Students should consult with their home college academic advisor on how minors fit into their academic careers.
What is the difference between a music major and a music minor?
Current DePaul University students who are interested in transferring into a major degree plan within the School of Music are called inter-college transfer applicants. As an inter-college transfer applicant, students must submit an
Inter-College Music Transfer Form, submit any additional pre-screening or portfolio requirements (requirements vary by major), complete an
entrance audition, and submit an unofficial transcript to the
Music Admissions Office.
Music minors do not require an audition. The minors provide an overview of music theory, history, and specialized skills in each content area.
How many credits are each minor?
Music Industry - Music Business: 26 credits
Music Industry – Recording: 22 credits
Music Studies: 24 credits
When should I declare a minor?
Minors can be declared at anytime throughout your academic career. Students should consult their academic advisor on how minors fit into their academic careers.
How do I declare a minor?
How do I earn a minor?
Earn a grade of at least C- in each minor field course. The pass/fail option may not be selected for courses in the minor.
Earn a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.000 for all courses applied to the minor. Complete at least 50% of the required credit hours for the minor through DePaul coursework.
Can I substitute coursework for any of the minor required courses?
There are no DePaul courses that serve as substitutes for the required music minor courses. Students may request a review of transfer credit for substitution credit from the music associate dean of academic affairs, located in the
music college office.
Can my minor credits count toward my major requirements?
Yes. All credits that may apply toward the major, Liberal Studies, Honors Programs, and/or open electives may also apply toward the minor.
Can current DePaul music majors declare a music minor?
No. The music minors are currently only available to students outside the School of Music.
How will I know if the minor will fit into my degree plan?
Students should consult with their academic advisors on how minors fit into their academic careers. In addition, students may consult their
degree progress report (found in Campus Connect > Advising, Progress, & Graduation > View Degree Progress Report) to understand their requirements better.
What happens if I don’t finish the minor before graduation?
A minor does not have to be completed in order to graduate.