Bachelor of Arts in Music - Music Therapy

Music therapy supports improvements in cognition, speech and communication, physical abilities, psychological well-being, and social functioning by using music to achieve non-musical outcomes. As an aspiring music therapist, you will receive comprehensive training and develop therapeutic skills through core Conservatory courses in music therapy, psychology, science, statistics, and research methods. Your coursework will focus on building foundational clinical musicianship skills, such as therapeutic improvisation and songwriting, which you will apply with clients of all ages at various practicum sites across the Kansas City metropolitan area. You will complete your degree with an internship at an approved facility locally or nationally.

Official transcripts.Names and locations of previous college(s) or high school(s) and dates you attended.Citizenship, residency and visa information (if applicable).ACT/SAT test scores (optional). Required if you would like to be considered for applicable scholarship opportunities.Artistic resume or CV: Please list all relevant music experience, such as ensembles, schools, teachers, performances and awards.Two references: List the names and contact information of your references, and the application system will send an email to them requesting that they submit a letter of recommendation on your behalf. Letters of recommendation must be received by Feb. 1.All applicants must successfully audition on their applied instrument or voice type. In addition, you will interview with the music therapy faculty. Please prepare two popular songs of your choice in any genre to sing a cappella during the interview. Music Therapy interviews will take place on the date of your instrumental or voice audition.Applicants whose major instrument is piano or guitar will typically fulfill ensemble requirements by enrolling in UMKC Choral Union or UMKC Campus Band.Transcripts and test scores from domestic and international undergraduate students