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Frequently Asked Questions


Academic Advising

  1. How do I register for Private Lessons?
  2. How often should I meet with my advisor?
  3. Who is my advisor?

Academic Programs

  1. Can I begin the Music Education Credential program while finishing up my Bachelor's, or do I need to have the degree in hand?
  2. Can I transfer music units from other schools?
  3. I was accepted by the Music Department as a BM, but my transcript says BA (or vice versa) ... how can I fix this?
  4. How do I become a Music Minor?

Graduate Studies

  1. I am a professional musician, but my undergraduate degree is not in music - can I still apply for the Master's program?
  2. What is the minimum TOEFL score required for International applicants?
  3. Where can I find the forms specific to the Graduate program?
  4. I have to take some undergraduate theory/history/ear training based on the results of my placement exams. Can I audit these classes?
  5. What music classes can I take as electives to count towards my graduate degree?

Prospective Students

  1. Do music educators enroll in the single subject credential even if they plan to teach in K-8?
  2. How do I know what to study for the placement exams?
  3. What do I need to play for my music audition?
  4. How do I schedule an audition for the music major?
  5. Do I need to audition if I want to be a Composition/Education/Electronic Music major?
  6. How do I become a Music Major?

Resources & Support Services

  1. How can I get a locker in the Creative Arts or Fine Arts building?
  2. Can I get a recording of a recent concert?
  3. Where can I find sheet music? Scholarly journals?
  4. Where can I find a computer lab on campus?
  5. I am a music student. What do I need to know about practice rooms?

Undergraduate Education

  1. What courses are required for my major?
  2. What is the attendance policy for dance classes?
  3. How should I prepare for Juries?
  4. Can I get university credit for a dance project outside of school?
  5. What are Juries? Do I have to do one every semester?
  6. Do you have classes in Studio Recording and Production?

University Policy & Procedures

  1. How do I petition for a Grade Change?
  2. How do I make up an Incomplete?
  3. How do I drop a course?
  4. Can I retake a class if I didn't pass it the first time?
  5. How can I audit a class?

Dance

Dance

  1. Can I get university credit for a dance project outside of school?

Music

Music

  1. Do music educators enroll in the single subject credential even if they plan to teach in K-8?
  2. Can I begin the Music Education Credential program while finishing up my Bachelor's, or do I need to have the degree in hand?
  3. I am a music student. What do I need to know about practice rooms?
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