Some questions about JHU/Peabody DD program

edad
Fri, 31 Mar 2006 21:26:33 +0000

Peabody dorms are the better choice. There is a great sense of community. Living in Peabody will make the music involvement easier and for the first couple of years music should be a priority while you are taking the intro courses at JHU. I also think the location is better. Mount Vernon is a nice area and close to the inner harbor. One disadvantage will be the food. Peabody food is pretty bad. Eat at JHU when you can. The shuttle works well. Leave your car at home. Parking is a hassle. You will be on both campuses and will have friends at both.

Scheduling courses can be a problem, but it will work out. There is no such thing as a sample schedule because it depends on your interests and JHU major. My D tells me advising is a bit weak. You will be on your own unless you ask for help. I am not sure what you mean by exemptions. You will be expected to meet requirements for both majors and can plan on taking a heavy course load.

There is nothing that you will need to do over the summer. I recommend at least some practice time. My D worked and goofed off. I think she regreted that later. You might consider taking some electives to reduce your course load later. My D will be doing that this summer so that she has somewhat less stress during her remaining 4 years.

I agree about contacting the faculty at other schools. Phone, write or email your thanks. The music community is pretty small. Chances are you will meet these people again.

Congratulations and good luck. One more piece of advice. Don’t be quick to drop the double major and chose either academics or music. Give both a chance and you will never regret it.