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Associate of Studio Recording

Musicians Institute

  • Los Angeles, United States
  • 1.5 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Associate

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About the program

Certificate in Studio Recording is a full-time, On-campus certificate programme at Musicians Institute in Hollywood.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Demonstrate applied knowledge and practical skills in Studio Recording. Apply concepts related to pre-production in guided assignments and practical contexts. Communicate work appropriately and complete subject-relevant projects or assessments.

Career outcomes

  • Assistant engineer
  • First engineer
  • Project studio owner
  • Producer
  • Film mixer
  • Dialogue editor
  • Foley engineer
  • Field recordist
  • FOH engineer
  • Lighting and video technician
  • Monitor engineer
  • Music supervisor

Curriculum

  • Pre-production
  • Tracking
  • Mixing and mastering
  • Ear training in audio labs
  • Field recording
  • Film mixing
  • Foley and ADR
  • And recording and mixing original projects
  • Real-world electives include electronics
  • Project studio design and internships.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Letter of recommendation from a music teacher or professional (not for Songwriting
  • Music Business
  • Studio Recording)
  • Audio recording for A.A. Programmes
  • No English test required
  • Grade/context: No minimum grade published.

Accepted academic background

High school diploma or proof of high school equivalency, One letter of recommendation from a music teacher or industry professional (not for Songwriting, Music Business, Studio Recording), Audio recording of applicant (not for A.S. Programmes).

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • Previous Qualification Certificate
  • Passport Copy
  • English Language Test Results (If Applicable)
  • Credential Evaluation (If Applicable)
  • Recommendation Letters
  • Financial Support Documents (For Visa If Applicable).

How to apply

  1. Check entry requirements. Apply online at (application fee 100 USD). Submit high school diploma or equivalent
  2. A NACES transcript evaluation if studied outside the US or Canada
  3. A letter of recommendation and an audio recording for A. A. Programmes. After acceptance send a bank statement
  4. Passport copy and the partial tuition payment for the I-Pay the 200 USD SEVIS fee and apply for the F-1 visa with the I-Arrive on your registration date and arrange required health insurance.

Other costs

Tuition per year$39,500 USD
Application fee$100 USD
Deposit$500 USD

Program details

CampusHollywood
Faculty or schoolMusic Production
DepartmentStudio Recording
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value90
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay1 year
Scholarship noteUniversity scholarship eligibility, Funding and application conditions require confirmation.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

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    April 2027

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    July 2027

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    October 2027

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Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 1.5 years.