About the course

The Master of Music and the Doctor of Musical Arts are offered with tracks in performance, conducting and music education. Three tracks are offered: Performance, Conducting and Music Education. The Performance, Choral Conducting and Instrumental Conducting tracks require a minimum of 30 credits, the Music Education track requires a minimum of 32 credits.

　　The M.M. in performance and conducting is the professional degree in music designed for performers and conductors wishing to augment and refine their skills. The M.M. in Music Education is designed for music teachers who wish to update and increase their practical pedagogical knowledge. 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: 3 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Fargo
Summer (May), 2024	Fargo
Fall (August), 2024	Fargo
Spring (January), 2025	Fargo
Summer (May), 2025	Fargo
Fall (August), 2025	Fargo
Spring (January), 2026	Fargo
Summer (May), 2026	Fargo

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for North Dakota State University

The applicant must have a baccalaureate degree from an educational institution of recognized standing. At the baccalaureate level, the applicant must have earned a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0, or equivalent, to attain full standing in a graduate degree program. Applicants whose last degree completed is a graduate degree may be admitted in full standing if the final GPA of that degree is at least 3.0 or equivalent. A complete application will include three recommendations, transcripts and a scholarly writing example. For applicants in performance and conducting, an on-campus visit and audition are required. Following acceptance into the masters program, applicants will complete a diagnostic exam, which will be used by their advisers to plan appropriate coursework.

　　TOEFL ibT 79 Pbt: 550, IELTS 6.5.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at North Dakota State University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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