The bachelor of arts in music, the traditional liberal arts music track, allows time for a second major or a minor, if carefully planned. An international or urban semester is also possible.
Foundations
B.A. students in music at Valpo must complete the general education requirements for the B.A. This University-wide core strengthens communication and critical thinking skills while introducing global cultures and traditions.
Required Courses
The required courses for the major include the standard music core and the coursework for one of the three concentrations.
The B.A. in music requires a concentration of at least nine credits. Students can choose from one of three options.
MUSIC CORE 31 credits
September 2025
College of Arts and Sciences
Valparaiso University,
1400 Chapel Drive,
VALPARAISO,
Indiana,
46383, United States
Applicants are required to have High School graduation.
English language requirements: TOEFL (75 iBT minimum); IELTS (6.0 minimum); iTEP (3.8 or higher); PTE (56 or higher); SAT (Reading & Writing score of 500); ACT (English score of 24); GCE or GCSE English exam (Grade of A or B); IB Higher Level English Exam (Score of 5, 6, or 7 or grade A or B); Completion of at least 2 consecutive years of high school and graduate from a US based high school; Completion of Level 112 at an ELS Language Center.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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