Associate in Music, DTA/MRP

The Associate in Music, DTA/MRP is a state-recognized Direct Transfer Agreement / Major Related Program (DTA/MRP) designed for students who plan to pursue a Bachelor of Music degree in performance, composition, theory, history, music education, or music therapy. The program provides comprehensive preparation in music theory, performance, and musicianship while fulfilling general education requirements for transfer at most Washington baccalaureate institutions.

Upon completion, students will be eligible to transfer with junior standing to most Washington State baccalaureate institutions. Students transferring out of state should work closely with the transfer institutions to understand how courses in this degree will transfer.

Admission to specific music programs is highly competitive and not guaranteed. Transfer institutions may require a minimum cumulative GPA, a higher GPA in specific coursework, and may also conduct auditions or portfolio reviews as part of their admission process. Students are strongly encouraged to meet early with both their TCC advisor and their intended transfer institution to confirm that course selections align with both graduation requirements at TCC and admission criteria at the transfer school.

Students not intending to pursue a Bachelor of Music degree should consider the program or the program.