Music Undergraduate Student Handbook 2025-2026

Table of Contents

General Information

Welcome from the Director

Welcome to the Mead Witter School of Music at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. You are now part of an accomplished, creative community of performers, composers, scholars, and educators. We are so excited that you are here with us. The pursuit of music is such an important aspect of our society - indeed we might describe ourselves as on the front lines of creating what makes us human in the first place. The opportunities you will have here to grow and improve, share your gifts with others, and form lifelong connections are unparalleled. We have an amazing faculty and staff here ready to help you achieve your goals in college. We hope you will take every advantage of each chance to engage with your fellow students, attend the amazing concerts we present, and hear from the incredible guests we work hard to bring here in order to set you up to leave the Mead Witter School of Music ready to make an amazing impact on our world. If there is anything we can help you with, please don’t hesitate to ask us in the music office. I look forward to meeting each of you and to helping you achieve your dreams.

Dan Cavanagh
Pamela O. Hamel/Board of Advisors Director of the Mead Witter School of Music Professor of Jazz Studies and Composition

About the Mead Witter School of Music

The Mead Witter School of Music is a community of musicians, scholars, and teachers. Since its beginning in 1895, the School of Music has lived out a commitment to a student-centered musical education. Our faculty and staff provide models of academic and artistic leadership, and our students reap the benefits of a dynamic public university and the limitless intellectual and artistic opportunities provided in Madison, Wisconsin. As one of the largest departments within the College of Letters & Science, we offer flexible programs with innovative and global approaches to music study. Our teaching, research and performances reflect UW–Madison’s progressive history of creating change through innovation and exploration. Our public programming, diverse student ensembles, artists in residence and prestigious faculty ensembles demonstrate how we embrace the Wisconsin Idea, the university’s ethos of sharing what we do with the broadest audience possible.

Accreditation

The Mead Witter School of Music is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM). UW-Madison has been an institutional member of NASM since 1966. Our next accreditation review will be in 2032-2033.

Contact Information

School of Music Contact Information

Mead Witter School of Music
Mosse Humanities Building
455 N. Park St.
Madison, WI 537106
music@music.wisc.edu
608-263-1900

 Professor Dan Cavanagh
Director of the Mead Witter School of Music
Professor of Jazz Studies and Composition
director@music.wisc.edu
608-263-1900		 Professor Daniel Grabois
Interim Associate Director and Director of Undergraduate Studies
Professor of Horn
associatedirector@music.wisc.edu 608-263-1911

Diana Wheeler
Student Services and Curriculum Manager
curriculum@music.wisc.edu
608-265-5701

 Jared Jellison
Undergraduate Admissions Coordinator
admissions@music.wisc.edu
608-262-9295		 Todd Reck
Undergraduate Music Advisor
ugradadvisor@music.wisc.edu
608-263-1918

Institutional Statement on Diversity

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW–Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin–Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background — people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world. 

https://diversity.wisc.edu/institutional-statement-on-diversity/

Land Acknowledgment Statement

The Mead Witter School of Music occupies ancestral Ho-Chunk land, a place their nation has called Teejop (day-JOPE) since time immemorial. In an 1832 treaty, the Ho-Chunk were forced to cede this territory. Decades of ethnic cleansing followed when both the federal and state government repeatedly, but unsuccessfully, sought to forcibly remove the Ho-Chunk from Wisconsin. We acknowledge the circumstances that led to the forced removal of the Ho-Chunk people, and honor their legacy of resistance and resilience. This history of colonization informs our work and vision for a collaborative future. We recognize and respect the inherent sovereignty of the Ho-Chunk Nation and the other 11 Native Nations within the boundaries of the state of Wisconsin.

Resources for Undergraduate Music Majors

School of Music Knowledgebase (KB)

This site is intended to provide School of Music students and employees with helpful information, guidance and support on various policies and procedures. This site contains information regarding processes specific to the Mead Witter School of Music. The Knowledgebase may be found here and may require login with a University of Wisconsin-Madison NetID and Password.

School of Music Facilities

Students declared in music majors and degree programs will be granted access to Mead Witter School of Music facilities needed for their music studies. Some of the facilities and services the School of Music offers include lockers to store instruments, practice room rentals, instrument rentals, and meeting rooms; you can also reserve a performance hall for your recital. More information about facilities and their usage policies can be found here.

Resources for Student Success

Mead Witter School of Music is committed to helping you find resources to promote your academic success as well as your physical, mental, and emotional health needs. Check out the Musician Health section of the School of Music website.

Undergraduate Music Majors and Degrees

The Mead Witter School of Music offers several options for completing music majors and degrees. These include a Bachelor of Music Performance, a Bachelor of Music Education, a Bachelor of Arts, and a Bachelor of Science in Music,

Bachelor of Music (BM) Performance

The BM Performance degree is the School of Music's option for a student who wants to pursue a professiona, concervatory-style music degeee. This degree program offers an extensive 90+ credit music major while meeting adjsuted L&S Breadth Requirements and UW-Madison General Education Requirements. The official requirements for these degree program options can be found in Guide.

New Bachelor of Music Performance Degree Requirements

In September 2022 revised degree requirements for the BM Performance degree were introduced. Students who declared the BM Performance degree prior to September 2022 have the option to stay in their current degree program or switch to the new degree program. Students are encouraged to meet with the Undergraduate Music Advisor to see which option works best for them. Students who declare a BM Peformance beginning in September 2022 must declare the new degree options and follow those requirements.

Bachelor of Music (BM) Education

The Bachelor of Music Education degree prepares a student for the music education licensure process with the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI). It is also a solid well-rounded performance and pedagogy degree to prepare students for graduate school or teaching outside the classroom.

Students must complete all Wisconsin statutory requirements and certification requirements established by DPI. While many of these requirements are embedded within the program's requirements, students should talk to the Undergraduate Music Advisor and the Teacher Education Center about other requirements. The endorsement of the program coordinator/faculty is also required to receive certification through UW–Madison. Information about teacher licensure procedures can be found on the School of Education’s Mary T. Kellner Teacher Education Center website. The official requirements for each of these degree program options can be found in Guide.

New Bachelor of Music Performance Degree Requirements

In September 2023 revised degree requirements for the BM Education degree were introduced. Students who entered the Music Education Teacher Education Program before September 2023 will follow the old degree program. Students who enter the Music Education Teacher Education Program starting in September 2023 or later will follow the new degree program.

Second Degree in Music Education

Students who already have a bachelor’s degree may be admitted to the Bachelor of Music Education. Students must apply to UW-Madison as a Second Degree Student and pass an audition to enter the School of Music. In most cases the College of Letters and Science will not permit second degree students to switch from Music Education to another major or degree. Students must satisfy all L&S degree requirements for the Bachelor of Music Education, satisfy all Quality of Work requirements, complete at least 30 credits in L&S after the first degree has been awarded, and complete a minimum of 108 LAS credits which may include courses the student completed during their first degree program. The Office of the Registrar and the School of Music will examine the student’s transcript(s) to determine if any of the courses from their previous degree will meet some of the major or degree requirements.

Music Education Non-Degree Certification

Students who already have a bachelor’s degree that includes a music major may be admitted to UW-Madison as a non-degree student through Continuing Studies as an Education Certification Special Student (EDCS) in order and apply to the Mead Witter School of Music in November to complete the coursework required for Music Education Certification requirements. Prospective students should consult the Undergraduate Music Advisor and the Chair of the Music Education Teacher Education Program to see which requirements have already been met and which classes will need to be taken at UW-Madison. Depending on the coursework needed, students may need to pass a School of Music audition to be admitted to a performance study studio or audition for required ensembles. The process begins with enrolling in MUSIC 300: Principles of Music Education in the spring semester. During that semester students are required to apply to the Music Education Teacher Education Program (METEP) in a process that includes an application, a written essay, brief interview, solo performance on your primary instrument, sight-singing, and keyboard harmonization.

Bachelor of Arts in Music, Bachelor of Science in Music, and Additional Major in Music

The School of Music offers a music major as part of a liberal arts degree. This major can be combined with most other majors in the College of Letters & Science. The “Additional Major in Music” is for non-L&S students who major in music. Non-L&S students must be approved to declare in music by their home school or college.

Bachelor of Arts vs. Bachelor of Science

Music major requirements are identical for the Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, and Additional Major in Music. More information about L&S degree requirements can be found here.

Major Options

There are several options available:

  • BA/BS in Music Performance Option
    • Requirements for the Music Performance Option can be found in Guide.
    • Starting in fall 2025, new jazz studies students will also declare this major
  • BA/BS in Jazz Studies Option
    • Jazz studies students will declare the “no option” major
    • Jazz Studies majors follow the plan outlined on the BA/BS Jazz Studies Plan. A copy of this may be obtained from the School of Music KB.
    • Starting in fall 2025, students currently declared in this major have the option to switch to the BA/BS in Music Performance Option
    • Starting in fall 2025, no new jazz studies students will be declared in this major
  • Old BA/BS in Composition Option
    • Composition students will declare the “no option” major
    • Composition majors the plan outlined on the BA/BS Jazz Composition Plan. A copy of this may be obtained from the School of Music KB.
    • Starting in fall 2025, students currently declared in this major have the option to switch to the New BA/BS in Music Composition Option
    • Starting in fall 2025, no new composition students will be declared in this major
  • New BA/BS in Composition Option
    • Starting in fall 2025, new composition majors will declare this option
    • Requirements for the composition option can be found in Guide.
  • BA/BS No Option Major
    • Students interested in this should meet with the Undergraduate Music Advisor to discuss their interests
  • Honors in the Major
    • Students interested in the Honors in the Major Option should meet with an L&S Honors Advisor and the Music Undergraduate Advisor early in their academic career.

Music Certificate Programs

The Mead Witter School of Music does not currently offer any certificate programs.

Music Major Declaration Process

Students admitted to UW-Madison and the Mead Witter School of Music will be declared in their music major or music degree program. All students must meet the satisfactory progress described in Guide to continue in their major or degree program. Students not meeting these requirements should meet as soon as feasible with the Undergraduate Music Advisor to discuss their options for continuing in the Mead Witter School of Music.

When to Declare

Newly admitted music students will be declared as part of their Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration program (SOAR). Current UW-Madison students will be declared during their initial meeting with the Undergraduate Music Advisor. Students outside of L&S will be declared in accordance with their home school or college’s procedures for additional major declaration.

Changing Declaration

Students may choose to change or undeclare their music major at a later date to meet changing goals. Students thinking about changing their music major should meet with their Major Professor and the Undergraduate Music Advisor to discuss their goals and the options available to them. Changing music majors requires the approval of the Major Professor and the Director of Undergraduate Studies or the Music Undergraduate Advisor.

Double Majoring in Music and a Different Major

Bachelor of Arts in Music, Bachelor of Science in Music, and Additional Major in Music

May pursue a second major within L&S with the approval of the other academic department. Students with majors outside of L&S can pursue an Additional Major in Music with the approval of the other school or college. Due to its more limited music requirements, most students pursuing a second major choose this music major.

Bachelor of Music Performance

Students interested in pursuing an additional major should meet with the Undergraduate Music Advisor to discuss their interests and ways to meet them.

Bachelor of Music Education

Students interested in pursuing an additional major should meet with the Undergraduate Music Advisor to discuss their interests and ways to meet them.

Multiple Majors in Music

Students may only declare one music major or degree program. There is too much overlap between programs to allow students to pursue multiple programs. Students interested in studying subjects over multiple areas should meet with the Undergraduate Music Advisor to discuss their interests and goals.

Course Enrollment Policies

Performance Study

As part of their music major or degree program students are required to take multiple semesters of individualized instrument instruction and instrument studio also referred to as “applied study.” Undergraduate Performance Study is divided into 200-Level Elementary/Intermediate courses (Music Performance 201 to 251) and 400-Level Advanced courses (Music Performance 401 to 451). Composition majors in the pre 2025 major tracks have a slightly different program and should consult their major requirements for details.

Enrollment in 200-Level Performance Study

Students must be admitted to the School of Music and declared in a music major or degree to enroll. In most circumstances they may only take these lessons on their primary instrument.

Enrollment in 400-Level Performance Study

Students must be admitted to the School of Music and declared in a music major or degree to enroll. They may only take these lessons on their primary instrument. Students must be approved for progression to 400-level performance study by their Major Professor and their area faculty. Approval will be given by completing the Performance Study Progress Report Form and submitting it to the Undergraduate Music Advisor. A copy of this form may be found on the School of Music KB.

Progression to Four-Credit Performance Study

Only declared Bachelor of Music Performance degree students may take four-credit Performance Study. Four-credit performance study starts after a student has completed two semesters of two-credit 200-Level Performance. Students must be approved for progression to four-credit performance study by their Major Professor and area faculty and given permission with the Performance Study Progress Report Form. Students enroll in two-credit lessons in the semester they are enrolled in their two-credit recital course.

Concurrent Enrollment in Large Performance Ensemble or Accompanying (for pianists)

In order for students to develop as musicians, it is important to study both individually and as part of an ensemble. Therefore, students enrolled in 200-level or 400-level performance study are expected to be concurrently enrolled in a large performance ensemble or accompanying class (for pianists) that meets one of the ensemble requirements for their music major.

Performance Study Juries

Students are required to complete a jury (or alternative form of evaluation approved by the instrument area) by the end of every semester or by the end of every academic year in order to evaluate the student’s progress on their instrument by their instrument area faculty. Benchmarks for each semester and year of study are established by the instrument area and are shared with individual students.

Performance Study Progress Report Form

The results of a student’s performance study evaluation will be recorded on the Performance Study Progress Report Form. A copy of this form may be found on the School of Music KB. All completed forms will be submitted to the Undergraduate Music Advisor for review and archiving. In addition to feedback on their musicianship, students will receive one of the following outcomes:

PASS: Student is meeting performance goals. The area faculty approve the student to continue enrollment in same level & credits of lessons in the next semester.

PROGRESSION TO 400-LEVEL PERFORMANCE STUDY: The area faculty approve the student to advance to 400-level lessons for the next semester.

PROGRESSION TO FOUR-CREDIT PERFORMANCE STUDY: The area faculty approve the student to switch from 2-credit to 4-credit lessons for the next semester (Bachelor of Music Performance Only).

CONCERNS ABOUT PERFORMANCE: The area faculty have concerns about the student’s progress. See explanation on form.

CHANGE MAJOR: The area faculty are changing the student’s major. See explanation on form.

WARNING LETTER: The area faculty have significant concerns about how the student is making progress towards performance goals in a timely manner to graduate. Their concerns are outlined on the form along with recommendations and expectations for improvement. If the student fails to meet expectations for improvement in the next semester, the area faculty will require the student to change music majors or be undeclared from their music major.

REMOVAL LETTER: The area faculty have determined that the student has failed to meet expectations outlined in their WARNING LETTER. The area faculty are undeclaring the student from their music major. See explanation on form

Advancement to 400-Level Performance Study Early

When a student demonstrates exceptional artistic and technical ability, the area faculty may approve a student to advance to 400-level performance study before the student completes the required number of 200-level performance study credits. Students must take other approved credit hours to replace the credits of 200-level performance study they are missing. Additional credits of 400-level performance study (beyond major requirements) and approved music elective credits not needed to meet other requirements for the music major are automatically approved to replace 200-level performance study. All other replacement credits must be approved by the Undergraduate Music Advisor and the Director of Undergraduate Studies. Due to licensure requirements, Bachelor of Music Education students must also have substitute credits approved by the Chair of the Music Education Program.

Performance Study for Music Majors on a Second Instrument

Music majors interested in taking a second instrument should discuss this with their Major Professor. Enrollment should be approved by their Major Professor and the second instrument instructor. This enrollment is also contingent on available studio space. Music majors should consult Guide for information regarding how these lessons may or may not meet major and degree requirements. Students enrolling in performance study on a second instrument under most circumstances should enroll in MUS PERF 144 (Voice), MUS PERF 146 (all instruments), or MUS PERF 200 (piano)

Performance Study for Prospective Music Majors

Non-Majors who take Performance Study before they are admitted to the School of Music may use up to four credits of Performance Study for Non-Majors (MUS PERF 144, 146, or 200) at UW-Madison on their principal instrument to meet part of their major requirements for 200-Level Performance Study if they later choose to pursue a music major. All enrollment must be approved by the studio instructor. Once admitted to the School of Music, students should ask the Undergraduate Music Advisor to update their DARS Report accordingly.

Performance Study for Non-Music Majors

Mead Witter School of Music has very limited studio space for non-music majors with previous experience on their instrument. Students may enroll in performance study for a grade with the permission of the studio instructor and the approval of the Director of the School of Music. Auditors may not enroll in performance study. Non-music majors enroll in MUS PERF 144, MUS PERF 146, or MUS PERF 200. An alternative to for-credit lessons is the Community Music Lessons program.

Senior Recital

The senior recital is a required capstone project for Bachelor of Music Performance degree students. These students should enroll in MUS PERF 499: Senior Recital during the semester they complete their recital and only enroll in two credits of Performance Study. The student is responsible for working with their Major Professor to secure any performance space, accompanists, advertising, recording, or any other logistical needs for their recital. More information about recital scheduling can be found here. Students who are not Bachelor of Music Performance degree students have the option to do a senior recital. These students are also responsible for work with their Major Professor to secure any performance space, accompanists, advertising, recording, or any other logistical needs for their recital. Students who are not Bachelor of Music Performance degree students should not enroll in MUS PERF 499.

Large Performance Ensembles

The School of Music offers a variety of auditioned and non-auditioned ensembles for music and non-music majors. Information about ensembles can be found here. See the Course Search & Enroll App for each semester’s offerings.

Large Ensemble Auditions

Students wishing to participate in the auditioned ensembles should sign up for an audition. Fall semester auditions take place the week before the semester begins. Spring semester auditions take place during the fall semester. Students enrolled in auditioned ensembles in the fall semester should consult their conductors regarding the need to audition for the spring.

Class Piano and Piano Proficiency Requirements

All music majors are required to demonstrate a certain level of piano proficiency. Piano proficiency focuses on sight reading, playing repertoire, scales, transposing, and harmonizing. The requirements for each music major can be found in the Guide. Music majors may meet piano proficiency requirements by enrolling in piano classes until they achieve the level of proficiency needed, passing a proficiency exam that demonstrates the required proficiency, or a combination of the two. The criteria for testing out of each level of class piano can be found here. Questions about piano proficiency testing should be addressed to Professor Jessica Johnson.

Piano Proficiency Testing

Piano proficiency testing occurs at the beginning of the fall and spring semesters. During the piano proficiency test, students will be asked to demonstrate their piano skills in sight reading, harmonization, transposition, technical skills, and performance (please see list of criteria for exam above). Students will be notified after the test of the proficiency level they have demonstrated. Students may repeat the piano proficiency exam upon request at the next available test date.

Proficiency Testing and Credit for Class Piano

Taking a piano proficiency test will result in placement in a certain level of piano, it will NOT result in the student receiving academic credit. Students who test out of piano requirements that carry a credit requirement will need to take alternative credits. Students should meet with the Undergraduate Music Advisor to discuss elective music credit for piano requirements.

Class Piano for Non-Majors

Class piano (MUS PERF 101 - 104) currently is not available for non-music majors.

Approved Special Topics Courses Meeting the Music History Elective Requirement

Certain MUSIC 497 Special Topics courses have been approved to meet the music history elective requirement. Students who have taken or wish to take these courses should consult the Undergraduate Music Advisor for details.

Directed Study Opportunities

There are occasions when a student is interested in studying a music topic that is not currently offered through coursework. In this case, music majors may do independent study through a Directed Study course. Students interested in pursuing a directed study should:

  • Review the UW-Madison course list in Guide to confirm that a class is not offered in that subject.
  • Meet with the appropriate School of Music professor to discuss a potential directed study. All directed study proposals are subject to the approval of the supervising professor.
  • The student and their supervising instructor should complete the School of Music Directed Study (660-499) Request Form. A copy of this form may be found on the School of Music KB. The form must be submitted to the Undergraduate Music Advisor for review no later than the Friday of the first week of the semester.
  • All Directed Study requests must comply with university policy for Directed/Independent Study for Undergraduates and be approved by the Director of Undergraduate Studies.

Music Courses That Do and Do Not Count Towards Music Major Requirements

The School of Music offers a variety of courses and ensembles that are designed for students not majoring in music. Music majors should refer to Guide for lists of courses that can be used to meet music major and degree requirements and those that cannot.

Granting Substitutions to Music Major & Degree Course Requirements

In addition to courses listed in Guide as meeting music major requirements, other courses that meet the spirit of these requirements may be approved on a case-by-case basis by the Undergraduate Music Advisor and the Director of Undergraduate Studies. Students are advised to get approval for a course before the semester starts.

Courses Offered by UW-Madison

Students requesting a substitution of another UW-Madison course should:

  • Email syllabus to the Undergraduate Advisor with an explanation of how the course meets the spirit of the music major requirement.
  • Syllabi will be reviewed by the Director of Undergraduate Studies in consultation with other faculty.
  • Students will be emailed by the Undergraduate Advisor of the School of Music’s decision and if granted, the student’s DARS Report will be updated to reflect the requirement being met.

Transferring Music Credits from Other Institutions

Students who wish to transfer college music credits from another institution to UW-Madison should refer to the Office of the Registrar website for details. Music majors who transfer music credits to UW-Madison should send copies of course syllabi to the Undergraduate Music Advisor for review.

Transfer Credit from Study Abroad Programs

Students taking music classes abroad should refer to the Study Abroad website for information on transferring credit to UW-Madison: International Academic Programs will consult the Mead Witter School of Music regarding music credit equivalencies as needed. Students are advised to meet with the Undergraduate Music Advisor before they go abroad to discuss how their credits will transfer.

World Language Requirements for the Bachelor of Music Performance (Voice Option)

  • Students declared in the Bachelor of Music Performance (Voice Option) must complete the first semester of French, German, and Italian as well as the second semester of two of these three languages. If a student believes that they meet the spirit of one or more of these languages, but this does not appear in their DARS report, please consult the undergraduate music advisor. Common examples of this include:
  • A student’s DARS report shows the completion of the second semester of French, German, or Italian and the first semester of that language shows as unmet. Please contact the undergraduate music advisor to inquire about the first semester.
  • A student has transfer credit from another college or university for French, German, or Italian that does not appear on the DARS report. Please contact the undergraduate music advisor to ask about a reevaluation of the transfer credit.
  • A student has prior experience in French, German, or Italian that has not been transcripted as high school units or college credit. Students may be able to place out of the required semesters of French, German, or Italian. Please contact the undergraduate music advisor for more information about how to take a UW-Madison approved French, German or Italian language placement test to demonstrate this experience. Note: this method can only be used to meet a language requirement for the Bachelor of Music Performance (Voice Option). It cannot meet any other L&S or degree requirements.

MUS PERF 27: Percussion Fundamentals Requirement for Percussionist Bachelor of Music Education Majors

Classical percussion majors (enrolled in the MUS PERF 227 & 447 sequence) may substitute an approved course for MUS PERF 27. Jazz percussion majors (enrolled in the MUS PERF 241 & 441) sequence will be assessed on their classical percussion abilities to determine if they need to take MUS PERF 27 or may take an approved substitute. Students cannot double count this substitution course for another music education major requirement. Approved substitutions for MUS PERF 27 are:

  • Large ensemble: MUSIC 40, 41, 62, or 262
  • Percussion ensemble: MUSIC 268
  • Other courses may be approved by the Music Education and Percussion Faculty on a case-by-case basis

Courses not under the Jurisdiction of the School of Music

The Mead Witter School of Music does not have the authority to grant substitutions for courses needed to meet UW-Madison General Education, College of Letters & Science requirements, or other majors offered by UW-Madison. Requests for substitutions to these requirements should be made to the L&S Undergraduate Academic Deans’ Services.

Late Enrollment in MUSIC and MUSIC PERFORMANCE Courses

Under most circumstances students are expected to adhere to the Office of the Registrar’s deadlines for adding and dropping classes. Students wishing to late add a music course should contact the Undergraduate Music Advisor. Late approval to enroll in a class cannot be guaranteed even for students who have been participating in the class since the first day of the semester.

Students wishing to add a MUSIC or MUSIC PERFORMANCE course after the add deadline should reach out to the course instructor to obtain permission to add the course. Since many School of Music courses are graded in large part on attendance and in-class participation, a student should work with the course instructor to develop a plan for making up work they have missed before approval is given.

If approval is granted, the instructor should email the Undergraduate Music Advisor to request late enrollment. Note that after the 12th week of the semester (See the Office of the Registrar’s website for exact deadlines) a student must also have the approval of the Director of the School of Music and an L&S Academic Dean to add a course.

Incomplete Grades in Music Courses

Occasionally there are reasons that may require extra time to complete a course. Students thinking about taking an Incomplete should consult L&S Incomplete policy and talk to their instructor.

School of Music Grading System

Semester grades are based upon the expectations and rubrics expressed in the course syllabus. The general quality of a student’s work is expressed in terms of a grade point average (GPA). See the Office of the Registrar's website for UW-Madison’s grading system.

Music Grade Changes

According to University policy and in an effort to maintain equity and consistency, final semester grades can be changed only because of clerical error or miscalculation of the course grade. Students cannot petition to improve a course grade through extra work, revision of completed work, or retaking of exams. The only exception are when the option to improve a grade is available to all students in a given course AND this option is stated explicitly in the course syllabus.

To ensure fairness for all students, final semester grading is founded on the guidelines and/or rubrics expressed in the course syllabus, which is made available to every student. Faculty members and other instructors with grading responsibility do not take into consideration a student’s past performance in previous classes or the amount of energy a student has devoted to mastering subject matter to alter a student’s grade for a course. More information about Grade Appeals may be found below.

Conduct and Grievance Policy

Academic Misconduct Policy

The Mead Witter School of Music takes academic misconduct of students enrolled in its courses and ensembles very seriously. All members of the Mead Witter School of Music community are expected to follow the University of Wisconsin-Madison and the University of Wisconsin System’s conduct policies outlined by the Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards.

Non-Academic Misconduct Policy

The Mead Witter School of Music takes allegations of nonacademic misconduct from its students, faculty, and staff very seriously. This may include things like hate or bias, sexual violence, hazing or other issues that may work against the university’s living and learning environment that is safe and free from violence, harassment, fraud, theft, disruption, and intimidation. The Mead Witter School of Music will follow Non Academic Misconduct Policies outlined by the Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards.

Grade Appeals

Students have the right to appeal a semester grade in a Music or Music Performance Class if they believe that grade to either be incorrect or inequitable when compared to the standard grading policy in the syllabus for all students taking the same course. Students cannot petition to improve a course grade by offering to rewrite a paper, turn in additional work, or retake a final exam unless the option to improve a grade is available to all students in a given course and is stated explicitly in the course syllabus. The School of Music will adhere to the College of Letters and Science’s Policy and Procedures for Grade Appeal. A student who alleges that discrimination was a factor in the assignment of the disputed grade should contact the Office of Compliance.

Speaking to the Course Instructor

Any student who has a concern about a grade should first communicate with the instructor to clarify any misunderstandings or identify errors in calculation of the grade. Instructors may request a change of a grade due to such an error. If the student’s questions are still unresolved after appeal to the instructor, the student may initiate an appeal process.

Submitting a Grade Appeal for a School of Music Course

The student must write a formal written grade appeal to the Undergraduate Music Advisor that includes:

  • Course name, number, and instructor
  • A copy of the course syllabus showing the grading guidelines
  • The grade received in the course
  • The results of the student’s discussion with the instructor regarding the grade
  • Specific reasons for appealing the grade
  • Any specific submitted coursework the student would like to be reviewed as part of the appeal
  • The student’s contact information

School of Music Grade Appeal Process

The appeal will be reviewed by an ad hoc team of faculty members that will include:

  • Director of the School of Music and/or the Director of Undergraduate Studies
  • The Undergraduate Academic Advisor
  • Additional members of the faculty if necessary, as appointed by the Director of the School of Music

Results of the School of Music Appeal

The appeal may result in a decision to let the assigned grade stand, recommend the instructor’s review and recalculation of the grade, or to initiate deeper inquiry. The results of the appeal will be communicated to the student in writing. The decision of the School of Music appeal committee may be appealed to the Director of the Mead Witter School of Music through an additional formal written appeal.

Appealing to the College of Letters and Science

The results of the School of Music may be appealed through a formal written appeal to L&S Associate Dean for Teaching & Learning Administration (TLA). The decision of the Associate Dean for TLA is final.

Reporting Concerns and Complaints to the Mead Witter School of Music

The Mead Witter School Music will listen to and take seriously all concerns and complaints regarding its faculty, staff, students, courses, ensembles, and facilities. UW-Madison students, faculty, staff, and members of the general public who have concerns about Mead Witter School of Music may contact:

 Students may also report non-academic incidents through the Office of Student Assistance and Support.

Students may also report academic incidents to the L&S Undergraduate Academic Deans' Service.

Leave and Readmission Policy

The School of Music considers continuous enrollment in performance study to be an important part of a student’s music education. To that end the school expects students to maintain continuous enrollment in performance study and large ensembles (or accompanying for pianists) until those requirements are completed. However, the School of Music recognizes that sometimes students may require a leave of absence and is committed to working with students to find a plan for their success. Concerns should be discussed with the Major Professor, the Director of Undergraduate Studies, or the Undergraduate Music Advisor.

Defining Continuous Enrollment in the School of Music

Students are considered “enrolled” in the School of Music if they are:

  • Enrolled every fall and spring semester in a course that meets the Performance Study Requirements listed in Guide, until that requirement is completed.
  • Making consistent progress towards music theory, music history, large ensemble, and other music major requirements including enrolling in MUSIC 121 & MUSIC 171 to begin the music theory/history sequence in the first possible fall semester after declaration of a music major.

Students Needing to Take a Leave of Absence

A student considering a Leave of Absence should meet with their Major Professor and the Undergraduate Music Advisor to discuss the potential implications to their development as a musician, degree completion, ability to re-enroll in the School of Music, and their financial aid eligibility.

Students Absent for One Semester

Students must meet with their Major Professor to ensure they can still play at a level consistent with their level when taking a leave of absence. Readmission must be approved by the Major Professor. Readmission must be approved before the student is eligible to enroll in Performance Study. A Major Professor may require a re-audition if the student is not deemed to perform at a level consistent with their level when taking the leave.

Students Absent for Two or More Semesters

Students may be asked to re-audition by their Major Professor and instrument area. Readmission to the School of Music is contingent on their level of musicianship as well as available space in their Major Professor’s studio.

Music Scholarship and Award Eligibility

Students taking a leave of absence should discuss the impact of this leave on their scholarship and award eligibility with the Undergraduate Music Advisor. Taking a leave of absence may impact a student’s ability to meet the satisfactory progress requirements needed to retain eligibility for their scholarship or award.

Readmission to UW-Madison

Students on a leave of absence may also need to apply for reentry through the UW–Madison Office of Admissions and Recruitment.

Musician Injury Policy

The Mead Witter School of Music supports the physical, emotional, and mental health of its students. The School of Music recognizes that health issues may require a student to take a break from playing their instrument or be given accommodations to continue as a music student.

Injured Student Musician Rights

A student musician has the right to have their injury or illness accommodated within reason by the faculty and staff of the Mead Witter School of Music. Any student who does not feel that their needs have been accommodated should reach out to the Director of Undergraduate Studies or the Undergraduate Music Advisor.

Musician Wellness Resources

Resources about musician wellness can be found on the School of Music website. Mead Witter School of Music also offers seminars and courses on topics pertaining to musician wellness. Students are strongly encouraged to take advantage of these opportunities.

Short-Term Injury or Illness

Students experiencing an injury or illness that is anticipated to interrupt their ability to play and/or attend class for a short period of time, should:

  • Discuss their injury/illness with the Major Professor, Conductor, or instructor of the course(s) impacted by the injury. The student and the instructor should develop a recovery plan that enables the student to complete course requirements in a timely manner and/or provides alternatives to complete course requirements. Any short-term accommodations to syllabi requirements agreed to between the instructor and the students should be recorded in writing and emailed to both the student and the instructor.
  • Discuss their injury/illness with their ensemble conductor(s) to develop a plan that enables them to complete course requirements or provide alternatives to complete course requirements. Short-term accommodations to syllabi requirements should be made in writing.
  • Meet with the instructors for any other classes impacted by their injury or illness and discuss alternatives for completing coursework.
  • Meet with the Undergraduate Music Advisor to discuss their recovery plan and the potential impacts to the graduation plan.

Chronic Injury or Illness

Students who develop longer term or chronic conditions that impact their ability to participate in lessons, ensembles, or other classes should apply for accommodations with the McBurney Disability Resource Center. The McBurney Center will work with the student’s instructors and the Undergraduate Music Advisor to develop appropriate accommodations.

Study Abroad

UW-Madison offers many opportunities for students to spend all or part of an academic year studying abroad. Music majors are encouraged to explore these opportunities while at UW-Madison.

Students interested in enrolling in a study abroad program should meet with their Major Professor and the Undergraduate Music advisor to discuss their plans. These discussions should include developing a plan for maintaining their current level of musicianship on their major instrument while abroad, classes they might take while abroad to meet degree requirements, and how this will impact their four-year plan to graduate.

Student Record Keeping Policies

The Mead Witter School of Music and UW-Madison maintain student records for the purposes of advising students and monitoring progress towards their degree.

UW-Madison Student Records

Student records are kept in the Student Information System (SIS), the Degree Audit Reporting System (DARS), and the Advisor Notes System (ANS) by the College of Letters and Science, the UW-Madison Office of the Registrar, and UW-Madison Information Technology. These include course enrollment, grades, major and degree progress, major and degree completion, and interactions between the student and their academic advisors. Information about student records and access to them can found on the Office of the Registrar website.

School of Music Records

Historical student records are kept in secure paper files. Current students are kept on the secure School of Music Server maintained by UW-Madison Information Technology.

Records of Repertoire Studied and Performance Evaluations

Student repertoire studied and progress made is monitored through the jury process and recorded on the Performance Study Progress Report Form. Forms are kept in student files on the secure School of Music Server maintained by UW-Madison Information Technology.

UW-Madison Student Record Retention Policies

The university’s policies in the retention of student records can be found here.

Admission to the School of Music

To be admitted to the Mead Witter School of Music a student needs to apply to and be admitted by both UW-Madison and the Mead Witter School of Music:

Current UW-Madison Students

Students currently enrolled at UW-Madison who are not music majors may also audition to the School of Music. Many ensembles and classes are open to non-majors. Current students can meet with the Undergraduate Music Advisor to discuss how a music major or participation in music courses may be incorporated into their academic plans and look at timelines for degree completion. To view a list of available opportunities for non-music majors, please visit our website and review the information under “Courses Open to Non-Music Majors.” See Course Search & Enroll for eligibility each semester.

Transfer Students

Students who have earned at least 24 course credits at another college or university will apply to the Office of Admissions and Recruitment as a Transfer Student. Transfer Students follow the same audition procedures described above. Upon acceptance by UW–Madison and the School of Music, credits earned at other institutions will be reviewed by the Office of the Registrar. Students transferring music credits to UW-Madison should email the Undergraduate Music Advisor copies of their music course syllabi so their classes can be evaluated to see if they can meet music major requirements.

Reentering the School of Music

Students who were previously enrolled in the School of Music and UW–Madison who desire to reenter to seek an undergraduate degree should apply for reentry through the UW–Madison Office of Admissions and Recruitment. Re-entry students should also contact the Music Undergraduate Admissions Coordinator. An audition may be required. See School of Music Leave and Readmission Policy for more details.

Special Students

Persons who are interested in enrolling in courses offered by the School of Music but who are not working toward a UW–Madison degree should contact the Division of Continuing Studies. Enrollment for credit is limited to specific music courses and dependent on the permission of the School of Music and the instructor.

Guest Auditing Students

Persons interested in guest auditing courses offered by the School of Music should contact the Division of Continuing Studies. Auditing is limited to specific music classes and dependent on the permission of the instructor. Auditing an ensemble, performance study, or another music class requiring active participation is not permitted by L&S Policy.

Orientation for New Music Majors

All newly admitted students to the Mead Witter School of Music are required to complete music orientation.

New UW-Madison Students

Newly admitted students to UW-Madison will attend Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration (SOAR) in January for spring admits and in the summer for fall admits. Students will receive email communications with further information.

Most students who plan to major in music or music and another College of Letters & Science (L&S) major should sign up for a Mead Witter School of Music SOAR session. At SOAR students will meet with the Undergraduate Music Advisor to discuss their goals for college (including music and other L&S majors) and schedule courses for their first semester.

Students who also plan a second major in a school or college outside of L&S (Business, Engineering, Education, etc.) should sign up for a SOAR session with the other school or college. Students should meet with the Undergraduate Music Advisor before their SOAR session to discuss the music classes they need to enroll in their first semester.

Current UW-Madison Students

Current UW-Madison students who have been newly admitted to the School of Music are required to meet with the Undergraduate Music Advisor for their music orientation. Students should set up an appointment in Starfish with the Undergraduate Music Advisor.

Scholarships, Awards, and Financial Aid

The Mead Witter School of Music has scholarship and award funding available through the generous contributions of its alumni and benefactors. “Scholarships” are one-year or multiple year financial aid offered to music majors based on academic and musical merit and generally offered to incoming music students. “Awards” are generally one-time financial aid offered to current music students to recognize academic or music achievement. (Award amounts are usually distributed in one or two semesters; on rare occasions, awards may be issued for more than two semesters in duration.) More information about applying for School of Music scholarships can be found here.

Scholarship and Award Selection Process

The annual allocation of scholarship and award funding is determined by the Director of the School of Music, in conjunction with the Director of Undergraduate Studies and the Undergraduate Funding and Recruitment Committee. Recipients of individual scholarships and awards are selected by both the Undergraduate Funding and Recruitment Committee and the instrument area faculty. Entering and continuing music majors are informed of scholarship eligibility for the coming academic year in March and April.

Scholarship and Award Satisfactory Progress Requirements

Music students receiving music scholarships are expected to maintain a high level of academic performance, musicianship, progress towards their degree, and service to the School of Music as outlined in their scholarship letter.

  • Satisfactory progress requirements include:
  • Declared in an eligible music major or degree program.
  • Enrolling in courses towards meeting music theory, history, and piano requirements in a timely manner.
  • Enrolling in performance study and demonstrating appropriate progress until requirements are completed.
  • Enrolling in large ensembles or piano accompanying until requirements are completed.
  • Enrolling as a full-time student (12+ credits) each semester
  • Maintaining a UW-Madison cumulative GPA of 3.00 or higher.
  • Adhering to UW-Madison and School of Music academic and non-academic conduct expectations.

Scholarship and Award Recipients Not Meeting Satisfactory Progress Requirements

At the beginning of each fall and spring semester the Undergraduate Music Advisor will review all scholarship recipients to determine if they are meeting Scholarship Satisfactory Progress Requirements. Students not meeting satisfactory progress requirements will be reviewed by the Undergraduate Music Advisor and the Director of Undergraduate Studies. Students not meeting enrollment requirements will be contacted and given a deadline to meet enrollment requirements or provide an explanation as to why they are not meeting enrollment requirements. Students not meeting enrollment requirements may have their scholarship canceled.

Probation: End of First Semester not Meeting Requirements

The first semester that a student fails to meet satisfactory progress requirements they will automatically be placed on one semester of probation. The student will be informed via email as to why they are on probation, may be required to go see the Undergraduate Music Advisor to discuss their circumstances and a strategy for improvement, and be informed that if they do not meet satisfactory progress requirements by the end of the semester their scholarship will be canceled.

Cancellation: End of Second Semester not Meeting Requirements

After the second semester in a row that a student fails to meet satisfactory progress requirements their scholarship will automatically be canceled. The student will be informed via email of this cancellation and offered the opportunity to appeal the cancellation. Appeals will be reviewed by the SMC Program Manager, Undergraduate Music Advisor and the Director of Undergraduate Studies. Students will be informed of the results of their appeal via email.

Students on Leave of Absence

A student’s continued scholarship eligibility after returning from a leave of absence will be determined by the Director of Undergraduate Studies.

Other Financial Aid

School of Music students may also be eligible for financial assistance outside of the School of Music. Resources for finding aid include the UW-Madison Office of Student Financial Aid and the Wisconsin Scholarship Hub. Receiving a scholarship or award from the School of Music may impact a student eligibility for other types of financial aid.

Summer Music Clinic Tuition Waivers

The UW-Madison Summer Music Clinic (SMC) offers four-year Wisconsin Resident tuition waivers to attend either UW-Milwaukee or UW-Madison. Tuition waiver recipients are determined during auditions the summer before their senior year of high school. Ten students are selected as well as a list of alternates should the ten students not meet eligibility requirements or graduate early. More information about the audition process can be found at: https://precollege.wisc.edu/smc/tuition-waiver/

Maintaining SMC Tuition Waiver Eligibility at UW-Madison for Students who Auditioned before Summer 2022

Once enrolled at UW-Madison, student eligibility to receive the the SMC Tuition Waiver is monitored by the Undergraduate Music Advisor, the SMC Program Manager, and the Director of Undergraduate Studies

Requirements to Maintain Eligibility

Students who completed the SMC Tuition Waiver audition before summer 2022 must meet the following requirements to remain eligible:

  1. Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher
  2. Enrolled full-time (12+ credits) at UW-Madison while receiving the waiver
  3. Positive recommendation from their ensemble conductor in the previous semester
    1. The waiver is renewable at the end of each semester upon the recommendation of the conductor of the organization. The waiver carries an expectation of leadership within the performing ensemble as demonstrated by continued musical development through individual practice, active attendance at rehearsals, attendance at performances by other musical groups on- and off-campus, enrolling in additional music courses, continuing individual studio instruction, etc.
    2. Conductors will be asked in early January and late May to provide this recommendation
    3. Waiver recipients not recommended by their conductor may have their waiver revoked after consultation between the Undergraduate Advisor, the SMC Program Manager, and the Director of Undergraduate Studies
  4. Pass an audition, enroll in, and participate in an ensemble as assigned and approved by the Mead Witter School of Music. Currently approved ensembles include:
Summer Music Clinic Eligible Ensembles
MUSIC 40: Wind Ensemble MUSIC 52: Treble Choir MUSIC 62: Symphony Orchestra MUSIC 262: Jazz Ensemble
MUSIC 41: Concert Band MUSIC 56: Chorale MUSIC 256: University Opera
MUSIC 50: Concert Choir MUSIC 58: Madrigal Singers MUSIC 257: Opera Workshop

Students Not Meeting Eligibility Requirements

At the beginning of each fall and spring semester the Undergraduate Music Advisor will review all tuition waiver recipients to determine if they are meeting eligibility requirements Students not meeting requirement 1 should refer to the probation and cancellation policies below. Students not meeting requirements 2 or 3 may continue to receive the tuition waiver at the discretion of the Director of Undergraduate Studies and the SMC Program Manager. Students not meeting requirement 4 should refer to the replacement ensemble enrollment policy.

Probation: End of First Semester not Meeting Requirements

The first semester that a student fails to meet requirement 1 (GPA) they will automatically be placed on one semester of probation. The student will be informed via email as to why they are on probation, may be required to go see the Undergraduate Music Advisor to discuss their circumstances and a strategy for improvement, and be informed that if they do not meet satisfactory progress requirements by the end of the semester their scholarship will be canceled.

Cancellation: End of Second Semester not Meeting Requirements

After the second semester in a row that a student fails to meet requirement 1 (GPA), their scholarship will automatically be canceled. The student will be informed via email of this cancellation and offered the opportunity to appeal the cancellation. Appeals will be reviewed by the SMC Program Manager, Undergraduate Music Advisor and the Director of Undergraduate Studies. Students will be informed of the results of their appeal via email.

Replacement Ensemble Enrollment

At the discretion of the Ensemble Conductor, Director of Undergraduate Studies, and the SMC Program Manager students may be permitted to enroll in an ensemble not on the approved list above if they:

  • Obtain permission to do this before the first day of the semester in question
  • Document a legitimate and unavoidable scheduling conflict (or personal conflict) with the ensemble schedule
  • Enroll in an ensemble selected by the Ensemble Conductor
  • Maintain a level of musical skill that will allow them to successfully re-audition into an auditioned ensemble

Student Teaching

Students are eligible to receive the tuition waiver for one semester while enrolled full-time and student teaching off campus. Students do not need to meet ensemble enrollment requirements during this semester.

Leave of Absence

If a student is required to take a leave of absence from their enrollment at UW-Madison, they should contact the Music Undergraduate Music Advisor to discuss their situation. Students who are not able to enroll at the university for documented medical or other legitimate reasons can be permitted to take a leave of absence from the tuition waiver with the prior written permission of the Director of Undergraduate Studies students. The tuition waiver will be reinstated when the student returns, however the student will be required to forfeit the semester(s) of waiver they would have received while not enrolled.

Award Forfeiture

Failure of the student to follow this policy may result in the permanent cancellation of their tuition waiver eligibility.

Awarding SMC Waivers to Alternates

A list of SMC Waiver Alternates will be maintained in the event that a student receiving the waiver is not eligible to receive it for one or more semesters. Alternates who are also receiving a merit scholarship from the Mead Witter School of Music may be asked to forfeit that merit scholarship in order to receive the SMC Waiver.

Maintaining SMC Tuition Waiver Eligibility at UW-Madison for Students who Auditioned in Summer 2022 or Later

Students who auditioned in the summer of 2022 and will begin enrollment at UW-Madison in fall 2023 or later will be required to meet the new tuition waiver eligibility requirements.

Admission Requirements

In order to receive the tuition waiver at UW-Madison as a student must be admitted to UW-Madison by the Office of Admissions and Recruitment and successfully audition into the Mead Witter School of Music.

Admission Deferment

An SMC Tuition Waiver recipient may defer their enrollment in the Mead Witter School of Music for one academic year under the following conditions:

  • The student must be admitted to UW-Madison for the fall semester when their waiver begins and have an approved deferment from the Office of Admissions and Recruitment.
  • Students must successfully audition into the Mead Witter School of Music for the fall semester when their waiver begins and be approved for a deferment from their instrument professor and the Director of Undergraduate Studies.
  • The SMC tuition waiver is awarded for eight consecutive semesters starting in the fall semester their waiver begins. Students who defer their enrollment for one year will have two semesters of waiver reassigned to another student. Funding will not be granted for an additional year of study outside of the eight consecutive semesters.

 Music Major Declaration

Students need to be declared in a music major or degree program offered by the Mead Witter School of Music in semesters that they receive the tuition waiver.

Requirements to Maintain Eligibility

  • Students should be making good progress towards completion of their music major as determined by the Undergraduate Advisor and the Director of Undergraduate Studies. These include completing coursework in music theory and history, performance study, and participation in ensembles or accompaniment courses.
  • Students need to be enrolled full time (12+ credits) during semesters that they receive the waiver.
  • Students need to maintain a 3.0 Cumulative GPA.

Students Not Meeting Eligibility Requirements

The eligibility requirements will be monitored by the Undergraduate Music Advisor.

  • Students who leave their music major or degree program will have the waiver canceled.
  • Students not enrolled full-time should meet with the Undergraduate Music Advisor to discuss why they are not full time and ask for special permission to enroll under full time.
  • Students whose cumulative GPA is under 3.0 or are not making good progress towards the completion of their music major will follow the probation and cancellation policies below.

Probation: End of First Semester not Meeting Requirements

The first semester that a student fails to meet the GPA or good progress towards major completion requirements they will automatically be placed on one semester of probation. The student will be informed via email as to why they are on probation, may be required to go see the Undergraduate Music Advisor to discuss their circumstances and a strategy for improvement, and be informed that if they do not meet satisfactory progress requirements by the end of the semester their scholarship will be canceled.

Cancellation: End of Second Semester not Meeting Requirements

After the second semester in a row that a student fails to meet the GPA or good progress towards major completion requirements their scholarship will automatically be canceled. The student will be informed via email of this cancellation and offered the opportunity to appeal the cancellation. Appeals will be reviewed by the SMC Program Manager, Undergraduate Music Advisor and the Director of Undergraduate Studies. Students will be informed of the results of their appeal via email.

Study Abroad and Off-Campus Enrollment

University policy does not allow the SMC tuition waiver to be applied to any study abroad or other off campus enrollment. If a student chooses to spend a semester not enrolled on campus, the student will be required to forfeit the semester(s) of waiver they would have received and will have the tuition waiver reinstated when they return.

Student Teaching

Students are eligible to receive the tuition waiver for one semester while enrolled full-time and student teaching for the Music Education Teacher Education program.

Leave of Absence

If a student is required to disenroll from the university for a semester they will not receive the tuition waiver. Students will forfeit semesters of the waiver they would have received while not enrolled. With prior written permission or a review of extenuating circumstances, the Director of Undergraduate Studies students may have the Tuition Waiver reinstated when they return to UW-Madison.

Award Forfeiture

Failure to follow this policy will result in the permanent cancellation of the Tuition Waiver and the waiver will be transferred to an alternate without the option to renew.

Awarding SMC Waivers to Alternates

A list of SMC Waiver Alternates will be maintained in the event that a student receiving the waiver is not eligible to receive it for one or more semesters. Alternates who are also receiving a merit scholarship from the Mead Witter School of Music may be asked to forfeit that merit scholarship in order to receive the SMC Waiver.


Keywords:
major requirements, ensembles, piano proficiency, conduct policy, grade appeal, injury policy, wellness, study abroad, admission, scholarships, 
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Owned by:
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Created:
2026-03-10
Updated:
2026-04-28
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