Jan 31, 2025  
2024-2025 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
2024-2025 Undergraduate Bulletin

Performance Undergraduate Certificate


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The Performance Certificate Program is a 4-semester program offered by the Strings Division at USM that offers students the opportunity to concentrate on enhancing their individual instrument skills, enabling them to pursue a deeper mastery of their craft. This specialized focus for violin, viola, cello, string bass, and guitar students not only cultivates their artistry but also enhances their competitiveness in the job market for performance-related roles. The students will participate in weekly private lessons, chamber music, orchestra rehearsals, and studio class. Moreover, the program provides valuable support to students who require assistance in adjusting to the demands of university-level education.

Availability: Hattiesburg Campus

Admission Requirements: See University Certificate Admissions    

Academic Policies and Requirements for Certificates:

Hours to Certificate: 17 hours

Required courses:


Major Instrument (8 hours)


Must be taken studying the same string instrument for 4 semesters (8 hours required). Select from:

Chamber Music (4 hours)


Must be taken for 4 semesters as:

Orchestra (4 hours)


Must be taken for 4 semesters as:

Performance Recital (1 hour)


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