Music Production & Audio Recording Concentration, Bachelor of Science in Music Industry (B.S.) at Georgia State University

Programme overview

A Georgia State University Bachelor of Science in Music Production & Audio Recording prepares students for artistic, technical and producer/engineer roles in the music and music-related media industries. Through a comprehensive curriculum, students become skilled audio engineers and music technologists with practical training and hands-on experience that prepares them for the multifaceted challenges of the industry.

Faculty: College of the Arts | Department: School of Music | Duration: The Bachelor of Science, Concentration in Music Production & Audio Recording, requires a minimum of 120 credits and can be completed in four years. | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Spring – November 15 (All concentrations except Conducting) Summer – March 1 (Music Education concentration and non-degree programs only) Fall – June 1 (All concentrations) | Location: Atlanta, GA, United States

What you will study

The Music Production & Audio Recording concentration at GSU offers a cutting-edge curriculum designed to prepare students for the dynamic field of music production and audio engineering. Students in this program engage in a range of courses that cover areas such as studio recording techniques, music technology, sound design, mixing and mastering. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with hands-on experience in state-of-the-art recording studios and production facilities. Students learn to work with industry-standard software and equipment, honing their technical skills and creative abilities.

Career pathways

Concentration in Music Production & Audio Recording A degree in music production and audio recording from GSU, prepares you pursue rewarding careers in the music industry.

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Application information

Entry requirements

To be considered for admission, students applying to the School of Music at Georgia State University are required to complete a separate application through the Acceptd platform. Prospective students applying for the Bachelor of Science in Music Industry, in either concentration (Music Management or Music Production and Audio Recording), complete the School of Music application through Acceptd, which includes a digital portfolio, and an interview with faculty from their area. A performance audition is optional and does not replace the portfolio or the interview. Application requirements, important deadlines and audition dates can be found on our Application and Admission Information page.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Entry terms for first-year applicants: Spring, Summer and Fall semesters. Fall 2027 classes begin in August 2027.

First-year applicants apply through the Common Application with a $60 nonrefundable application fee; fee waivers from ACT, College Board or NACAC are accepted.

Fall semester: application opens August 14; Early Action application and Honors and scholarship priority deadline November 15; final application and Regular Decision deadline May 1; official transcripts and test scores due June 1.

Spring semester: early application October 1, regular application December 1. Summer semester: early application February 1, final application April 1, final documents May 1.

Official SAT or ACT scores are required for the Atlanta Campus for Fall 2026 admission and later (SAT code 5251, ACT code 0826).

November is Apply to College Month with no application fee; the FAFSA priority deadline is April 1.

Apply through the official page: https://app.getacceptd.com/gsu

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