Divisions lend organizational structure to the School while providing natural learning communities for students. Division-specific activities are common throughout the year, including seminars, meetings, and recitals. In addition to supporting their own students, these units also foster collaboration across the School through cross-division curriculum and activities.
The School of Music does not support individual "departments" within the seven divisions, but numerous division-specific offices, labs and programs are recognized, e.g. the Office of Choral Activities, the Music Technology Lab, and the National Orchestral Institute.