The College of New Jersey

Programme overview

TCNJ’s BA in Music is an undergraduate degree that integrates concentrated musical study with the college’s liberal arts curriculum. The Department of Music is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music and is an All‑Steinway School, and the programme emphasizes mentorship from faculty‑scholars and connections with community and interdisciplinary projects.

What you'll study

The degree centers on a core of intensive music study alongside TCNJ core requirements. Specific areas named in the programme include:

• Musicianship: music theory and aural skills
• Historical and cultural studies in music
• Music electives: options such as private studio lessons, large and small ensemble performance, and music technology

Students also plan free electives, are mentored to pursue interdisciplinary and creative perspectives, and may combine musical study with secondary majors or minors across a wide range of fields.

Entry requirements

The source text does not list specific admissions criteria. The programme requires completion of the college core like all TCNJ students; prospective applicants should consult TCNJ admissions for prerequisites, audition requirements, and application steps.

Career prospects

Graduates pursue varied paths depending on individualized study choices. Recent alumni have moved into composition, education, ethnomusicology, interdisciplinary performance, library and information science, music business, music therapy, musical theatre, and musicology, and some continue to graduate programmes at institutions such as Case Western Reserve University, Montclair State University, Pennsylvania State University, Temple University, and the University of Oregon.

Scholarships & funding angle (general)

The programme description does not specify scholarships or financial awards. Students should investigate TCNJ’s general financial aid, departmental scholarships, and external funding sources; music students may also explore funding tied to performance, ensembles, or study‑abroad opportunities.