What will I learn?

The Bachelor of Arts in Music program gives you the flexibility to study different topics within the Departments of Music, while also exploring a variety of other subjects, including philosophy, theology, and science. You can choose a performance emphasis, or a music history and literature emphasis, or no emphasis, giving you the greatest flexibility. Studying music within the broader context of the liberal arts will allow you to explore your passion for music while also challenging you to discover new interests.

These programs are recommended for students who desire basic music training within a broad liberal arts education, as opposed to the more specialized preparation provided by the Bachelor of Music degree.

Which department am I in?

Benjamin T. Rome School of Music, Drama, and Art

Study options

Full Time (8 Semesters)

Tuition fees

$56,930.00 (48,03,409) per year

University Services Fee - 590

Start date

Expected August 2027

Venue

CUA Campus

620 Michigan Ave., N.E.,

Chicago,

Washington,

20064, South, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

International students applying to Catholic University must have successfully completed a university preparatory course of study at a secondary school (a minimum of 12 years of primary and secondary school training comprising the equivalent to a U.S. high school diploma).

Acceptable Test Scores

TOEFL - 80 Internet (should have at least 20 out of 30 in each category); 150 Paper; 213 Computer.

IELTS - 6.5 (individual test module scores are also reviewed in addition to the overall score to ensure proficiency)

Duolingo - 105

PTE - 58

Application deadline for Fall semester (Sept. to Dec.): Nov. 1 - Early Action and Early Decision I application deadline; Feb. 1 - Regular Decision and Early Decision II application deadline.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.