(Academic Plan Code: 665388ACTS)
The artist diploma prepares preprofessional performance students for professional careers by giving focused instruction in all areas of performance including technique, interpretation, repertoire, stage deportment and communication skills, and knowledge of the business of professional performance.
Applicants must show proof of completion of an undergraduate music degree from an accredited institution with a GPA of 3.0 in the last 60 semester (90 quarter) units attempted. Successful completion of an entrance audition and a review of undergraduate transcripts are required for entrance to this certificate program. Students whose undergraduate degree is not in music must complete qualifying placement examinations in Western music theory, Western history and literature, and aural skills, in addition to the entrance audition. Students must enroll in this program as matriculated students.
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