UPEI to provide degree pathway for Holland College School of Performing Arts graduates

The University of Prince Edward Island (UPEI) and Holland College have formalized a music transfer agreement providing a degree pathway for graduates of the Holland College School of Performing Arts (SoPA). Students will study two years at Holland College and two years at UPEI, earning a Bachelor of Music. 

“This agreement is a win-win both for students and for the partner institutions,” said Dr. Dale Sorensen, Chair, Department of Music, UPEI. “We are delighted to provide this option for graduates of the SoPA Music Performance program who can now choose to continue their studies by pursuing a music degree at UPEI.”

The music transfer agreement allows for a smooth transition from Holland College to UPEI and gives students access to a unique combination of specialized training at both institutions. The streamlined process allows SoPA graduates with a 70% average to receive up to 60 credit hours towards the Bachelor of Music degree.

Liam Corcoran, Program Manager, School of Performing Arts, Holland College, said the college is thrilled to partner with the Department of Music at UPEI to offer this degree pathway to their students. 

“Graduates of the SoPA program can now remain on PEI and work towards either a Bachelor of Music or a Bachelor of Music Education degree, earning credentials from both institutions in the process. Students who complete this pathway will benefit from a wide spectrum of musical topics and approaches,” said Corcoran.

UPEI and Holland College have partnered on a number of transfer and articulation agreements to provide degree pathways to graduates of specific college programs. For more information, see the complete list at UPEI Transfer Agreements.