Overview

It’s ideal for those pursuing careers as soloists, ensemble performers, singers, or orchestral musicians, who are committed to deepening their technical mastery, musical interpretation, and stage presence.

Key facts

Elevate your artistry and prepare for a dynamic career in music with the Master of Music in Performance program at the University of Kentucky. Designed for talented vocalists and instrumentalists, this program offers advanced training in technique, interpretation, and stage presence under the guidance of distinguished faculty and professional mentors. Whether you aspire to perform on concert stages, in opera houses, or as part of orchestras and chamber ensembles, this degree equips you with the skills and experience to thrive in the competitive world of music performance. Discover your potential and bring your musical vision to life at UK.

Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-24 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-12 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-09-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lexington-Fayette, United States

Disciplines

Music Performance View 328 other Masters in Music Performance 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

The applicant for the master’s degree is expected to have earned an appropriate undergraduate degree and successfully audition for the faculty.
Applicants must meet the entrance requirements of The Graduate School as well as those of the School of Music. Applicants for performance degrees must audition. Some areas require a pre-recorded preliminary audition as part of the screening process. Live auditions should be scheduled by contacting the faculty member in charge of the student’s performing area or filling out an audition request form on the School of Music web page.
For performance majors the entrance exams in Music History and Music Theory (written and aural) are given the week before classes begin to determine whether review classes are necessary in the first semester of study.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

61800 USD / year

≈ 61800 USD / year
Out-of-State

61800 USD / year

≈ 61800 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

24750 USD / year

≈ 24750 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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