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Undergraduate Programs at the School of Music

Find your voice in a supportive, creative atmosphere

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Give Your Music a Stage

<div class="ck-content"><p>At the DePaul School of Music, you’ll have opportunities to showcase your talent with ensembles, chamber groups and studio sessions throughout Chicago.</p></div>

DEGREES AND PROGRAMS

Seven Programs of Study With Multiple Degree Paths

Hone your skills and launch your music career
Find your courses and meet your faculty. Get involved with ensembles, internships and productions that will prepare you to thrive.
Music Performance
  • BM
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Sound Recording Technology
  • BS
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Jazz Studies
  • BM
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Music Education
  • BM
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Performing Arts Management
  • BM
  • BS
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Composition
  • BM
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Music
  • BA
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BUILT FOR PERFORMANCE

The Holtschneider Performance Center

A space designed for student success

<div class="ck-content"><p>The HPC offers 185,000 square feet of dedicated performance and classroom space for opera, jazz, orchestral music and music education.</p></div>

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Music Minors

Gain a professional advantage in your field

<div class="ck-content"><p>You can customize your studies with a focused minor that builds your creative and professional skills. Our programs are designed to fit a standard timeline and complement a wide range of majors.</p></div>

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Melissa Kraut
Professional Lecturer of Cello
News and Stories
Stories of student growth and faculty achievement
Discover the latest accomplishments from the School of Music. From faculty profiles to student life in Chicago, this is where our story unfolds.
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Amanda Majeski on stage and in costume with a large orange dress and a big white wig
Nov 12, 2025
Illuminating opera performance: Love the process and sing generously 
​Previously an adjunct faculty member, Amanda Majeski returned to DePaul as a professional lecturer this fall. She shares her performance experiences and advice for students in this Q&A.​
School of Music Class of 2025 Student Smiling
Jun 05, 2025
 Jazz musician masters a new stage 
​​Get to know School of Music student Sam Taylor.
Nov 11, 2024
Alumnus takes the Lyric Opera stage
​Brenton Ryan has graced stages around the world. This November, he returns to Chicago.​