University Spotlight: College of Charleston
In this column, we spotlight amazing vocal programs and highlight how they’re helping singers!
College of Charleston
Charleston, SC
WHAT MAKES YOU UNIQUE
A major emphasis in the music program at the College of Charleston is that performance is at the heart of the curriculum. Performance provides you with opportunities to showcase your talents and refine your stage presence. Guided by our dedicated faculty of active performing artists, you will have the opportunity to perform leading roles in our operas since we do not have a graduate program, perform solo recitals, perform with the Charleston Symphony and Charleston Opera Theater, and take the stage for event opportunities, including community concerts, touring programs, and the Piccolo Spoleto Festival.
Our Bachelor of Arts Degree allows the student with various interests to explore in several areas. It is possible to accomplish two majors in four years which is atypical in other universities.
Notable Alumni: Ashley Fabian, Nathan Matticks, Kori Miller
SCHOLARSHIPS & FINANCIAL AID
What’s Available
The College of Charleston Department of Music provides scholarship assistance to a select number of incoming first-year or transfer music majors who desire an opportunity for:
- Intensive individual study in performance, musicology/ethnomusicology, and composition/theory
- A variety of performing opportunities
- Exposure to the rich cultural setting at the School of the Arts, as well as the Charleston Symphony, Charleston Opera Theater, Spoleto Festival USA, Piccolo Spoleto, and many more
- Scholarship awards are based on ability and potential and are normally renewable provided satisfactory academic and musical progress is demonstrated
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES & EVENTS
- International Piano Series:, 10/21, 11/17
- 2nd Monday Series, The OpEras Opera and Musical Theatre Workshop: 11/14 and 15
- CofC Orchestra: 12/2
- Hänsel und Gretel: 2/20/26 and 2/22/26
