Overview

Highlights - Music Theory and Composition MA/MM program at University of Kentucky

The University of Kentucky School of Music is internationally recognized for excellence in performance, music education and research in music.
For over 100 years, the School has helped musicians prepare for careers as performers, educators, researchers, and a wide array of leadership positions both in and outside of the field of music.
More than 400 students benefit from world-class teaching and the broad academic offerings of a major university.
Students have abundant opportunities to participate in prestigious ensembles – from orchestras to choirs to the Wildcat Marching Band – that perform throughout the U.S. and the world.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Music of the middle ages
Music of the renaissance
Music of the baroque era
Music of the classic period
Music of the 19th century

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-03 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lexington-Fayette, United States

Disciplines

Music Music Composition View 162 other Masters in Music Composition 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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Other requirements

General requirements

CV. Should include:

- Name, address, e-mail, and phone number- Education (institutions, degrees, dates, majors)- Work Experiences (locations, dates, teaching, and other professional experiences)

- Presentations/Recitals/Publications/Clinics (include locations and dates). Include a list on a separate page, if you can, of papers you have written, whether published or unpublished.

Personal Statement: One-page statement (at least 150 words, 3 paragraphs suggested) expressing your motivation for seeking this degree from the University of Kentucky and how this degree fits into your goals for the future.
Writing Sample: At least one music paper of an analytical nature is required (two samples preferred). An undergraduate term paper is acceptable. The topic of the paper should deal with some aspect of form, harmony, or other organizational aspects of a piece of music.
Audition and exam request form
Three letters of recommendation

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

37326 USD / year

≈ 37326 USD / year
Out-of-State

37326 USD / year

≈ 37326 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

15084 USD / year

≈ 15084 USD / year

Living costs

Lexington-Fayette

United States

900 - 1400 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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Overview

Highlights - Music Theory and Composition MA/MM program at University of Kentucky

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Lexington-Fayette

Financing

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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