The University of New Orleans offers undergraduate degrees in jazz studies, music education and music studies, as well as a minor in music. Graduate degree music programs offered include conducting, composition, jazz studies and performance.
The University of New Orleans
2000 Lakeshore Drive
New Orleans, LA 70148
504-280-6000
uno.edu
Louisiana State University (LSU) offers undergraduate and graduate programs in performance, education, composition and music theory. They also boast the only Ph.D program in music in the region. The renowned LSU marching band features woodwinds, brass and a drumline.
Louisiana State University
College of Music & Dramatic Arts
Baton Rouge, LA 70803
225-578-3261
music.lsu.edu
The Hurley School of Music, part of Centenary College of Louisiana, offers a bachelor's of music program that includes coursework in music education and sacred music. There are also classes in music theory, music history, music literature and applied musical study. Students also have the opportunity to participate in musical ensembles and concerts.
Centenary College of Louisiana
2911 Centenary Boulevard
Shreveport, LA 71104-3396
318-869-5011
centenary.edu
Loyola University of New Orleans offers undergraduate programs in music therapy, jazz studies, music education, music performance and several other areas. Their graduate programs include a master's degree in music performance and music therapy.
Loyola University of New Orleans
6363 Saint Charles Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70118
504-865-2011
loyno.edu