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Naropa University
Music, General
Field of study · Boulder, Colorado, United States
Level
Bachelor
Duration
4 years
Campus
Boulder
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Intake
Fall 2027
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Course Overview
Music, General at Naropa University in Boulder, Colorado, United States is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.
- Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
- Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
- Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
- Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
- Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.
Career snapshot (indicative)
Music graduates pursue careers as performers, composers, music educators, music therapists, recording producers and arts administrators. A portfolio career combining performance, teaching and production is typical, particularly for conservatoire graduates.
Student life (indicative)
Boulder offers a well-rounded US student experience — solid nightlife, good food options, sports culture and a lively campus scene. A comfortable and enjoyable place to spend your university years.
The University at a Glance
Undergraduate Population
339
Staff Ratio
10.0:1
International
2.1%
Career Prospects
Completion Rate
42%
finish their degree (not an employment rate)
Avg Starting Salary
£33,180
First-year earnings
Costs & Living
University Life
Urban
City & Location
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
Year 1
- Foundations of Music, General
- Academic and Research Skills
- Quantitative Methods
- Introduction to Theory and Practice
- Optional language or breadth module.
Year 2
- Intermediate Music, General topics
- Applied Methods and Tools
- Group Project
- Two optional pathway modules
- Career and Industry Insights.
Year 3
- Advanced Music, General
- Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
- Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
- Employability and Professional Development.
Entry Requirements
No specific entry requirements listed.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.
Campus & City Life
Student Population
339
Degree-seeking undergraduates (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release). Graduate students are not included.
Staff Ratio
10:1
Students per staff
International Students
2%
Of student body
Campus at a Glance
Campus Type
Urban
City Size
Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Four seasons
Safety Index (indicative)
7.5/10
Transport
Good (close to station or regional airport)
Social Scene
Friendly community
Student Life & City (indicative)
Boulder offers a well-rounded US student experience — solid nightlife, good food options, sports culture and a lively campus scene. A comfortable and enjoyable place to spend your university years.
- Boulder offers a well-rounded US student experience — solid nightlife, good food options, sports culture and a lively campus scene.
- A comfortable and enjoyable place to spend your university years.
What Students Love
- Outdoor & nature activities
- Ski & mountain access
- Great café culture
- Active music scene
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
Completion Rate
42%
Completion rate (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release): share of students who finish their degree. Not an employment rate.
Avg Starting Salary
£33,180
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
✗ Not offered
Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
Music graduates pursue careers as performers, composers, music educators, music therapists, recording producers and arts administrators. A portfolio career combining performance, teaching and production is typical, particularly for conservatoire graduates.
- Music graduates pursue careers as performers, composers, music educators, music therapists, recording producers and arts administrators.
- A portfolio career combining performance, teaching and production is typical, particularly for conservatoire graduates.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Business
- Healthcare
- Education
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
- Y
Costs & Living Expenses
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
HIGH
This location has a higher cost of living. Budget accordingly for accommodation, food, and general expenses.
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
Cost Overview (indicative)
In the moderately expensive range for US cities — expect around $2,275/month (housing $1,350, food $480, transport $155). Boulder is expensive for Colorado but ski access, outdoor culture and quality of life are exceptional.
- In the moderately expensive range for US cities — expect around $2,275/month (housing $1,350, food $480, transport $155).
- Boulder is expensive for Colorado but ski access, outdoor culture and quality of life are exceptional.