About the course

The Percussion Area has established a reputation for innovation and excellence through an extensive percussive arts experience. With graduates successfully placed in professional orchestras, studio jobs, military bands, university teaching positions and public schools, and working independently as composers, audio engineers and touring artists, the program has a proven record of preparing percussionists for professional success.

　　A BMUS in Instrumental Performance is a four-year, 125 credit hour emphasis consisting of degree requirements (private lessons, music theory, keyboard, conducting, music history, ensemble and additional music courses) and the U of U General Education Requirements and Bachelor's Degree Requirements. A senior recital is required.

　　The DMA is a three-year, 59 credit hour program consisting of private lessons, large ensembles, music history and literature, advanced music theory, pedagogy, performance practice and courses in a related field. A dissertation essay and four recitals are required. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

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: 6 Semester(s)Fees: US$81,036

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Salt Lake City
Summer (May), 2024	Salt Lake City
Fall (August), 2024	Salt Lake City
Spring (January), 2025	Salt Lake City
Summer (May), 2025	Salt Lake City
Fall (August), 2025	Salt Lake City
Spring (January), 2026	Salt Lake City
Summer (May), 2026	Salt Lake City

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Utah

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　　Three letters of recommendation

　　Statement of purpose

　　Graduate applicants must receive an 85 on the iBT OR a 6.5 on the IELTS in order to qualify for admission to the School of Music.

　　At least a 3.0 or higher undergraduate weighted mean GPA on a 4.0 scale.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　Practice and prepare

　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 85.0

　　The next application deadline is 01 November 2024

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World ranking

　　201st / 1250

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