Overview

The School of Music’s conducting curriculum at GSU offers conductors a comprehensive and rigorous education. Our program combines a strong foundation in music theory, score analysis and conducting techniques with practical podium experience and mentorship from renowned faculty.

Career Outlook

A Music - Conducting degree at Georgia State University can significantly enhance your prospects for a successful conducting career.

With the program’s esteemed faculty and flexible format, you can refine your skills while maintaining your professional commitments. This degree opens doors to various job opportunities such as conducting positions in renowned orchestras, ensembles, and educational institutions.

Additionally, the networking opportunities provided by GSU enable you to establish valuable connections within the field, leading to potential collaborations and invitations to guest conduct. A degree from Georgia State University equips graduates with the necessary skills and knowledge to pursue diverse and rewarding careers within the dynamic and vibrant music industry.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Choral Conducting
Instrumental Conducting
Choral Literature
Chamber Music Literature
Wind Band Literature
Instrumentation and Orchestration
Advanced Tonal Analysis
Analysis of Post-Tonal Music
Historical Counterpoint

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-06-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

Blended

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Application Materials:

Transcript(s)
Official TOEFL/IELTS scores (international applicants only)
Personal Statement
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Writing Sample
Letters of recommendation
Prescreening Audition

Tuition Fee

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International

32332 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16166 USD per semester during 24 months.
National

31726 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15863 USD per semester during 24 months.
In-State

9790 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4895 USD per semester during 24 months.

Living costs for Atlanta

1213 - 2208 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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