167 Master's in Music Composition in North America

Students in the Composition program from University of Washington study with the four internationally renowned composers who comprise the core faculty — Jöel-François Durand, Huck Hodge, Richard Karpen and Juan Pampin. 

Music - Theory and Composition at Stephen F. Austin State University is designed to provide advanced analytical and creative opportunities for promising composers and music theorists.

The Composition degree program from Oklahoma City University is designed to develop technical and musical skills through weekly, hour-long, private composition lessons. 

The Communication and Composition is a multi-disciplinary program at Minnesota State University Mankato designed for individuals with an interest in teaching both communication asnd composition at community colleges and technical colleges.

The Music Composition programme at Central Michigan University is a full-time, two-year Master of Music degree. This on-campus course requires 30 credit hours and focuses on advanced music theory, history, and creative technique. It is designed for students with exceptional promise in writing and original musical creation.

Studying Composition at Louisiana State University means engaging with renowned faculty mentors who focus on nurturing creation across the spectrum of music making.

The Music - Technology programme at The University of Akron offers a specialised curriculum focused on the intersection of sound and modern electronics. This degree provides students with the technical expertise required for the evolving music industry. Study options include full-time and part-time modes at the Akron campus.

Music - Pedagogy from Texas Tech University provides the unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge scholars both within and beyond the fields of the performing arts, incorporating collaboration and cross-disciplinary research, and preparing the candidate for a range of professional, scholarly, and creative endeavors.

The Composition programme at the University of Victoria is a project-based M.Sc. degree designed for creative innovation. This public study mode course lasts two years, focusing on technical mastery and personal artistic vision. Students develop a major creative project while exploring diverse musical and sound-based practices.

The Cello programme at Indiana University Bloomington offers world-class training for aspiring musicians. Students can pursue various degree levels, including B.Sc., B.M., and M.M. options, through full-time study. This intensive curriculum focuses on performance excellence and professional mentorship in a premier musical environment.

The String Pedagogy at Temple University will refine your musicianship and teaching skills.

The goal of the Collaborative Piano Program at Louisiana State University is to prepare you for as many or these situations as possible before graduation, within the supportive environment of University life.

CCM is a college within the University of Cincinnati, a major undergraduate university and graduate research institution of more than 40,000 students. The Music Performance - Opera-Stage Directing program is offered by University of Cincinnati.

University of Rochester's Beal Institute for Film Music and Contemporary Media offers a Master's degree in Contemporary Media and Film Composition

The Louisiana State University School of Music Orchestral Studies programme supports a wide array of orchestral activities including a full symphony, chamber orchestra, and opera orchestra.

The Voice and Opera programme at the University of Oklahoma offers elite vocal training for aspiring performers. This full-time, on-campus degree provides private instruction and extensive stage experience. Students benefit from world-class faculty and professional facilities while pursuing their musical excellence.

CCM is a college within the University of Cincinnati, a major undergraduate university and graduate research institution of more than 40,000 students. The Music Performance - Violoncello program is offered by University of Cincinnati.

CCM is a college within the University of Cincinnati, a major undergraduate university and graduate research institution of more than 40,000 students. The Music Performance - Violin program is offered by University of Cincinnati.

The MFA in Music Scoring and Composition at Academy of Art University  is designed to provide the highest level of training in music composition and scoring for film, television, games and other visual media. 

The M.Mus. Music- Composition at University of Southern Maine is a 30-credit master's programme delivered in a public study mode. This NASM-accredited course offers flexible full-time or part-time pathways, allowing students to complete their residency in two to four years while focusing on advanced creative work.