About the course

As a small department within a large School of Music at the University of Iowa, we offer graduate students the best of both worlds: excellent access to research libraries, stimulating performance opportunities, and ample teaching opportunities, all with a maximum of individualized attention from faculty. The University of Iowa offers three tracks for earning a doctorate degree in conducting- Choral Conducting , Orchestral Conducting , and Wind Conducting. Acquisition of the highest level of knowledge and skills in performance that will prepare students for careers in performance or academia. Advanced competencies in repertoire, historical understanding, performance practice, and overall musicianship. Acquisition of knowledge and skills at the highest professional level in all facets and modes of performance within the student's area of study.

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Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Iowa City
Fall (August), 2024	Iowa City
Spring (January), 2025	Iowa City
Fall (August), 2025	Iowa City
Spring (January), 2026	Iowa City

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Iowa

Minimum requirements include-

　　A U.S. bachelor?s degree from a regionally accredited college or university, or an equivalent degree from another country as determined by the Office of Admissions.

　　A minimum grade-point average (GPA) of 3.00, or the foreign equivalent as determined by the Office of Admissions.

　　TOEFL iBT- Total score 81

　　IELTS - Overall score of 7 with no subscore less than 6

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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Application deadline:

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World ranking

　　201st / 1250

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