Degree Information
Undergraduate degree options
The Bachelor of Music (B.M.) degree is a professional degree and prepares the student for employment in various musical fields, or to go on to graduate study in music. All B.M. music students are part of an instrumental studio, regardless of specialization. B.M. degrees are available in performance, music education, and music therapy.
The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in music is a nonprofessional degree that enables students to have reduced music course requirements. If you want to continue playing horn in college but do not intend for it to be your primary career, the B.A. is a great option. Many double majors find the B.A. to be a manageable and worthwhile way to continue their musical growth while earning their primary degree elsewhere within CLAS. Students gain the skill and knowledge to grow and maintain their lifelong love of music, while the reduced requirements of the B.A. allows the time to devote to another degree. B.A. horn students are eligible for music scholarships and study with Dr. Ambrose. B.A. program concentrations are composition, music history, and performance.
Music Minor - The minor in music is self-declarable and requires a minimum of 15 semester hours in music (MUS) courses; of which 8 semester hours must be earned at the University of Iowa. As nonmajors, music minors are not eligible for music scholarships and take lessons with the TA.
Graduate degree options
Information on the Graduate College requirements and deadlines.