About the Area of Study
The field of music offers many possibilities for a fulfilling and rewarding career. Job opportunities exist in diverse areas such as music education, music therapy, music technology, church music, songwriting, performing, publishing, licensing, music business, instrument building and repair, and many others. Completing an associate's degree with a music concentration can provide the first step in preparing for a career as a musician.

The principal degree offered with a concentration in music is the Associate in Applied Sciences. If your goal is to complete a Bachelor's degree in music or a music-related field, you may complete the first two years of your coursework at LMC.

An audition is required for acceptance into the program, to be properly placed in an applied music level, to match your abilities with an ensemble, and to decide on scholarship awards. For further information on specific audition requirements, please contact the Performing Arts Office (269) 927-8111 ext.5237

The program provides professional training that emphasizes music performance for students intending to pursue careers in music and music-related fields. It provides non-majors the opportunity to enrich their general education with survey courses, with general electives such as applied music courses, and with ensemble participation. The program also serves as a cultural resource center for students, the college community, and beyond.

Scholarship Opportunities
In addition to several general scholarships that are based on academic excellence, need, and other criteria, the follow scholarships are available to students pursing an education in Music.

• Gene Harris Memorial Music Scholarship
  
• John E. N. and Dede Howard Endowed Music
  Scholarship
  
• LMC Board of Trustees Music Scholarship
  
• Carol L. Sizer Piano Scholarship
  
• Steven R. Sizer Vocal Music Scholarship

To see if you qualify for one of these scholarship, please visit the Financial Aid section of our website.

Transfer Options
Lake Michigan College has worked with the following universities to develop program guides. These guides ensure that you can work toward a bachelor's degree without losing any credit earned at Lake Michigan College. For more information, see the program guides in the counselors' office.

• Central Michigan University
  
• Michigan State University
  
• University of Michigan
  
• Western Michigan University

If you are interested in attending a school not listed here, please work with a counselor or academic advisor to build a program that will meet the requirements of your chosen school.