Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies (Loyola University New Orleans at LAICU)

Academic Overview & Description

Historic music conservatory in the birthplace of jazz, teaching jazz improvisation, contemporary recording technology, orchestration, and brass performance.

Funding & Financial Support

Funding Award

Ellis Marsalis Jazz Honors Scholarship: $8,000/year award

Tuition Rate

$44,800/year (Generous institutional merit aid reduces net cost)

Application Fee

$50

Admission & Candidate Requirements

Academic GPA

3.0+ high school cumulative GPA

English Language

IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 80

Standardized Exam

Not required

Application Materials

Transcripts, music theory evaluation, instrumental audition video

Letters of Recommendation

Two recommendations from music mentors

Institutional Guidance

For official application submission procedures, portal logins, and faculty matching, consult Louisiana Association of Independent Colleges and Universities's detailed profile or visit the department application portal.

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