A typical fall or spring semester load of courses for music students is between 15 and 18 hours. For status as a music major, freshmen and sophomores must enroll in their required major ensemble, applied studio instruction for their area of specialization, music theory, class piano or applied studio instruction in piano, and recital attendance. A typical load for junior and senior students who have completed the music theory, aural skills, and class piano sequences may include music history, conducting, applied studio instruction, recital attendance, a major ensemble, music electives, music education or music business courses as appropriate.

Sequencing of courses is extremely important. No music courses have multiple sections. Some courses are offered every other year. It is the student’s responsibility to know when courses are offered and to take courses at the appropriate time in their academic career. Failure to take courses as they appear in rotation may delay graduation.