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Master of Music in Music Performance INTO Group - Illinois State University INTO Group - Illinois State University, USA

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USD 23900

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 50

Application Fee

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24 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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81

TOEFL

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60%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Master of Music in Performance students are afforded intensive applied study with a professionally accomplished artist-teacher. Performance degrees are offered in all orchestral and band instruments, as well as in piano, guitar, and voice.

    The MM in Performance prepares you for a career in:

  • Symphony orchestras
  • Military ensembles
  • Broadway
  • Opera houses
  • Teaching at the college level

    The MM in Performance curriculum includes:

  • Applied music
  • Music pedagogy and literature
  • Analysis for Performers
  • History
  • Research
  • Ensembles
  • Electives which could include: Non-degree recitals, music technology, music history, music theory, music education, music therapy, music business, applied music, jazz studies and non-music courses
  • A written comprehensive exam and a recital are required for graduation.
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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 15 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Jan 2027

Closed

Jan 2026, Aug 2026, May 2026

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    •  Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

    6.5 IELTS Score
    81 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    55 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    110 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    60% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

    The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    23900

    Tuition Fee
    (USD)

    USD 50

    Application Fee
    (USD)

    13000 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    Scholarships

    Type of Scholarship Scholarship Information Amount/ Range
    Jesse W Fell Scholarship
    Undergraduate International
    Graduate International Admissions Scholarship
    Jesse W Fell Scholarship
    • Apply for admission by November 1 for the following academic year
    • Scholarship application is due December 15
    • Direct Undergraduate Freshman
    • Eligible for the Honors Program
    • Minimum cumulative GPA of at least 3.75 on a 4.0 scale
    • Awarded through a competitive scholarship competition
    • Renewable up to four years if student maintains a cumulative 3.0 GPA

    Undergraduate International
    • Renewable annually for four years or through the length of the student’s original study plan, if student maintains a cumulative
    2.75 GPA
    • Minimum 3.0 GPA for $1,000 per year
    • Minimum 3.5 GPA for $2,000 per year

    Graduate International Admissions Scholarship
    • Minimum 3.5 GPA on 4.0 scale
    • Students with graduate assistantships are not eligible
    • Renewable annually through the length of the student’s original study plan, if the student maintains a cumulative 2.75 GPA
    Jesse W Fell Scholarship $12,000/year
    Undergraduate International $1,000 - $2,000/year
    Graduate International Admissions Scholarship $2,000/year

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