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School of Music • Kennesaw, Georgia
Quick Take
Kennesaw State's School of Music near Atlanta offers classical, jazz, and music technology programs in performance, education, and composition with strong ensembles and direct Atlanta industry proximity. One of the fastest-growing music programs in the South, KSU has invested heavily in facilities and faculty, making it an increasingly competitive option for students who want access to Atlanta's professional arts community.
Kennesaw State at a Glance
| Program | |
| School / Division | Kennesaw State University School of Music |
| Setting | public |
| Program Size | medium |
| Genres / Styles | choral, classical, contemporary, jazz, world |
| Primary Instrument | bassoon, cello, clarinet, double bass, flute, guitar, harp, horn, oboe, organ, percussion, piano, saxophone, trombone, trumpet, tuba, viola, violin, voice |
| Areas of Study | composition, conducting, engineering/technology, jazz, music education, performance |
| Musical Selectivity | selective |
| Admissions | |
| Academic Selectivity | moderately selective |
| Average GPA | 3.4 |
| Application Deadline | Nov 1 (priority) |
| Auditions | |
| Audition | is required |
| Audition Competitiveness | competitive |
| Audition Window | Jan–Mar |
| Prescreening | is not required |
| Location | |
| City / State | Kennesaw, Georgia |
Always confirm deadlines and requirements directly with the Kennesaw State website
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Program Overview
The music program at Kennesaw State is medium in size and a .
Music Genre/Style Strengths
Kennesaw State supports the following musical genres/styles: choral, classical, contemporary, jazz, world. At some schools, students can explore multiple styles while developing strong technical and artistic foundations within their primary genre.
Visit the Kennesaw State website for more specific information on the music genres/styles it supports.
Primary Instruments
Students at Kennesaw State can pursue study across a range of instruments, including bassoon, cello, clarinet, double bass, flute, guitar, harp, horn, oboe, organ, percussion, piano, saxophone, trombone, trumpet, tuba, viola, violin, voice. Students study privately with faculty on their primary instrument while participating in ensembles and collaborative performances.
Visit the Kennesaw State website for more specific information about their support for studies on specific instruments.
Music Studies Offered at Kennesaw State
Students at Kennesaw State can pursue degrees focused on composition, conducting, engineering/technology, jazz, music education, performance. Music degree programs typically combine private instruction, ensemble participation, music theory coursework, and performance opportunities designed to prepare students for careers in music.
Visit the Kennesaw State website for more specific information on the programs of study it offers.
Acceptance
Musical acceptance at Kennesaw State is selective. Academically, it is moderately selective, with accepted students having an average GPA of 3.4. (Unlike academic programs, music admissions typically emphasize performance and artistic potential.) The application deadline for Kennesaw State is Nov 1 (priority) of each year.
Visit the Shenandoah website to confirm acceptance information and deadlines.
Auditions
An audition is required at Kennesaw State, and the school's auditions are considered to be competitive. The audition window is Jan–Mar of each year. A pre-screening video or portfolio is not required.
Visit the Kennesaw State website for more specific information on auditions.
Location and Music Scene
Kennesaw State is in Kennesaw, a northern Atlanta suburb, with direct access to one of the South's most dynamic music cities, including a world-class symphony, opera, and thriving live music scene.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kennesaw State hard to get into?
Admission to Kennesaw State is considered selective for music and moderately selective academically. At most schools, the audition carries significant weight. Admitted students need to demonstrate performance ability and artistic potential in addition to meeting academic requirements.
Do I need a prescreening video to audition at Kennesaw State?
A prescreening video or portfolio submission at Kennesaw State.
Prescreening requirements vary significantly from school to school, and sometimes by instrument or area of study, so it's worth checking directly with the admissions office to confirm what's expected for your specific application.
What instruments can I study at Kennesaw State?
supports study across a wide range of instruments, including bassoon, cello, clarinet, double bass, flute, guitar, harp, horn, oboe, organ, percussion, piano, saxophone, trombone, trumpet, tuba, viola, violin, voice. Students typically study privately with a faculty member on their primary instrument while also participating in ensembles and collaborative performance opportunities.
Instrument availability and faculty depth can vary. If you play something less common, it's worth reaching out to the department directly to confirm faculty availability before you apply.
What GPA do I need for Kennesaw State?
Admitted students at Kennesaw State have an average GPA of 3.4. Keep in mind that this is an average. Some admitted students come in above it, some below, depending on the strength of the overall application and, especially, the audition.
Music programs tend to weigh audition performance heavily, which means a particularly strong musical candidate may be admitted even if their GPA is below the typical range. The reverse is also true. Academic strength alone won't compensate for a weak audition.
What is the application deadline for Kennesaw State?
The application deadline for Kennesaw State is Nov 1 (priority), with live auditions typically held Jan–Mar. These dates can shift year to year, so it's important to verify directly with the admissions office well in advance.
Music school deadlines often arrive earlier than general college application deadlines, and audition slots can fill up quickly, especially at competitive programs. Getting your application in early is rarely a bad idea.
Information on this page is updated periodically. Always confirm details directly with the school's admissions office.
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