Overview

The MA in Musicology at The City University of New York provides necessary training for classical composers, for those who wish to pursue doctoral studies in musicology or theory, and for students who plan to enter other music-related fields. Students may major in composition, theory, or music history (musicology).

Quick Facts:

In addition to the required coursework (including the thesis), each candidate for the MA degree must pass all of the following exams prior to receiving the degree:

The Theory Qualifying Exam, covering skills in music theory and general musicianship, is taken before a student registers for the first semester of study. Each of the examination’s four parts (harmonization, sight singing, dictation, and keyboard harmony) must be passed before graduation. Those students who fail in any part of the exam will consult the Graduate Advisor for coursework or other recommended study.

The History Qualifying Exam tests the student’s knowledge of the history of Western music. This exam is also taken before a student registers for the first semester of study. Students who fail this exam will consult the Graduate Advisor for coursework or other recommended study.
A reading proficiency examination in French, German, or Italian is required of all students majoring in theory or musicology. Composition majors may substitute an examination in foreign-language musical terms for the language examination.

Learning outcomes:

Electives are planned for the needs of the school music teacher or are drawn from other graduate music offerings. Concentrations in instrumental music, general music, jazz music education, composition pedagogy, and conducting are offered.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Private Lessons in Composition
Jazz Harmony
Proseminar in Analysis and Style Criticism
Music Since 1900
Combo Workshop
Seminar in Music Theory

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

Musicology View 293 other Masters in Musicology in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

An undergraduate degree with a major in music (or its equivalent).
International students are required to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). A minimum score of 100 is required for admission or an equivalent score on the IELTS.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

30780 USD / year

≈ 30780 USD / year
Out-of-State

30780 USD / year

≈ 30780 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

16920 USD / year

≈ 16920 USD / year

Additional Details

New York State Resident: $5545 / semester.

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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