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 2027-06-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

Blended

Campus Location

Atlanta, United States

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 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

33302 USD / year

≈ 33302 USD / year
Out-of-State

32360 USD / year

≈ 32360 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9790 USD / year

≈ 9790 USD / year

Living costs

Atlanta

United States

1213 - 2208 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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Scholarships Information

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