Overview

The MM in Jazz Studies at The City University of New York includes private instruction, jazz ensembles, studies in jazz harmony, improvisation, arranging, recording techniques, and other courses suitedto the needs of today’s jazz musician.

There are two tracks to the MM Program in Jazz, the performance track and the composer track. The requirements for these programs overlap, but there are differences. Both composers and performers must do a Graduate recital (uncredited) to graduate from the program.

Most students graduate in 4 semesters averaging 9 credit hours per semester. International students must take 9 credits per semester (except in their last semester) in accordance with the rules for F-1 Student Visas. It's possible to complete the program in 3 semesters and U.S. residents, particularly students who are working full time, can take longer than 4 semesters to complete the degree.

Learning outcomes

Students may major in either jazz performance or jazz composition.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:

Arranging and Composition I and II
Jazz History
Harmony I
Jazz Style and Analysis
Counterpoint

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 18 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

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Credits

35 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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

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Other requirements

General requirements

An undergraduate degree, not necessarily in jazz.
For jazz performers, an audition on the major instrument or voice. Jazz auditions are held at the college throughout the academic year.
Jazz composition applicants must submit scores and recordings of their work. These works must include compositions and arrangements for large (10 or more piece) ensembles.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

19950 USD / year

≈ 19950 USD / year
Out-of-State

19950 USD / year

≈ 19950 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10966 USD / year

≈ 10966 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.

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