MusicNorth America

1.1k Master's degrees in Music in North America

New York University4,3(114)

New York City, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Music Theory and Composition - Screen Scoring

At the Music Theory and Composition - Screen Scoring MM program at New York University, you’ll receive intensive professional training that combines practice, theory, and industry immersion with opportunities to work closely with renowned composers, music editors, orchestrators, publishers, and other industry professionals.

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

1 year$55,254/yr

University of Rochester4,8(6)

Rochester, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Pedagogy of Music Theory

The Pedagogy of Music Theory from University of Rochester is intended either for theory majors who wish to focus on a teaching career (with emphasis in pedagogy, aural skills, composition, and cognition) or other graduate students who may wish to graduate with a double major in Performance and Literature (MM or DMA) and Theory.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$51,600/yr

University of Manitoba4,2(106)

Winnipeg, Canada Top 2% in Worldwide

Music Research

The Music Research (MA) at University of Manitoba is designed to provide a broad foundation in advanced concepts and skills in musicology and music theory.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$10,159/yr

Youngstown State University4,0(17)

Youngstown, United States

Music - Music Performance

Music - Music Performance from Youngstown State University can take you to new heights in several diverse career opportunities.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$14,327/yr

Central Michigan University3,9(42)

Mount Pleasant, United States Top 7% in Worldwide

Music- Conducting

Become an expert in the art of conducting. Study music literature and history, music analysis, rehearsal and conducting techniques. You'll learn from music faculty with years of conducting experience alongside talented and passionate peers. You'll be prepared for careers in conducting, teaching, academia and arts administration on this Music- Conducting program from Central Michigan University.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

2 years$15,435/yr

University of Kansas4,6(8)

Lawrence, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Music Education

The department’s graduate programs with a major in either Music Education at University of Kansas include advanced professional and scholarly study for music educators, licensure programs for those with baccalaureate degrees in other fields who plan to enter the music education profession

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$20,712/yr

San Diego State University4,5(35)

San Diego, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Music

The Music Master is offered by San Diego State University. Students will apply and demonstrate proficiency in current and emerging technologies used in the process of carrying out jazz music research, analysis, performance, and composition.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$11,548/yr

Boston University4,1(85)

Boston, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Sacred Music

The Master of Sacred Music program at Boston University is at the forefront of professional training in sacred music.

Master Full-time On-campus

4 years$66,670/yr

Azusa Pacific University4,1(33)

Pacific, United States

Conducting

The Master of Music in Conducting at Azusa Pacific University prepares musicians for professional careers in the specialized and competitive field of conducting.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$24,660/yr

University of Central Florida3,8(50)

Orlando, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Music

The Music program of University of Central Florida is intended to provide additional study and training in music to individuals who already hold a bachelor’s degree in music or the equivalent.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$22,988/yr

Texas State University4,2(20)

San Marcos, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Music (Performance and Pedagogy Concentration)

The Music (Performance and Pedagogy Concentration) program from Texas State University prepares students to excel in the disciplines of music teaching, history, conducting, composition, theory, and performance.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$16,380/yr

University of Miami4,4(13)

Miami, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Live Entertainment Management

University of Miami's Live Entertainment Management (MLEM) master's degree program makes possible specialized, comprehensive, and experiential learning in the multifaceted field of live entertainment presentations. Keen attention to leadership, operations, personnel, finances, and for-profit and non-profit arts business models serve as the foundation of curricular learning, research, and activity.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$63,456/yr

Pittsburg State University4,7(3)

Pittsburg, United States

Music - Vocal Music Education

Music - Vocal Music Education from Pittsburg State University is designed to prepare individuals for professional advancement or for entry into further study at the doctoral level.

Master Full-time On-campus

1 year$40,690/yr

University of Miami4,4(13)

Miami, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Studio Jazz Writing

The mission of the Master of Music program in Studio Jazz Writing from University of Miami is to provide students with opportunities for advanced study in jazz and studio arranging, composition and orchestration.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

2 years$63,456/yr

Liberty University4,2(26)

Lynchburg, United States

Music Education - Music Studies

Throughout this Music Education - Music Studies MA programme from the Liberty University you will learn how to teach students, while increasing your awareness of cultural influences and their impact on music.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

3 years$7,475/yr

University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign4,3(17)

Urbana, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Instrumental Conducting Orchestra

We offer a master degree in Instrumental Conducting Orchestra at University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign. The School of Music has been an accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music since 1933.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$31,266/yr

University of Oklahoma4,5(30)

Norman, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Voice Performance

Voice Performance students at the University of Oklahoma School of Music develop their powers of personal vocal expression through performance and pedagogical discipline.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$22,412/yr

Oakland University3,5(4)

Rochester Hills, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Vocal Pedagogy

The Vocal Pedagogy programme at Oakland University is a 32-credit Master of Music designed for experienced singers. This postgraduate degree focuses on advanced teaching methodologies, repertoire expansion, and performance skills. Available for full-time study, the curriculum blends musical theory with practical instructional expertise.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$22,428/yr

Baylor University4,2(47)

Waco, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Collaborative Piano

The Master of Music in Collaborative Piano at Baylor University is designed to place an equal emphasis on vocal and instrumental collaborative performance.

M.Mus. Full-time On-campus

1 year$79,530/yr

Wilfrid Laurier University4,3(46)

Waterloo, Canada Top 6% in Worldwide

Community Music

Where music intersects with people in a community context, there is bound to be a story. The story of how music inspires, challenges, sustains, enhances and identifies with individuals and groups is at the core of study in the Community Music programme at Wilfrid Laurier University.

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

9 months$11,007/yr