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How to Apply/Declare
Current Undergraduate Students: Declare or change your minor by completing an Undergraduate Program Add/Change form.
Prospective Undergraduate Students: Apply for admission to UMass Boston by completing an application. Start by reviewing the first-year and transfer application pages for important information about requirements, deadlines, and application status checks. Use the links below to apply:
Curriculum
Theory Courses (6 Credits)
- MUSIC 121 - Theory I 3 Credit(s)
- MUSIC 122 - Theory II 3 Credit(s)
History Courses (6 Credits)
- MUSIC 300 - Masterpieces of Western Music for Music Minors 3 Credit(s)
- MUSIC 315 - Seminar in World Music 3 Credit(s)
Electives (6 Credits)
Take two additional music courses at the 200-level or higher.
Completion Requirements
Complete 18 credits from six courses, including two theory courses, two history courses, and two electives.
Pass/fail: No courses taken pass/fail may be applied toward the minor.
Contact
Performing Arts Department
University Hall, Second Floor, Room 2247
617.287.5640
performing.arts [@] umb.edu
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