | Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ |
27-2042.00 | Musicians and Singers | Play one or more musical instruments or sing. May perform on stage, for broadcasting, or for sound or video recording. | Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ |
25-1126.00 | Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary | Teach courses in philosophy, religion, and theology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
25-2031.00 | Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | Teach one or more subjects to students at the secondary school level. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
25-1121.00 | Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary | Teach courses in drama, music, and the arts including fine and applied art, such as painting and sculpture, or design and crafts. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
Cost To Complete
