By joining the Department of Music at The W, you will become a part of a rich history of musical and academic achievement.
We were the first institution in the state of Mississippi to be accredited by the National Association of the Schools of Music (NASM) in 1935.
Our alumni are music teachers, professors, music therapists, and independent musicians creating music, educating the next generation of musicians, and helping people all around the world.
We offer degrees in Music Education (Bachelor of Music), Music Therapy (Bachelor of Music) and Music (Bachelor of Arts) with a possibility of an emphasis in Performance or Composition. Scholarships are available to qualified applicants.
COLUMBUS, Miss. – Dr. Julia Mortyakova, professor and chair of The W Department of Music, was recently elected to the board of the International Alliance for Women in Music (IAWM). Mortyakova started serving in the new position January 2021.
COLUMBUS, Miss.-- Mississippi University for Women junior music major Hannah Heaton has been named the 2020 Southern Division Winner in the Music Teachers National Association Student Composition Competitions and will advance to the national level of the competitions.
COLUMBUS, Miss.--The W’s music department will present a virtual recital Friday, Nov. 20 at 7:30 p.m. The concert will feature W music professor Valentin M. Bogdan performing works by George Frideric Handel, Franz Liszt and Carmen Petra Basacopol.
Are you ready to join the College of Arts & Sciences at The W? The application process is easy and we don't have an application fee for undergraduate admissions. We'll even tell you about the scholarships you will receive within a week of being admitted.
Not ready to take the plunge just yet? That's okay, how about scheduling a visit to see the place for yourself.