Music (Masters- Online) at Washington State University

    Music (Masters- Online) at Washington State University

    Music (Masters- Online) at Washington State University

    The Music (Masters- Online) is a Master degree offered by Washington State University at its main campus in Pullman , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 2 years to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from March 11, 2027.

    About Music (Masters- Online)

    The School of Music offers the degree of Master of Arts in Music, which may be earned with Global Campus through study in areas of music education, composition, music history and literature, conducting, and performance studies. Three emphases are available: Music education: Provides advanced studies for experienced or prospective teachers. Composition: Prepares students to enter professions in music such as composition and arranging. Jazz emphasis: Focuses on one or more aspects of jazz, including performance, composition, arranging, pedagogy, or history, in preparation for careers in jazz. Note: A performance emphasis is not available for Global Campus students. The degree may also be completed without an emphasis. The program offers both thesis and non-thesis options, designed according to the goals of the student.

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Music (Masters- Online) at Washington State University

    Entry Requirements

    A minimum score of 80 on the TOEFL is required for all International Students for whom English is not their primary language.

    The School of Music requires an audition, official transcripts, and three letters of recommendation. In addition, please submit: for the composition emphasis, a composition portfolio with recordings and a brief recording of the applicant performing; for the music education emphasis, your written philosophy of teaching. Contact the Graduate Coordinator for details. Once admitted to WSU, each student takes assessments in music theory, history, and keyboard skills prior to the first day of classes.

    Career Opportunities after Completing Music (Masters- Online)

    Graduates are prepared for professional careers in music including work as performers, composers, arrangers, recording artists, and educators.


    Graduate students in music have achieved teaching positions at major universities, community colleges and public schools throughout the United States, including the Director of Jazz Studies at West Valley College in Saratoga, CA; teaching position at the Joy of Music Academy in Boston; and teacher position at the American School in Rome, Italy. Other students have continued their postgraduate work at other prestigious schools of music and performed at major music festivals.

    Tuition and Fee Information for Music (Masters- Online) at Washington State University

    Application Fee 70

    How to Apply for Music (Masters- Online) at Washington State University

    Gather Your Documents

    Check the admission requirements for information about academic standards and required documents.

    Your application for admission must include:

    • Official transcripts
    • Proof of English language proficiency
    • Copy of your passport identification page or national identity card

    Get the admission application and other necessary forms.

    Prepare Your Information

    You will want to prepare some information before beginning your online application.

    • Be ready to answer questions about your anticipated visa status
    • Be ready to tell us how you meet the language proficiency requirement (through an English proficiency exam score or an exam waiver)

    You may upload electronic copies of your documents when you submit your application online. If you upload transcripts they will be considered unofficial. It is best to send transcripts separately after you submit your application.

    Complete the Application and Submit Documents

    To complete the application and submit it for our review you will need to pay the $70 application fee by credit card or wire transfer. If you have questions about paying this fee please contact us.

    If you do not wish to upload documents into the application, or do not have them ready to upload and submit, you may mail or email them to the International Undergraduate Admissions Office when you submit your application.

    Office of International Programs
    International Undergraduate Admissions
    Kruegel Hall
    PO Box 643251
    Pullman, WA 99164-3251
    USA
    [email protected]

    Music (Masters- Online) at Washington State University
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