Overview

Key Facts

Because American music largely finds its roots in Black music, the preservation, proliferation, production and research of this music is included in the study of music in higher education. The curriculum of the Music in Black Sacred Music program at University of Arkansas is designed to equip students with the essential tools needed for professional careers that involve the presentation, teaching, and research of Black sacred music.

Program participants will receive interdisciplinary training and significant internship opportunities consistent with the work experiences associated with Black sacred music spaces and related industries. The program prepares students for top careers in Black sacred music, and for music study at the doctoral level.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods in Black Sacred Music

History of Black Sacred Music

Special Topics in Black Sacred Music

Theological Perspectives and The Black Church Experience

Black Gospel Conducting Methods

Black Gospel Conducting Methods Lab

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

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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General requirements

A personal statement explaining motivation for pursuing graduate research in art history, personal and career goals, and relevant qualifications and experiences.
A writing sample demonstrating preparedness for advanced research in art history (15-20 pages).
Curriculum vitae or résumé.
Three letters of recommendation addressing the applicant's preparedness for graduate education.
A pdf of unofficial transcripts from all previous colleges and universities attended. Successful applicants will have an undergraduate degree in art history, or significant coursework in art history or a related discipline relevant to art history and/or the arts of the Americas focus of the program.

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Tuition Fee

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International

29132 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 29132 USD per year during 12 months.
National

29132 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 29132 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

10710 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 10710 USD per year during 12 months.

Living costs for Fayetteville

930 - 1350 USD /month

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Scholarships Information

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