As a songwriting major, you’ll learn to write artfully as well gain the skills for writing commercially-viable songs. Over eight semesters, while completing the college’s core music curriculum, you’ll develop a creative approach to contemporary music compositions. Using the college’s state of the art facilities, you will work with a diverse community of musicians, faculty, and industry professionals, gaining real world experience while earning a bachelor's degree.

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Shape Your Songs in a Community of Songwriters

Hear from students and faculty on what makes Berklee's Songwriting Department a great place to find who you are as an artist. Explore a wide range of styles, including EDM, roots, and hip-hop, and find your voice in a close community of songwriters who will support you while pushing you to take creative risks.

Alumni Story

Charlie Puth B.M. '13 Sets YouTube Record

At nearly 3 billion views, songwriting alumnus Charlie Puth's video with Wiz Khalifa, "See You Again," is the most-watched video in YouTube's history.

Student Spotlight

John Mayer Shares the Stage with Student Songwriters

On a tour stop in Boston with his band, Dead & Company, songwriter and guitar titan John Mayer '98 visited the Berklee Performance Center (BPC) to hear original songs from six Berklee students.

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