What is the Dual Degree Program?
The Dual Degree Program provides students with the chance to pursue two different paths of study at two world-renowned institutions. Students who are enrolled in this program receive a degree from the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ and a degree from Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) after 5 total years of study.
Facts ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½/CWRU Dual Degree Program
- The entire length of the program is five (5) years
- The standard semesterly credit amount is between 16 and 20 credits
- Enrolled students begin their CWRU coursework as "undecided" and only have to declare a major at the end of their first year
- ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ and CWRU are located within short walking distance of one another, making transportation to and from campuses quick and easy
- Due to the existing relationship between the two institutions, there is an overlap between credit and course requirements; this means that your ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ classes will count for CWRU credit and vice versa and certain classes at each institution fulfill class requirements at the other institution
CWRU Degrees Recently Obtained by ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ Dual Degree Graduates:
- BA Economics
- BA Biochemistry
- BA Psychology
- BA English
- BS Mechanical Engineering
- BS Aerospace Engineering
- BA Political Science
- BA History
FAQ's
Explore some frequently asked questions about the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½/CWRU dual degree program.
The dual degree program is for students who
- have a strong interest in both musical and non-musical subjects
- have a strong interest in pursuing another subject to complement or enhance their music
- wish to continue nurturing multi-disciplinary excellence at a higher level
- see themselves pursuing multiple careers or career paths in the future
When double majoring at ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½, you will graduate with two degrees, both from ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½. After the completion of your five years in the dual degree program, you will graduate with two degrees as well, but one being from ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ and one being from Case Western Reserve University. This opens up a wide range of possibilities for you and the career path you are hoping to follow!
The application for this program is only through ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½. You do not need to complete a separate application to CWRU to be considered for the dual degree program. Instead, indicate your interest in your ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ application. Submit additional materials for dual degree consideration through the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ application or your high school counselor. Additional materials can include high school counselor and academic teacher recommendation letters. Official SAT/ACT scores are optional.
Dual degree applicants must be accepted by ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ first. Once accepted at ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½, the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ Admissions Office will send the application to the Undergraduate Admissions Office at CWRU. Applicants will receive their notice of acceptance at CWRU through their ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ acceptance letter.
If an applicant is accepted to the dual degree program, the enrollment is finalized through ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½. The ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ and CWRU registrar offices will coordinate the details of the enrollment and classes needed.
Students enrolled in the program pay the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ tuition plus a dual degree fee. Find the detailed cost of attendance for ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½, here. The dual degree is only offered through ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ and generally the fee associated with the program is not funded by scholarships. While federal student aid is not applicable to coursework taken for the CWRU degree, ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ does allow extension of the ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½ scholarship towards a fitth year as is usually needed to complete the dual degree. All dual degree applicants are considered for merit and need-based scholarship through ÃÛÌÒ´«Ã½. Students who apply to both schools independently cannot combine scholarships offered at either institution.