Liberty University’s Online Music Degrees Change the World for the Better with Music
Why Choose the School of Music at Liberty University for Your Online Degree?
As a pioneer in distance education since 1985, Liberty is committed to offering top-notch programs that can help prepare you to pursue your dream career. Our 100% online music degrees can help equip you to produce, perform, and teach music anywhere in the industry. Maybe you want to work in a recording studio, become a music director, or lead worship in your church. Liberty’s programs can help you do all those things — and more!
Many of our music degrees online are accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM). You can be confident that your degree from Liberty has met rigorous academic standards and accreditation requirements.
Backed by a brick-and-mortar campus ranked among Niche.com's Top 5 College Campuses in America
What Sets Us Apart?
- Private Nonprofit University
- 600+ Online Degrees
- No Standardized Testing for Admission
- Transfer in up to 75% of an Undergrad Degree
- Transfer in up to 50% of a Grad/Doctoral Degree
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Speak to one of our admissions specialists to help you choose the program that best fits your needs.
Value of a Degree
We offer several degrees from the bachelor’s to the doctoral levels. So whether you’re just entering the workforce or looking to take the next step in your career, we have a program that can fit your needs.
From worship leader training to ethnic music studies, Liberty offers a wide range of degrees that may be right for you!
Please note: Our MA in Worship Studies and Doctor of Worship Studies degrees are non-music programs. These degrees can help you apply worship theory to modern church settings.
Return on Investment
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) provides valuable information on how a degree can impact salary prospects. Learn more!*
Employment Opportunities
Explore job outlook statistics from the Bureau of Labor Statistics for the following careers: music director** and musician.***
Professional Connections
Mastering concepts and gaining foundational knowledge shouldn’t be the only benefits of a bachelor’s degree. Our world-class online learning environment is designed to facilitate collaboration and networking.
*Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, at Employment, wages, and projected change in employment by typical entry-level education (viewed online March 25, 2024). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.
**Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, at Occupational Outlook Handbook – Music Directors and Composers, 2023 (viewed online February 13, 2025). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.
***Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, at Occupational Outlook Handbook – Musicians and Singers, 2023 (viewed online February 13, 2025). Cited projections may not reflect local and/or short-term economic or job conditions and do not guarantee actual job growth.
Top Careers
While studying music at our online School of Music, you can have the opportunity to complete internships and perform with ensembles in your area. That way, you can gain real-world experience that could help boost your marketability.
Study music at Liberty today and take the next step toward turning your passion into a career!
Church music director
Music education practitioner
Music producer
Worship leader
Worship pastor
Worship theologian
Military
Liberty University is dedicated to providing world-class educational experiences to military students across the globe.
Who May Qualify?
- Active Duty
- Reserve/National Guard
- Veterans/Retirees
- Spouses of Service Members and Veterans/Retirees
- Current Department of Defense Employees
Available Benefits:
- Tuition discounts – $250 per credit hour for undergraduate, $275 per credit hour for graduate, and $300 per credit hour for doctoral courses*
- Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder**
- 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)
*For eligible current and former service members and their spouses. Learn more!
**Not applicable to certificates. Cannot be combined with the $300/credit hour doctoral military rate.
Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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