Offered in: Chicago

The Bachelor of Arts in Music and Computer Science is an interdisciplinary liberal arts degree designed for students who seek to integrate music composition with computer programming. The program prepares students to create original applications such as music software, music authoring systems, algorithmic composition, and video game music through rigorous study in both disciplines.

Students complete foundational coursework in musicianship, music history, composition techniques, advanced theoretical studies, and electroacoustic music alongside mathematics, database systems, operating systems, software engineering, algorithmic design, and programming languages.

Graduates of the program develop:

Originality – the ability to think creatively and critically across artistic and technological domains.

Craftsmanship – technical fluency in both musical and computational practices.

Professionalism – the skills and habits necessary to contribute meaningfully to the evolving music and technology industries.

Admission Requirements

Please consult the CCPA Admission and Audition Information web page for audition requirements for prospective Music and Computing majors.

Program Requirements

The degree entails 121 credit hours, comprising general studies, music and music composition, and computer science. During the senior year, students will complete a Capstone Project that demonstrates creative ability in combining music and computer programming.

Grade Requirements:

C- is the minimum passing grade in MCMP 201 MUSIC COMPOSITION (LOWER DIV). B- is the minimum passing grade in the Senior Capstone course.

GPA Requirements:

A student must earn a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher in all major area coursework, and a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher in all core, elective, and general education coursework.

Residency Requirements:

The final 30 credit hours toward a student's degree must be completed at Roosevelt University, or a minimum of 60 hours must be taken in residence at Roosevelt University.

Your degree map is a general guide outlining the recommended courses to complete each term along the academic pathway to your degree. It reflects the most current scheduling information provided by your academic program.

Degree maps are reviewed annually and updated as scheduling patterns evolve. Students who remain continuously enrolled retain the degree requirements in effect at the time of their initial enrollment.

Students should work closely with their Academic Advisor to understand curriculum requirements and course sequencing, as individual academic plans may vary.