Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Music Vocal
Use Your Talent to Impact Culture with Our Bachelor of Arts in Music Vocal Degree
Build the foundational training you need for a successful musical career by earning a liberal arts degree with our Bachelor of Arts in Music Vocal. In addition to vocal training, our B.A. in Music Vocal degree surveys music history, film, philosophy, and other disciplines, allowing you to identify the impact each has had on the development and consumption of music. You will also study a foreign language, preparing you for further ministry and performance opportunities.
Our bachelor’s in music degree is designed to not only help you become a better vocalist but also to understand music’s cultural context and impact, so you are prepared to create meaningful music that reflects the love and glory of God – regardless of genre.
Pursue Your Degree with Confidence
- Liberty University is accredited by SACSCOC, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
- Liberty’s School of Music is accredited by NASM, the National Association of Schools of Music.
- You will have access to state-of-the-art classrooms, as well as rehearsal, recording, and performance facilities to hone your skills.
- Your professors have real-life experience in the music industry and have earned their degrees from some of the most prestigious music schools in the nation.
- Our graduates have found careers as musicians playing for stars like Carrie Underwood, well-known Christian singers and songwriters, worship leaders at Harvest Bible Chapel, and conductors leading choir festivals throughout Southeast Asia.
- Our LU Praise choir has performed for the President of the United States and as one of three choirs chosen to represent the American Choral Directors Association in China.
What Will You Learn?
- A foreign language, philosophy, and literature or cultural studies
- Harmonic theory
- Musicianship
- Music Technology
- Training in your primary instrument (vocal) and a secondary instrument
Career Opportunities for Bachelor’s in Music Vocal Graduates
- Opera singer
- Oratorio
- Professional recitalist
- Professional voice teacher
- Professor of music (requires a graduate degree)
Facilities and Resources Available to Music Vocal Students
- Liberty Music Group (LMG) is our School of Music’s professional music publishing and recording company. This student-run label provides students, staff, and faculty with the opportunity to publish their work.
- Participate in a variety of our School of Music ensembles that draw on folk and bluegrass, a cappella, and Latino styles.
- As a music student you will have access to state-of-the-art classrooms and rehearsal, recording, and performance facilities where you’ll gain practical experience in music and performance.
- Learn from professors who have earned degrees from prestigious music schools and have practiced music professionally.
Admission Requirements for Our Undergraduate Degree Programs
Every application is reviewed by the admission committee on a case-by-case basis, meaning there are no set minimums for acceptance. However, all applicants must submit the following documents* for admission:
- Admission application
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts (if applicable)
- Results from the CLT, SAT, or ACT are not required for admission, but may be used in consideration for merit-based aid.
- Admission essay
*Note that additional documentation may be requested by the admission committee after your application has been received.
These rates are reflective of academic year 2024-2025. Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
Credit Hours
Available On Campus
Class Type
Residential
Transfer Credits
Transfer in up to 75% of the degree total
Next Start Date
Jun 23, 2025
Accreditation
NASM
