Associate of Music
- Walnut, United States
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Associate
About the program
Bachelor of Arts in Music is a four-year on-campus degree at North Central College in Naperville, Illinois.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop subject knowledge in Music and apply creative methods
- Develop and critique original work
- And communicate design or artistic intentions.
Career outcomes
- Performance
- Composition and arranging
- Private studio teaching
- Music library science
- Arts management
Curriculum
- Music theory
- Aural skills
- Class piano
- Music history and ethnomusicology
- Conducting
- Arranging and orchestration
- Music technology
- Electronic music and applied lessons with ensembles
- Depending on emphasis.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Age 18 by first day of classes
- Or high school completion (transcript or diploma
- English or certified translation) if under 18
- Cambridge IGCSE/O Level grade C in at least 5 subjects accepted as equivalent
- Proof of funds
- TB test
- Open admission (no minimum GPA published)
- Some health programmes (e.G. Nursing
- Radiologic technology
- Respiratory therapy) have a separate selection process described in the catalogue.
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 4.5
- TOEFL iBT 3.5
- PTE Academic 41
- Duolingo 75
Other requirements
- Portfolio required
Documents you’ll need
- Passport copy
- Academic transcripts
- Completion certificate
- English proficiency evidence where applicable
- Financial documents for visa purposes where required
- Additional program-specific documents.
How to apply
- Check the requirements and the next deadline on the international admissions page official website. Apply through the OpenCCC application
- Then complete the F-1 International Student Application in the student portal and pay the 50 USD fee. Upload the passport
- High school or college transcripts
- A bank letter or statement as proof of funds dated within six months
- English proficiency proof unless exempt. Take the TB test when accepted. Receive the I-20 and apply for the F-1 visa. Attend the required international student orientation.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $11,618 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $50 USD |
| Deposit | $250 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Main Campus (Walnut) |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Arts Division |
| Department | Music Department |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Scholarships or financial assistance may be available at Mt. San Antonio College for eligible students based on academic merit, financial need, program criteria, or funding availability. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
February 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
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Scholarships
Scholarships or financial assistance may be available at Mt. San Antonio College for eligible students based on academic merit, financial need, program criteria, or funding availability.
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The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 15 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $11,618 USD per year. The application fee is $50 USD. The deposit is $250 USD. The estimated living cost is $14,800 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 4.5, TOEFL iBT 3.5, PTE Academic 41, Duolingo 75. A portfolio is required.
Scholarships or financial assistance may be available at Mt. San Antonio College for eligible students based on academic merit, financial need, program criteria, or funding availability.