Do double-degree students have less of a commitment to music than Conservatory students?
Of course not. If you think about the amount of time per semester that can be devoted to practice, double-degree students may have less than their Conservatory counterparts. On the other hand, over the five-year period, double-degree students must meet the same graduation requirements that Conservatory students do, so in that sense, the only real difference is in how quickly the degree is obtained. These are some of the issues that you will have to think through as you go through the Double-Degree program. People differ, and not all will come up with the same conclusions except for one: Double-degree students are different from either Conservatory or College students, and those differences must be taken into account in order for you to maximize your success here. Degree Requirements (This is the “nuts and bolts” section of this handbook!) The requirements for the double-degree are stated in the Course Catalog section titled, “The Double-Degree Program.” Double-degree students should ca
