Program Details

Music-BA

Bachelor of Arts

Old Dominion University

Transfer Guides are designed to maximize transfer credit as students complete their associate degree at the community college before transferring to the bachelor's degree 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. The following Transfer Guide(s), applicable to this program, are available in the Resource Center.

ODU General Transfer Guide

If there is a program-specific Transfer Guide and a general or general studies Transfer Guide, you are advised to follow the program-specific Transfer Guide. Please see your community college advisor for assistance in selecting the best pathway.

The Bachelor of Arts in Music allows students to specialize in music within a broad liberal arts degree program. Students may select 18 credit hours of upper-level music courses by choosing an emphasis in either music history, music theory or jazz areas. Students planning on graduate study in music theory, history, or jazz should consider this program.

Program Overview & Guidance

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Program Guidance Element	What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree
Considerations When Selecting Courses	Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year Connect with an advisor at your community college and Old Dominion University within your first year
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses	A separate admissions process is required for all students pursing a major within the Music Department at Old Dominion University. Acceptance to the University does not constitute or guarantee acceptance into a music major. For more details please visit our university catalog.
Doing More With Your Degree
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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:

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Applicable Admissions Agreements

The table below lists admissions agreements between Old Dominion University and partner institutions that may guarantee admission to this program if you meet the required criteria. Click on the title name of the agreement to view a summary of those criteria.

Institution Name	Type	Title
Blue Ridge Community College	GAA	Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission Between Old Dominion University and The Virginia Community College System
Central Virginia Community College	GAA	Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission Between Old Dominion University and The Virginia Community College System
Danville Community College	GAA	Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission Between Old Dominion University and The Virginia Community College System
Mountain Gateway Community College	GAA	Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission Between Old Dominion University and The Virginia Community College System
Eastern Shore Community College	GAA	Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission Between Old Dominion University and The Virginia Community College System
Germanna Community College	GAA	Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission Between Old Dominion University and The Virginia Community College System
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College	GAA	Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission Between Old Dominion University and The Virginia Community College System
Brightpoint Community College	GAA	Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission Between Old Dominion University and The Virginia Community College System
Laurel Ridge Community College	GAA	Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission Between Old Dominion University and The Virginia Community College System
Mountain Empire Community College	GAA	Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission Between Old Dominion University and The Virginia Community College System
New River Community College	GAA	Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission Between Old Dominion University and The Virginia Community College System
Northern Virginia Community College	GAA	Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission Between Old Dominion University and The Virginia Community College System
Paul D. Camp Community College	GAA	Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission Between Old Dominion University and The Virginia Community College System
Patrick & Henry Community College	GAA	Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission Between Old Dominion University and The Virginia Community College System
Piedmont Virginia Community College	GAA	Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission Between Old Dominion University and The Virginia Community College System
Rappahannock Community College	GAA	Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission Between Old Dominion University and The Virginia Community College System
Southside Virginia Community College	GAA	Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission Between Old Dominion University and The Virginia Community College System
Southwest Virginia Community College	GAA	Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission Between Old Dominion University and The Virginia Community College System
Tidewater Community College	GAA	Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission Between Old Dominion University and The Virginia Community College System
Virginia Peninsula Community College	GAA	Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission Between Old Dominion University and The Virginia Community College System
Virginia Highlands Community College	GAA	Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission Between Old Dominion University and The Virginia Community College System
Virginia Western Community College	GAA	Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission Between Old Dominion University and The Virginia Community College System
Wytheville Community College	GAA	Transfer Agreement with Guaranteed Admission Between Old Dominion University and The Virginia Community College System

You can view the full text of these Agreements in the Resource Center

What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?

Transfer Guidance Element	What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion	Completion of the general education certificate or a transfer-oriented associate degree program will guarantee completion of the University Core general education component of the ODU undergraduate curriculum but may not fulfill specific departmental requirements or prerequisites needed for the major. With a completed transferrable Associate Degree from VCCS, students may enter ODU as a junior with lower division education requirements considered met as indicated in the pathway map.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School	With a completed transferrable Associate Degree from VCCS, students may enter ODU as a junior with lower division education requirements considered met as indicated in the pathway map. Even if the Associate Degree was completed concurrently while completing their high school requirements.
Credit for Prior Learning	The Office of Prior Learning exists to aid ODU students in translating their professional work knowledge into academic credit. Through the use of various mechanisms, we are able to offer students the opportunity to have their prior learning assessed and applied for academic credit. This path may save the students both time and money as they work toward their degree. If you have military experience, please use our course by course equivalency tool to see how your experiences will transfer.
Did You Know That...	Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree? Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Old Dominion University

College Level Information

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Number of Transfer Students

1627

College Fit Guidance	What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me?	With transfer pathways to all majors with transferable associate degrees, plus 200+ guided pathways specific for applied associate degrees, Old Dominion University is the most transfer-friendly university in Virginia.
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
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions	Guaranteed Admission (GAA) Submit a Letter of Intent to Transfer Apply to ODU after completing 15 credit hours at a VCCS institution with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Apply to ODU for the term following the expected completion term of your associate degree. Follow application processes and deadline dates for special programs, i.e. nursing.

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 visit that program page.

Institution	Title	Degree	Award Name	Award Level	Delivery Mode
Laurel Ridge Community College	Associate of Art degree in Liberal Arts: Visual Arts Major	Associate	Associate of Art	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Virginia Western Community College	Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts Degree Fine Arts Major	Associate	Associate of Arts	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Commonwealth University	Music with concentration in Media Scoring, Bachelor of Arts	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Brightpoint Community College	Associate of Fine Arts Degree in Music	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
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
Bridgewater College	Music Major - BA	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
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
Averett University	Bachelor of Arts in Music	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 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
Randolph-Macon College	Music (BA)	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Brightpoint Community College	Associate of Applied Arts Degree in Visual Arts	Associate	Associate of Applied Arts	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community College	Associate of Applied Arts Degree in Visual Arts - Film Specialization	Associate	Associate of Applied Arts	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community College	Associate of Applied Arts Degree in Visual Arts - Photo Specialization	Associate	Associate of Applied Arts	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Piedmont Virginia Community College	Associate of Arts in Visual and Performing Arts, Arts Major	Associate	Associate of Arts	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Sweet Briar College	Bachelor of Arts in Performing Arts	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Christopher Newport University	Bachelor of Arts in Fine and Performing Arts, Major in Theater, Concentration in Acting	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Christopher Newport University	Bachelor of Arts in Fine and Performing Arts, Major in Theater, Concentration in Arts Administration	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Christopher Newport University	Bachelor of Arts in Fine and Performing Arts, Major in Theater, Concentration in Directing/Dramatic Literature	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Christopher Newport University	Bachelor of Arts in Fine and Performing Arts, Major in Theater, Concentration in Design/Technical Theater	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Christopher Newport University	Bachelor of Arts in Fine and Performing Arts, Major in Theater, Concentration in Musical Theater	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Christopher Newport University	Bachelor of Arts in Fine and Performing Arts, Major in Theater, Concentration in Theater Studies	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Art - Art Education PK-12 BFA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Fine Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Art Studio - Artist’s Books and Printmaking BFA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Fine Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Art Studio - Design in Craft BFA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Fine Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Art Studio - Painting/Drawing BFA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Fine Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Art Studio - Photography BFA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Fine Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Music - Piano Pedagogy Emphasis BA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Music	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Music BA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Music	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Music Education PK-12 - Choral Track BM	Bachelor	Bachelor of Music	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Music Education PK-12 - Instrumental Track BM	Bachelor	Bachelor of Music	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Performance BM	Bachelor	Bachelor of Music	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Theatre - Specialist in Design and Technology BFA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Fine Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Theatre - Specialist in Performance BFA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Fine Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Theatre Education PK-12 BA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Longwood University	Visual and Performing Arts: Theatre Generalist BA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Richard Bland College	Associate of Arts	Associate	Associate of Arts	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
George Mason University	Art and Visual Technology, BA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
George Mason University	Art and Visual Technology, BFA	Bachelor	Bachelor of Fine Arts	4-Year	In-Person
University of Mary Washington	BA in Theatre	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Ferrum College	B.F.A. in Music and Theatre: Professional Stage Performance	Bachelor	Bachelor of Fine Arts	4-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Emory & Henry University	Art: Studio (BA)	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Radford University	BA in Art	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Radford University	BFA in Art	Bachelor	Bachelor of Fine Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Radford University	BS in Art	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person
Radford University	BA in Dance	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Radford University	BFA in Dance	Bachelor	Bachelor of Fine Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Radford University	BFA in Design	Bachelor	Bachelor of Fine Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Radford University	BS in Design	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person
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
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	Bachelor of Architecture in Architecture	Bachelor	Bachelor of Architecture	4-Year	In-Person
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	Bachelor of Arts in Art	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	Bachelor of Fine Arts in Creative Technologies	Bachelor	Bachelor of Fine Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	BS in Apprl, Hsing, & Res Mgt in Fashion Merchandising and Design	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science in Apparel, Housing, and Resource Management	4-Year	In-Person
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design	Bachelor	Bachelor of Fine Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	BS in Industrial Design in Industrial Design	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design	4-Year	In-Person
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	Bachelor of Science in Interior Design	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science	4-Year	In-Person
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	Bach of Landscp Arch in Landscape Architecture	Bachelor	Bachelor of Landscape Architecture	4-Year	In-Person
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	Bachelor of Arts in Music	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	BS in Apprl, Hsing, & Res Mgt in Property Management	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science in Apparel, Housing, and Resource Management	4-Year	In-Person
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	BS in Apprl, Hsing, & Res Mgt in Residential Environments and Design	Bachelor	Bachelor of Science in Apparel, Housing, and Resource Management	4-Year	In-Person
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University	Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art	Bachelor	Bachelor of Fine Arts	4-Year	In-Person
The University of Virginia's College at Wise	Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences, Major in Art	Bachelor	Bachelor of Arts	4-Year	In-Person

Careers Where This Degree Applies

O*Net Code	Name	Description	Parent
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
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
27-1019.00	Artists and Related Workers, All Other	All artists and related workers not listed separately.	Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
27-1012.00	Craft Artists	Create or reproduce handmade objects for sale and exhibition using a variety of techniques, such as welding, weaving, pottery, and needlecraft.	Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
27-1013.00	Fine Artists, Including Painters, Sculptors, and Illustrators	Create original artwork using any of a wide variety of media and techniques.	Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ
27-4021.00	Photographers	Photograph people, landscapes, merchandise, or other subjects. May use lighting equipment to enhance a subject's appearance. May use editing software to produce finished images and prints. Includes commercial and industrial photographers, scientific photographers, and photojournalists.	Arts, Design, Entertainment, Sports, and Media Occ

Cost To Complete

This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 120 credits remaining to be completed

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Estimated Cost for the Plan Name Not Provided at Old Dominion University These costs are based on an estimated 8 semesters or 4 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category		Cost	Basis	Cost (To You)	Estimated Benefits	Net Cost	Notes
Tuition		$268	Per Credit	$32,160	$0	$32,160

*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.

Tuition & Fee Notes:

Additional Fees
- $18 general service fee/semester; $4 ID Card fee/semester; $30/credit hr technology delivered course fee charged for technology delivered courses taken outside of Virginia; Lab and program fees between $10 and 1,500.

Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:

You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.