Overview

The Arts in Community Music programme at Judson University investigates unique musical aspects in the community and explores its betterment through diverse musical activities. The students will be trained to be leaders of participatory music classes, organizers of community music concerts, and performers/producers to provide vital changes in the community.

The regular curriculum of the Master of Arts in Community Music degree utilizes a combination of in-person and online coursework, designed to be completed within four semesters.

Programme Outcomes

You will have opportunities to accomplish one or more of these goals:

Teach music classes at community music schools, senior communities, after-school programmes, churches, and other community groups

Be a creative ensemble leader and performer for diverse communities

Be a music entrepreneur who consistently produces new music for audiences in the community

Work as creative administrative staff in a music programme at an arts organization, government agency, school, or community group

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Community Music: Meaning and Practice

Instructional Methods for Community Music

Global Music Education Across Cultures

Ensemble Leadership and Management

Professional Apprenticeship Performance Forum

Community Music: Technology

Community Music: Entrepreneurship

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Elgin, 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.

English requirements

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105

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Download and fill out Application form.

Prepare your college transcripts. BM or BA is required. Students without an undergraduate degree in music will audition and take undergraduate classes in music theory prior to acceptance into the program. (These courses may be taken at Judson University or transferred from another accredited institution.)
Write a 500-word essay describing your accomplishments, interests, and career goals.
Arrange a live or virtual audition with Dr. Sojung Lee Hong.
International students are required to have a TOEFL 80 or DET (Duolingo English Test) 105 score.
International students are required to submit the International Student Certificate of Financial Support Form.
Email all documentation to Dr. Sojung Lee Hong at shong@judsonu.edu.

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

20250 USD / year

≈ 20250 USD / year
Out-of-State

20250 USD / year

≈ 20250 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

20250 USD / year

≈ 20250 USD / year

Living costs

Elgin

United States

1100 - 1500 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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Overview

Programme Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Domestic

Living costs

Elgin

Funding

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