Bachelor of Music in Music
Students pursuing a Bachelor of Music (B.M.) degree select one of the following concentrations: Music Education, with a vocal/choral or instrumental track; Music Therapy; or Music Business.
Music Education Concentration
The Bachelor of Music with a concentration in Music Education prepares students for a career as a choral director, instrumental director, or general music teacher in public schools. In accordance with certification guidelines (PK-12) established by the Commonwealth, students may choose either a vocal/choral or an instrumental concentration.
Vocal/choral students pursue applied music study in voice, keyboard, or guitar. Instrumental students have applied study on a band/orchestra instrument or guitar. Both concentrations receive a solid foundation of pedagogical skills and professional knowledge, with many opportunities to observe and participate in public school settings, PK-12.
Music Therapy Concentration
The music therapy concentration is uniquely structured to provide not only an intensive study of music but also an in-depth understanding of the behavioral and natural sciences (such as psychology and biology). Music used as a therapeutic modality is frequently applied to a wide range of people with psychological, physical, emotional, social, or cognitive disabilities. The curriculum is structured to provide intensive coverage of these areas throughout the four-year program.
Music Business Concentration
The Bachelor of Music with a concentration in Music Business is designed to provide students with a professional degree in music that is focused on the commercial music, performing arts, and entertainment industries.
Campus Information
Radford
Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Southwest Virginia, Radford University provides a stunning backdrop for learning and exploration. Campus is 36 miles southwest of Roanoke, Virginia on Route 11 and I-81 in the New River Valley.
Intakes
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Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Political science doesn't prepare students for A career. Political Science prepares you for DOZENS of careers. How can we say that? Because Political Science immerses you in the skills that employers want:
- Critical thinking,
- Information literacy,
- Oral and written communication,
- Ethical citizenship,
- Problem solving,
- Understanding of diversity/global issues,
- Collaboration
Political Science majors get jobs. In fact, Political Science is a growth industry. Many employers hire Political Science majors over others because our unique set of skills makes our majors ready to engage in high-level strategic work from Day One on the job. Political Science majors are leaders, whose knowledge of history and culture assist them in dealing with clients and dealing with new market trends. A survey of employers for the American Association of Colleges & Universities found that critical thinking, clear communication, and problem solving were more important than any particular undergraduate major in hiring decisions. These are exactly the skills developed and reinforced in Radford’s general education and Political Science curricula.
PSW Opportunity
Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.
Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).
STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.
Contact our PSA counselor for more information
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Freshmen applicants who meet the following criteria will receive direct admission to Radford University
- Submission of high school transcript. An unofficial copy may be used for admission review; however, an official copy is required prior to enrollment.
- 3.3 cumulative GPA
- Passing grade in Algebra II
- * To be admitted directly to the nursing program, applicants must have a 3.5 GPA and a passing grade in either Biology and Chemistry OR Anatomy & Physiology. Nursing applicants with a GPA between 3.0 and 3.49 are eligible for admission to Radford University as a pre-nursing student.
TOEFL 68
IELTS 6.0*
SAT 480**
PTE 50
TIE B2
Duolingo 95
HKDSE 4
Cambridge/IGCSE B2
Oxford Online Placement Test (OOPT) 60
NCUK (EAP) C
Norwegian Vitnemal 5
TOEIC 620
EIKEN Pre?1
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
106936 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 50 USD