ASSOCIATE IN FINE ARTS (0051) – MUSIC EDUCATION

This degree program is intended for students majoring in music education and planning to transfer to a four-year institution to complete a bachelor’s degree. AFA students complete their general education requirements after transferring to a four-year college or university. Students interested in pursuing the AFA-Music Education degree program should consult with a full-time music faculty member or an academic counselor.

Transfer requirements vary by receiving institution, and it is the responsibility of the student to check with the four-year school regarding any particular requirements they may have.

FIRST YEAR

SECOND YEAR

Note:

Students transferring to a four-year college should check to see if courses will transfer to your prospective college before registering. For more information contact Advising or visit iTransfer.org.

* Enrollment in ENG-101 is based on your score on the assessment placement test. A minimum grade of “C” is required in ENG-101 and ENG-102.

** Enrollment in any math class is based on your score on the assessment placement test and proper prerequisite.

*** Minimum of three-credit hour course in Third World/Non-Western Culture is required in the Humanities category (ART 103, LIT 205, PHIL 155).

**** Students are advised to take their 8 credits of Music Private Applied in one area or instrument.

***** The intent of the Illinois Articulation Initiative Music Major Panel is four semesters of Class Piano.

****** Students must complete one of two prerequisites before enrolling in MUS 105, Music Theory I: A grade of “C” or better in MUS 104 or satisfactory score on the fundamental skills theory test. Contact Music Department Chair to arrange for the fundamentals test.