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Master of Music Composition

University of Northern Iowa

Cedar Falls, United States
2 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

A composition degree with film scoring and pop/rock options.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Explain the principal concepts and methods of Music Composition. Apply knowledge involving professional music degree with weekly private composition and performance lessons. Interpret relevant information
Work on discipline-specific assignments
And communicate findings effectively.

Career outcomes

Composer for film
TV
Video games
Commercials
Theatre
Dance
Opera and concerts
Arranger or orchestrator
Music copyist or engraver
Music producer

Curriculum

Professional music degree with weekly private composition and performance lessons
Master classes with visiting composers and a weekly composers' forum. Students choose a focus in concert music
Film scoring or pop/rock composition
Learn commission practice
And hear their pieces performed live.

Entry requirements

Academic

Bachelor's degree with transcripts from all post-secondary institutions; English proof; programme-specific recommendation letters
resume and statement; deadlines and extra requirements set by each programme.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor's degree (3-year bachelor's degrees considered); transcripts from all post-secondary institutions; program-specific recommendation letters, resume/CV and statement; some programs require a Financial Certification Form

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 79
Duolingo 105

Documents you’ll need

University Transcripts

How to apply

Review the admission requirements and deadlines for the selected program. Create an account and submit the university application online. Upload academic records and required supporting documents. Provide language proficiency evidence if applicable. Pay the application fee when required. Monitor the admission status and respond to additional requests. Accept an offer and complete the relevant enrollment requirements.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$24,359 - $26,417 USD
Application fee	$75 USD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Cedar Falls
Faculty or school	College of Humanities, Arts and Sciences
Department	School of Music
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	Competitive graduate tuition scholarships and assistantships are available in many on-campus graduate programmes at UNI. Tuition scholarships may cover half or full in-state tuition and assistantships provide a salary; availability varies by department and requires a separate application, generally by February 1.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 Apr 2027
138 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.