Music
Studying Music at DePauw
Discover your potential as an adaptive leader within the complexities of today’s rapidly changing global music community. Rooted in a tradition of artistic excellence and committed to the value of collaborative exploration, a degree in music from DePauw is your ticket to do just that. This is your foundation for a lifetime of creative expression, technical skill and meaningful impact.
Our devoted faculty not only offer a wealth of experience and artistic accomplishments, but they also engage each student with personalized attention that nurtures individual growth. Through a curriculum that emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and cultural awareness, they will help you develop your own unique voice even as you interact with a variety of diverse musical traditions. By integrating creative and practical musical skills with critical thinking and intellectual inquiry, a DePauw music degree will prepare you for success in today’s dynamic musical landscape.
Areas of Study
| Major | Degree | School | Format | Course Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music - Bachelor of Arts | Undergraduate, B.A. | The Creative School | On Campus | 10 Courses |
Major
Music - Bachelor of Arts
Degree
Undergraduate, B.A.
School
Format
On Campus
Course Credits
10 Courses
| Major | Degree | School | Format | Course Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music - Bachelor of Musical Arts | Undergraduate, B.A. | The Creative School | On Campus | 17 Courses |
Major
Music - Bachelor of Musical Arts
Degree
Undergraduate, B.A.
School
Format
On Campus
Course Credits
17 Courses
| Minor | School | Format | Course Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Music | The Creative School | On Campus | 5 Courses |
Graduate Outcomes and Careers
Careers held by DePauw Alumni
- Music Educator
- Composer/Songwriter
- Symphony Director
- Nonprofit Administrator
- Advertising Executive
- Business Manager
Graduate schools DePauw students have attended
- Columbia University
- New York University
- UMKC Conservatory
- Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
- The Shepherd School of Music at Rice University
Internships students have participated in
- New York Arts Program
- Chicago Symphony Orchestra
- Atlantic Records
- Music for All
- Sony Music Entertainment
- Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra
Contact Us
Music
Leveraging the resources of the Creative School and the Institute of Music, music majors at DePauw are housed in the Department of Music. This department believes that truly exceptional music training transcends conventional boundaries, seamlessly blending musical and academic excellence in a supportive community.
- musicadmission@depauw.edu
- (765) 658-4291
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Office of Admission
204 East Seminary Street
Greencastle, IN 46135