Audio Engineering Level 1: Music Production & Engineering Foundations
$4,950 + tax (WA attendees only)
Duration: 3 months
Format: Live online
Maximum 12 students
Audio Engineering Level 2: The Studio Experience
$15,500 + tax
Duration: 6 months
Format: In studio
Maximum 6 students
Private Instruction
In studio: $200 per hour
Live online: $150 per hour
Sessions can be booked in blocks. Contact us to discuss your goals and find the right fit.
Payment Arrangements
Payment arrangements are available for both programs. Contact us to discuss what might work for your situation.
Applying is easy and free. Simply complete this online form to get your audio journey with us underway.
SRA is founded and run by working audio professionals with multi-platinum credits and decades of real studio experience.
We are a Washington State licensed school and an AVID Learning Partner with AVID Certified Pro Tools Instructors.
What makes us different is simple.
Our instructors are not academics teaching from a textbook. They are engineers and producers actively working in the industry — the people who shape the sound of records being made right now. That means our curriculum reflects what is actually happening in studios today, not what was relevant five years ago.
We keep classes small on purpose.
Never more than 12 students in Level 1, never more than 6 in Level 2. That means you get real attention, real feedback and real mentorship — not a seat in a lecture hall.
95% of our students graduate.
The national average for audio engineering programs is well under 50%. We think that says everything about how we are built.
Do your research and compare. We are confident you will not find a better environment to learn in Seattle.
When does the program begin?
Start dates and class schedules for each program are listed on the individual program pages. Audio Engineering Level 1 and Level 2 are offered twice yearly with fall and spring starts.
Audio Engineering Level 1 meets online (live) Monday and Thursday evenings from 6-8pm, while Audio Engineering Level 2 meets weekly in-person (in studio) for a full training day on Saturdays from 9:30a-5:30p.
Additionally, private Instruction sessions are available on a flexible schedule. Contact us to find a time that works for you.
For Audio Engineering Level 1: Previous experience in audio is not a requirement since we start with the fundamentals and build from there. However, any background in music, music theory and/or experience playing musical instruments are very helpful building blocks and highly encouraged.
For Audio Engineering Level 2: Students will need to have completed Audio Engineering Level 1 with SRA as a prerequisite. We will also consider students with an equivalent education and/or working experience, with priority given to our Level 1 graduates. In this case, individuals will need to demonstrate their competency in and understanding of the necessary skills from Level 1 to a satisfactory level.
Students need to be at least 18 years of age and a high school graduate (or GED) to attend our programs. Our courses are taught in English, so all applicants must be fluent. Since our classes are very small (6-12 students max), we're looking for students who are serious about their education, passionate about music and audio, and ready to be a positive part of a collaborative learning environment.
The audio industry offers a wide range of career paths for trained engineers and producers.
Audio Engineering
Recording Engineer, Mixing Engineer, Mastering Engineer, Music Producer
Live Sound
Front of House (FOH) Engineer, Monitor Engineer, Stage Tech, Instrument Tech
Voice Over and Broadcasting
Podcasts, Audiobooks, Radio and Broadcasting
Post Production
Motion Picture, Film, Television, Commercials, Web
Game Audio and Sound Design
Video Game Audio, Sound Design, Interactive Media, Virtual Reality
Music Business
Music Publishing and Licensing, Performance Royalties
Music Production
Beat Production, Songwriting, Composition
We do not accept federal funding such as student loans (ie: FAFSA) or government related grants and scholarships at this time. We are currently exploring our options for some potential community-based scholarship programs and look forward to offering those when possible in the future.
We currently accept Chapter 31 benefits for veterans.
The general process is to first apply for and be accepted into a program at SRA. From there, a VA (VR&E Division) counselor can determine whether your Chapter 31 benefits will be approved for use. This process with the VA can take as long as 2-3 months, and may be slower during C19, so it's helpful to apply early, and allow ample time to get things processed. It's also important to note that our weekly course hours fall into the VA’s “Less than ½-Time" category. Veterans could possibly not qualify for benefits (such as housing or monthly stipends) while enrolled unless taking additional credits elsewhere. Please discuss benefit eligibility with your VA Counselor for a determination.
SRA offers certificate programs with a specialized technical focus. Unlike degree programs that require years of generalized studies before reaching your major, our certificates are a modern fast track to a working career in audio.
Certificate programs bypass the unnecessary coursework that does not apply to your craft, so you can focus entirely on what matters and complete your education in a fraction of the time.
For most creative people, that is music to their ears.
SRA will make good faith efforts to provide reasonable religious accommodations to students (for up to two class days per academic year) who have sincerely held religious practices that conflict with a scheduled course or related program activity.