- How much does it cost to go to NYU?
- Is there a music theory requirement?
- Is there a technology requirement for admission?
- What sort of equipment and software does the department use?
- I'm a singer and want to be a recording artist. Is this the program for me?
- Can I rent out the studio to record my band?
- Can I declare a double-major or minor?
- May I study abroad?
About the Department
How much does it cost to go to NYU?
Estimate of Expenses for Full-Time Undergraduate Students, 2007-2008 academic year
Tuition: $38,722.00
Room and Board*: $11,780.00
Books: $700.00
Personal expenses: $1,000.00
Total: $52,202.00
* Includes up to 14 meals per week.
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Is there a music theory requirement?
All admitted students will take Songwriting for Producers, Music Theory for Producers, and Ear Training for Producers courses. While we encourage our students to continue to take theory classes as electives to further their knowledge, we do not require our students to take intensive theory or musicianship classes since not all of our students are musicians.
topIs there a technology requirement for admission?
We do not require our applicants to have prior recording production experience. Many do, but we have admitted students with no experience whatsoever. We will train everyone once they arrive.
topWhat sort of equipment and software does the department use?
The department runs exclusively Macintosh computers (G4s and G5s) using ProTools HD and LE. Our Studio 505 console is a 24 input SSL (Solid State Logic) XL 9000 K Series. Our new Studio 510 console is an API Vision 5.1 Surround Sound mixing board with 48 inputs. Both studios are also equipped with a Studer 827 two-inch analog tape recorder and state-of-the-art package of gear and microphones.
Additionally, we have ProTools editing suites using G5s, Digidesign 192 I/O interfaces, and Triton rack modules that students can check out for individual editing assignments. We also have a new 14-station Pro Tools and programming lab. Each station is equipped for an Intel iMac with Pro Tools LE, Logic, Reason, and Abelton Live software.
topI'm a singer and want to be a recording artist. Is this the program for me?
If your interests are solely devoted to performing, you may be better served at a performance training program. Since we do not have a formal performance component, you would not be trained as a performer. Many of our students however, are performers but are interested in the production and promotion aspects of the industry. They perform for their class projects and collaborate with each other out side of class, but they are responsible for the most part for finding an outlet to perform. There are opportunities for performance training outside of the department in one of the many courses offered throughout the University which students are encouraged to pursue.
topCan I rent out the studio to record my band?
No. The studio is exclusively for classroom projects, and even Recorded Music majors are prohibited from using the studio for personal projects.
topCan I declare a double-major or minor?
Yes, but it can be very difficult if it is with another Tisch major. Because all Tisch departments are studio-based, their curriculum follows a strict schedule. As long as your double major or minor does not interfere with your department work it is not a problem. All incoming students are assigned a departmental advisor who will assist you with any curricular questions. If you are interested in pursuing a double major or minor, you should start by researching the major/minor requirements online, then speak with an advisory in the secondary department.
topMay I study abroad?
Yes. During the Spring semester of your Junior year or during any Summer semester, you may study abroad at either a Recorded Music-specific program (we have recently established a program in London and are in the process of establishing one in Johannesburg), or you may choose to do an “academic semester” abroad at any of the cities the College of Arts and Sciences at NYU offers. In this situation, you would be fulfilling general education requirements only.
