MusicNorth America

1.1k Master's degrees in Music in North America

Columbia University4,3(91)

Manhattan, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Music and Music Education (Non-Certification)

The traditional Music and Music Education (Non-Certification) program at Columbia University is designed to allow flexibility in course selection, so that each student may prepare for his or her professional career in music education.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$38,358/yr

University of Miami4,4(13)

Miami, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Multiple Woodwinds

The Multiple Woodwinds program at University of Miami is tailored to meet the needs and interests of students – like you – who aspire to performance careers.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

2 years$63,456/yr

Manhattan School of Music

New York City, United States

Composition

Composition from Manhattan School of Music equips students with the knowledge and skills to help push their creative potential to its fullest.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

2 years$58,000/yr

Montclair State University4,3(7)

Montclair, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

Music - Composition

The Music - Composition programme at Montclair State University is an in-person Master of Arts degree designed for aspiring composers. This postgraduate course focuses on developing a unique creative voice through advanced technical training. Students benefit from expert mentorship and a location near New York City.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$16,288/yr

Florida Atlantic University4,1(25)

Boca Raton, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Music

The Master of Music (M.M.) at Florida Atlantic University is designed to assist students in attaining an advanced level of competence and knowledge in choral or wind conducting, commercial music, composition, or instrumental, piano or vocal performance, as specified by their chosen concentration.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$19,056/yr

Southern Methodist University4,5(6)

Dallas, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Performance - Piano

The Performance - Piano programme at Southern Methodist University is a comprehensive Master of Music degree designed for aspiring concert artists. This full-time course focuses on elite technical mastery and artistic expression, preparing students for professional international careers or advanced doctoral research.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$48,000/yr

University of Wisconsin Milwaukee3,8(14)

Milwaukee, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Theory and Composition

This Theory and Composition concentration from University of Wisconsin Milwaukee is designed for the person possessing creative talent in acquiring and utilizing the techniques and craft of musical composition through theory, literature and analysis.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$27,090/yr

University of Miami4,4(13)

Miami, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Music Engineering Technology

The Graduate Music Engineering Technology degree (GMUE) from University of Miami was introduced in 1986 and has consistently placed graduates into high-tech engineering fields that emphasize audio technology, usually in audio software and hardware design engineering and product engineering or development.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$63,456/yr

Michigan State University4,1(26)

East Lansing, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Music Theory

The College of Music Theory faculty and student body at Michigan State University has a laser focus on the educational and professional preparation you need to succeed in today’s music world, but we also aim for personal fulfillment and enjoyment.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$56,768/yr

University of Kentucky3,2(5)

Lexington-Fayette, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Performance

The University of Kentucky School of Music is internationally recognized for excellence in performance, music education and research in music. The Performance MM program is offered at University of Kentucky.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$37,326/yr

California Institute of the Arts CalArts4,5(11)

California, United States

North Indian Music

The North Indian Music MFA Specialization at California Institute of the Arts CalArts trains students to become fluent and skilled performers through in-depth, hands-on training under the direction of internationally esteemed faculty.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$60,650/yr

Ithaca College4,1(7)

Ithaca, United States

Conducting

The Master of Music in Conducting program is designed to cultivate advanced musical, technical, and leadership skills in students who demonstrate exceptional potential as conductors.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

2 years$21,600/yr

Columbia College Chicago4,3(4)

Chicago, United States

Music Composition for the Screen

To succeed as a media composer, you need to be ready to adapt to an ever-volving music-for-media landscape. Columbia College Chicago's two-year Music Composition for the Screen Master of Fine Arts program is designed to give you the connections and hands-on experience you need to develop your own voice, launch your career, and succeed in the industry.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$40,365/yr

Temple University4,2(71)

Philadelphia, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Music Technology

Advance your understanding of music technology and expand your practical experience in the field with the Music Technology program at Temple University.

M.Sc. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$51,212/yr

University of North Carolina School of the Arts4,2(5)

Winston-Salem, United States

Woodwinds - Oboe

As a graduate at Woodwinds - Oboe from University of North Carolina School of the Arts you will be part of a group of dedicated musicians committed to refining their artistic voice and preparing for a life of professional music.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

2 years$24,399/yr

Arkansas State University3,8(14)

Jonesboro, United States

Music Education

The Music Education program at Arkansas State University provides emphasis area in Choral and Instrumental Music.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$17,954/yr

Cleveland Institute of Music5,0(1)

Cleveland, United States

Oboe

When you study in the Oboe program of Cleveland Institute of Music, your playing will develop through weekly private lessons with practicing professionals.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

2 years$52,500/yr

Arizona State University4,3(230)

Tempe, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Performance - Conducting

The Performance - Conducting MM program from Arizona State University presents conductors of orchestras or wind bands with the opportunity to improve their art, craft and scholarship in pursuit of both professional and academic career aspirations.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$30,348/yr

Ohio University4,5(31)

Athens, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Music Therapy

The Music Therapy Department was among the first institutions of higher learning to offer a bachelor's degree and is the only school in Ohio to offer the M.M. Music Therapy from Ohio University.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$37,842/yr

California State University Fullerton4,4(8)

Fullerton, United States Top 7% in Worldwide

Music Theory - Composition

The graduates of the Music Theory - Composition degree at California State University Fullerton are taught and mentored by Grammy Award-winning faculty and professional musicians who are passionate about empowering their students to succeed in the industry.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$7,571/yr