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Master of Arts in Music Composition Kent State University Kent State University, USA

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USD 25092

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 70

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24 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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71

TOEFL

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65%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The Master of Arts degree in Music Composition is designed to advance the music composition creative skills of advanced students and to prepare them for admission to doctoral study. The program emphasizes mastery of composition of large-scale works for media, including orchestra, choir, band and/or chamber music ensembles.

Based on a solid undergraduate music degree, the M.A. degree further develops abilities in music theory, including analytical, aural, written, keyboard and pedagogical skills. The program further develops breadth and depth in the area of Western music history and literature.

Program Learning Outcomes
Graduates of this program will be able to:

  • Compile a body of completed compositions.
  • Demonstrate and apply compositional techniques for creation of new works, including musical style and structure.
  • Analyze music from a wide range of styles and style periods and communicate results in written and oral formats.
  • Recognize, identify and analyze representative literature from different historical periods, countries and composers.
  • Communicate knowledge of composition, theory and other aspects of music as would be done in classroom and private teaching.
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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 30 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Closed

May 2025, Aug 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

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

    6 IELTS Score
    71 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    50 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    100 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
    65% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

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    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    25092

    Tuition Fee
    (USD)

    USD 70

    Application Fee
    (USD)

    13440 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    Scholarships

    Type of Scholarship Scholarship Information Amount/ Range
    Global Scholarship
    Honors Scholarship
    Polatajko Family Scholarship
    Graduate Assistantships and Fellowships
    Global Scholarship: Available for incoming international undergraduate students. Renewable if maintaining full-time enrollment and good academic standing.
    Deadline:
     July 1 for Fall (August start)
     November 1 for Spring (January start)
     March 1 for Summer (May start)
     
    Honors Scholarship: For new freshmen admitted to the Honors College. Acholarship is based on GPA.
     Deadline:
     December 1 for Spring (January start)
     January 15 for Fall (August start)
     
     Polatajko Family Scholarship: For undergraduate and graduate students with a minimum GPA of 2.75.
    Deadline:
    August 1 for Fall
    January 10 for Spring

    Graduate Assistance: Includes fellowships and assistantships (teaching, research, or administrative). Offers tuition waivers and stipends in exchange for up to 20 hours of work per week.
    Work Opportunities: International students can work up to 20 hours per week on-campus.
     
    LINK: https://www.kent.edu/admissions/international-students-scholarship-resources
    Global Scholarship Range: $4,300 to $15,000 annually.
     Honors Scholarship Range: $2,000 to $17,000 annually.
    Polatajko Family Scholarship Amount: $1,000 (non-renewable).
     

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