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163 Master's degrees in Music Composition in United States
New England Conservatory of Music
Boston, United States Composition
Composition program at New England Conservatory of Music focuses on practice and performance, providing numerous opportunities for emerging composers to interact and collaborate with the world’s best young musicians. Master techniques and theory, exchange ideas with faculty and renowned guest artists, and discover your creative voice.
M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
2 years$61,561/yr
University of Southern Maine5,0(1)
Gorham, United States Music- Composition
Music- Composition is offered by University of Southern Maine. Earn your degree on your terms: Study full-time and finish in as few as 2 years or study part-time and finish in 4 years.
M.Mus. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$24,120/yr
Minnesota State University Mankato4,3(17)
Mankato, United States Communication and Composition
The Communication and Composition is a multi-disciplinary program at Minnesota State University Mankato designed for individuals with an interest in teaching both communication asnd composition at community colleges and technical colleges.
M.Sc. Full-time On-campus
2 years$15,178/yr
Roosevelt University4,0(4)
Chicago, United States Music Composition
The Music Composition degree from Roosevelt University challenges individual composers to hone their creative skills.
M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
2 years$35,260/yr
Louisiana State University4,2(19)
Baton Rouge, United States Top 3% in Worldwide Composition
Studying Composition at Louisiana State University means engaging with renowned faculty mentors who focus on nurturing creation across the spectrum of music making.
M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
2 years$29,770/yr
University of Houston4,3(23)
Houston, United States Top 2% in Worldwide Organ
The curriculum of the Moores School of Music Organ Program at University of Houston is designed to prepare undergraduate and graduate students to be adaptable and successful as solo and collaborative musicians.
M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
1 year$33,372/yr
Bowling Green State University4,2(18)
Bowling Green, United States Top 9% in Worldwide Music Composition
As a Music Composition major at Bowling Green State University, you will be part of an active community of musicians and scholars who love to listen, compose, and explore the meaning, creation, and power of music.
M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
1 year$10,643/yr
Indiana University South Bend4,5(2)
South Bend, United States Top 7% in Worldwide Composition
Composition program offered by Indiana University South Bend is a flexible program intended for students holding a bachelor’s degree in music.
M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
1 year$20,802/yr
San Francisco State University3,9(7)
San Francisco, United States Top 7% in Worldwide English- Concentration in Composition
English- Concentration in Composition program offered at San Francisco State University prides itself on its intellectual rigor, diversity of subjects and approaches, and commitment to excellence in teaching. Students in the program have the flexibility to design and personalize their master’s program to meet their diverse interests and provide opportunities for professionalization in the field.
Master Full-time On-campus
1 year$9,870/yr
Cleveland Institute of Music5,0(1)
Cleveland, United States Composition
Did you know CIM was founded by a composer, Ernest Bloch? That means composition has been at our core ever since 1920. In the Composition program of Cleveland Institute of Music you'll build on that legacy to write sophisticated and meaningful music for the twenty-first century.
M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
2 years$52,500/yr
University of Miami4,4(13)
Miami, United States Top 2% in Worldwide Music Composition
The M.M. in Music Composition at University of Miami requires composition lessons and courses in music technology and theory. The thesis project for this degree consists of composing a major work. Teaching Assistantship are available but highly competitive.
M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
2 years$63,456/yr
University of Kansas4,6(8)
Lawrence, United States Top 2% in Worldwide Music Theory and Composition
The Music Theory and Composition programme at the University of Kansas offers comprehensive degree paths including BA, BM, MM, DMA, and PhD options. Students engage in full-time study at the Lawrence campus, developing unique creative voices and scholarly expertise under the guidance of internationally recognised faculty members.
M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
1 year$20,712/yr
University of Cincinnati4,3(19)
Cincinnati, United States Top 3% in Worldwide Music Performance - Brass
CCM is a college within the University of Cincinnati, a major undergraduate university and graduate research institution of more than 40,000 students. The Music Performance - Brass program is offered by University of Cincinnati.
Master Full-time On-campus
2 years$26,644/yr
University of Rochester4,8(6)
Rochester, United States Top 1% in Worldwide Composition
The Composition program of University of Rochester equips students with a thorough knowledge of all contemporary forms of musical expression and the ability to present their personal style in each of them.
M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$64,500/yr
University of Pittsburgh4,2(6)
Pittsburgh, United States Top 1% in Worldwide Composition and Theory
Students in Composition and Theory at University of Pittsburgh combine private composition lessons with seminars in composition, analysis, orchestration, and related topics.
M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$47,378/yr
California State University Northridge4,0(12)
Los Angeles, United States Top 8% in Worldwide Composition
A Composition master at California State University Northridge gives you the opportunity to develop professional competence as a musician. Elevate your techniques and approach your work with rigor and sophistication. Immerse yourself in music history, theory and pedagogy.
M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
1 year$9,464/yr
Ohio University4,5(31)
Athens, United States Top 3% in Worldwide Music Composition
The M.M. Music Composition at Ohio University offers specialized training in Music Composition, complemented by a well-balanced, advanced education in music history and theory, as well as orchestration and electronic/computer music.
M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
1 year$33,390/yr
University of Louisiana at Lafayette4,3(7)
Lafayette, United States Top 9% in Worldwide Theory - Composition
The Music Theory - Composition Division at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette provides all music students with the academic background needed to understand the structures and functions of music through written theory, analysis, composition, and aural skills. In so doing, it gives future performers, educators, composers, theorists, and historians essential skills for professional work.
M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$25,576/yr
University of North Carolina Greensboro4,0(5)
Greensboro, United States Top 6% in Worldwide Music Composition
The Master of Music Composition at University of North Carolina Greensboro is a two-year degree. In addition to private composition study, students take courses in orchestration, electronic music, counterpoint, advanced theory and history and electives.
M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
1 year$23,328/yr
University of North Carolina School of the Arts4,2(5)
Winston-Salem, United States Composition
Composition from University of North Carolina School of the Arts is dedicated to helping advanced composers refine their artistic languages as they prepare to enter the profession.
M.Mus. Full-time On-campus
2 years$24,399/yr