<p>I have some students who weren't sure what they were looking for with regard to BA/BFA/BM programs. If you or your student might need a little help with clarification for what might work best for them, this might be of some help to you: The</a> MT Project BA/BFA/BM? What does it all mean?</p>
<p>(Yes, I wrote it...not looking for a "plug" here, just trying to help :D)</p>
<p>This is very helpful!! BUT, please remember that not all BA, BFA, or BM programs are built alike, so check the specifics of each program in which you are interested both in terms of required curriculum and available curriculum and opportunities. </p>
<p>This is a great place to start! :)</p>
<p>I found that very enlightening!</p>
<p>Thanks for the feedback! And ABSOLUTELY, KatMT, I 110% agree that no programs fit precisely into any box! Just a general place to start :)</p>
<p>MTCoach… I agree that your article is a great place to start. I also took a look at the rest of your site. We are lucky enough to be able to afford expensive coaching in NYC for my S but I know there are many talented kids out there who are not in a financial position to do that. What you are doing is admirable.</p>
<p>Thank you for your kind words, Pelky - very much appreciated! All best to your son during this exciting time!</p>
<p>Sound advice, from MTCoach. As a parent of twin boys, both at FSU, one of whom is a BM MT and the other a BFA MT, the article is a good general overview. When we researched schools last year, we learned what KATMT already mentioned, there are many unique and sometimes subtle differences among programs, beyond th BA, BFA, BM distinction . Don’t be afraid to ask questions, talk to the students, visit, fully explore actual cost rather than the sticker price, and review the school’s websites.</p>
<p>Thank you, this was very helpful for the nonmusician parent… :)</p>
<p>Nice article. Adding on to Nccpdad’s post, I’m the other parent of twins with one in a BM program and the other in a BFA program. I would echo that even within these degree distinctions there are similarities and differences from school to school. Do your research and ask questions about what the full 4-year curriculum entails. In the case of my boys, they had a good cross-section of programs and degree types on their lists, and when it all shook out, the degree distinction didn’t really factor in to their final decisions. It came down to the connections they made to the people and the program, the financial aid package, the location, etc. Best of luck.</p>
<p>Nice to hear that the degree per se wasn’t as material to your twins. My D is set on getting an MT BFA, but I also can’t tell you how many people have told her (including professionals in the field) that the actual degree is immaterial once you’re out there in the job market. Some tell her repeatedly that she should major in something other than MT, but minor in voice and keep up with her dance while in college, some say she has to get an MT BFA, and all ranges in between.</p>
<p>She has seven more auditions starting end of January, and while I hope and think she’ll get a spot in the BFA track (based on others evaluations), I’m wondering if any one out there has had to deal with a situation where their child didn’t get a spot, and how they advised or managed that. Hoping I don’t have to deal with that, but it would be interesting to hear different thoughts on that. Right now I think her plan would be to enroll at one of the colleges she’s selected and re-audition for a spot in the fall, and maybe also pursue a BA in theater, voice, maybe dance, or in something related like communications.</p>
<p>My son is auditioning this year so we haven’t dealt directly with not getting a spot. I will say though that we know a few people who opted for the Indiana BA. There apparently is a lot if MT opportunity with the BA and a good deal of crossover with the programs.</p>