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Transpose Your Dreams into a Career with a Degree in Music

Imagine yourself on stage performing before a crowd of thousands or in the recording studio perfecting your latest song. Picture yourself leading your church in compelling, powerful worship. Envision your future classroom as you instruct the next generation of eager musicians. Any of these exciting careers could become a realistic possibility for you with a degree from Liberty University’s School of Music!

Our mission is to equip and train musicians to be Champions for Christ. In addition to our firm foundation in Christ, our School of Music provides its students with countless opportunities to develop and display their musical abilities. For example, our LU Praise team performed at the American Choral Directors Association National Conference and Inaugural Prayer Service for the President.

We offer 12 unique Bachelor of Music (B.M.) degrees. Choose from programs like worship leadership, music education, and even commercial music. We also provide Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts degrees so you can tailor your college experience to your individual career goals.

Check out all of the music degree options we have below and find the one that fits your needs best!

 

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Career Opportunities for School of Music Graduates

  • Band or choir director
  • Composer
  • Conductor
  • Contemporary Christian artist
  • Music teacher
  • Performing or recording artist
  • Professional musician
  • Sound engineer
  • Worship leader

Available Programs in Liberty’s School of Music

Undergraduate Programs

Graduate Programs

Master of Arts in Worship Studies (M.A.)


What Are the Benefits of Pursuing One of Liberty’s School of Music Degrees?

  • The School of Music is accredited by NASM, the National Association of Schools of Music.
  • Liberty University is designated an All-Steinway School.
  • Our 141,000-square-foot Center for Music and the Worship Arts offers facilities like a 1,600 seat concert hall, a recording studio with professional-level equipment, instrumental and choral rehearsal classrooms, and state-of-the-art lighting and audio technology.
  • Each program offers hands-on experience in the classroom, with many of our music degrees providing internship, practicum, and professional development opportunities.
  • With 45 full-time faculty members, you will get the personal attention you need from industry professionals who hold degrees from many of the most prestigious music schools in the nation.
  • Christian music artist, Michael W. Smith, has joined Liberty’s School of Music to train young musicians like you.
  • The Liberty Music Group (LMG), Liberty’s professional music publishing and recording company, will provide you with on-campus opportunities to publish your work.
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.

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