School of Music
Join us to realize your potential as a music artist, educator and/or scholar. Our more than 60 faculty members are nationally and internationally recognized performers and mentors, and they’re ready to support you as you pursue your degree.
You’ll have incredible opportunities to perform in a wide range of ensembles, including jazz, steelband, orchestra and choirs, as well as those devoted to the music of Indonesia, China and the Middle East.
We also host a New Music Festival and a World Music Festival annually.
Music Scholarships
We award more than $250,000 in scholarships for current music students every year. These are in addition to merit scholarships for incoming students.
Contact Us
Music Building
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - noon
1 - 4:30 p.m.
815-753-1551
music@niu.edu
Austyn V. Menk
Music Admissions Coordinator
815-753-6306
avmenk@niu.edu