About the course

Jazz Studies students are highly encouraged to develop their talents in the context of a wide musical world while still learning the classic music of the jazz masters. The select nature of the CSU Jazz Program gives students the opportunity for more individual attention and time with their faculty mentors.

　　Students develop skills that can be immediately applied to a range of career performance opportunities, both on and off campus. Students get to learn from and perform with a wide range of regular guest artists and clinicians. Past guests include John Fedchock, John Riley, Dave Pietro, Paul McKee, Walt Weiskopf, Scott Wendholt, Rich Perry, Greg Gisbert, Zach Brock, Erik Deutsch, Art Lande, Nguyen Le, Ron Miles, Michael Weiss, and many more.

　　Repertoire for our two big bands and multiple small combos includes classic literature and modern music, and students are pushed to write and arrange their own music to share with their peers and the public in our regular concerts each semester. The Jazz Studies degree is currently available to students who play the following instruments only: trumpet, trombone, saxophone, piano, percussion, and double bass. 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: Not available

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

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Colorado State University

To be considered for admission, applicants must:

　　Hold an undergraduate music degree

　　Perform an audition on their principal instrument

　　In addition to the general admission requirements set by the Graduate School, applicants must fulfill the following requirements set by the School:

　　Applicants electing the performance or conducting options must audition in person for area faculty.

　　Applicants electing music education, music education with Kodály emphasis, or music therapy may audition in person or submit a recording.

　　the School will be in contact once we receive your complete application to schedule an audition.

　　The Graduate Record Exam test is not required for entrance into the University or Music Program.

　　Diagnostic exams in music theory and music history are required of all incoming graduate students, except those pursuing music therapy. The purpose of the diagnostic examinations is to determine whether students are prepared to undertake history and theory courses at the graduate (500+) level. On the basis of these examinations, MU334, MU335, and/or MU412 may be required as prerequisites for 500 level courses in music history and music theory.These examinations are critically important. Diligent preparation and review can significantly improve your performance on them. Study guides for both exams are posted on this page. If you are required to take remedial courses, they will provide a valuable opportunity to enhance your knowledge and sharpen your skills. The diagnostic examinations may be repeated once.

　　Note: Students who do not take exams and/or who fail an exam or exams a second time, will automatically enrolled in the appropriate remedial courses in music history and music theory.

　　Official transcripts or mark sheets and any certificates, diplomas, or degrees from each college or university attended is required regardless of the length of attendance, including courses in progress.

　　Upload a variety of supporting documents directly to your application.

　　To submit official transcripts, contact your previous institutions to request they submit official transcripts to Colorado State University (use institution code 4075)

　　A minimum of three (3) letters of recommendation are required from previous instructors or employers who are able to comment on your abilities and potential for graduate study.

　　TOEFL score for admission without condition is 550 (paper based), or 80 (internet based). IELTS score for admission without condition is 6.5.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

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

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