Undergraduate Program

Bachelor of Science in Music and Technology

This program consists of a set of courses that span music, electrical engineering, and computer science, as well as a capstone composition/design/performance project. The goal of the core coursework in music and technology is to provide a comprehensive undergraduate understanding of all three areas of study: music, computer science and electrical engineering. In other words, regardless of the entry point – an interest in computer science, electrical engineering, or music – the coursework prescribed will allow each student to gain the requisite knowledge and experience in all three areas. Students will work closely with advisors and will be guided in both course selection and capstone projects.

The program is offered to a small number of undergraduates who are admitted for undergraduate study independently by the School of Music and either the School of Computer Science or the Carnegie Institute of Technology.

View the course requirements for this degree.

Who Should Apply?

This program is for students who want to pursue music technology as a career. These may be students who are accomplished musicians, have a keen interest in science and engineering, and want to explore the musical applications of technology. These may also be students with experience in recording or electronic music composition/production who desire to study these areas along with the technological underpinnings of audio engineering and computer science.

Information and Visiting Carnegie Mellon

Carnegie Mellon is the university that spans the arts to technology, creating innovation with impact. The best way to learn all that Carnegie Mellon has to offer is to actually visit the campus and interact with students and faculty. The Office of Undergraduate Admission, located in Warner Hall, offers a variety of activities and events for visitors, as well as other ways to explore what Carnegie Mellon has to offer. Please visit the website for more information. The School of Music, located in the College of Fine Arts Building, accepts reservations for specialty Information Sessions and Tours. Please visit the School of Music website to register. Both offices have personnel ready to help you plan your visit, to answer your questions, and to assist you in any way possible.

How to Apply

Students must be accepted to the School of Music and either the School of Computer Science or the Carnegie Institute of Technology. Applicants are required to submit the University’s Common Application and all necessary related materials to the Carnegie Mellon Undergraduate Admission Office.

To begin, visit the How to Apply page on the School of Music website. Here you will find more information about the steps and requirements of the admission process. Questions can be directed to the School of Music Office of Recruitment and Enrollment at 412-268-4118 or by email at music-admissions@andrew.cmu.edu.

Internal Transfers for Carnegie Mellon Students

Current Carnegie Mellon undergraduates may apply for internal transfer into this degree program. Internal transfer applications should be submitted to:

Sharon Johnston
Director of Student Services
CFA 108
Carnegie Mellon University
5000 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3890

Deadlines for internal transfer are: October 1 (for the following spring semester) or March 1 (for the following fall semester).

Remember to note on the curriculum (and on the application for internal transfer) that a Music or Technical Concentration must be selected. Students who choose the Music Concentration but are not current music majors must pass an audition as part of the admission process. Internal transfer admission decisions (which will be effective as of the following semester) will be made later in October or March after midterm grades are published.

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