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Bachelor of Music - Composition

University of the Incarnate Word

San Antonio campus — San Antonio, Texas, United States

Study Level
Undergraduate · 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
January 2027
Tuition Fee
USD 31,800
Application Fee
None listed
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Optional Practical Training (OPT): Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

Program Description The Bachelor of Music (B.M) in Composition at the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (CHASS) at the University of the Incarnate Word is a professional degree that prepares students for careers as composers and/or for graduate studies in composition and related fields such as film composing and music theory. Original compositions and arrangements are central to artistic and entertainment experiences from symphony and live music, to film, television and video games, to advertising campaigns and branding. A B.M. in Composition at UIW provides students with a supportive environment of faculty and staff who want to help students discover and develop the talents they have as they learn to write and arrange original music. Composition students at UIW concentrate on classical (art music) style and will become well-versed in the composition of music, ultimately performing a public recital of his or her original composition. UIW students in composition also have the opportunity to study jazz through electives. UIW students who earn a B.M. in Music Composition are prepared for careers in composing, arranging or directing music. UIW graduates can attend graduate studies to further their abilities in composition, working towards careers such as a conductor for a symphony orchestra, or related fields, such as film composing and music theory. They can also work in theatre, film, television, video games, advertising or other performing arts media industries, as well as become writers/authors or producers/directors.
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Field of study
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Credential
4-Year Bachelor's Degree
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
USD 31,800
Application fee
None listed
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

Scholarships are competitive and may change, close or be withdrawn. Eagle Link does not guarantee that any student will receive a scholarship.

Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline
Confirm with Eagle Link
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

San Antonio campus

San Antonio, Texas, United States

4301 Broadway

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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Optional Practical Training (OPT)
Verify before applying

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About the Institution

With over 135 years of tradition, the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, Texas is committed to educational excellence in a context of faith in Jesus Christ, the Incarnate Word of God. UIW is the largest Catholic university in Texas and the fourth largest private university in Texas. With a beautiful main campus in San Antonio, UIW has locations throughout the city. UIW was founded by and is a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word. UIW is committed to shaping good minds of strong character that will expand the world. At the core of UIW’s Mission is a c...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.