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Diploma of Music Performance
- Riverside, United States
- 1.5 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
Bachelor of Music in Music Performance is a four-year on-campus bachelor programme in the Department of Music at Otterbein University.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights: no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply concepts and methods in Music Performance to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Individual applied lessons
- Ensembles such as Concert Choir. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Professional performing
- Freelance performance
- Arts administration
- Private studio teaching
- Performing arts management
- Graduate study
Curriculum
- Individual applied lessons
- Ensembles such as Concert Choir
- Opera Theatre and Wind Ensemble
- Courses in pedagogy
- Conducting and orchestration
- And two capstone recitals. Can be paired with relevant minors or concentrations.
Entry requirements
Academic
- High school diploma or equivalent
- or age over 18 (minors by special admission); proof of English proficiency (TOEFL iBT 45
- IELTS 4.5
- Duolingo 75 or other accepted proof; exemptions listed); passport and Proof of Funding Form for the I-20; no GPA or SAT/ACT stated.
Accepted academic background
High school diploma or equivalent, or age over 18 (minors by special admission); proof of funds for the I-20; certified English translation of diploma if not in English; transcripts of prior US college work if any
Language tests
- IELTS 4.5
- TOEFL iBT 45
- TOEFL PBT 450
- PTE Academic 30
- Duolingo 75
- IELTS Academic 4.5
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Proof of Identity
- Application Form
How to apply
- Review the program admission requirements. Prepare academic transcripts and supporting documents. Complete the institution application form. Submit proof of language proficiency if required. Pay the application fee if applicable. Await the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $5,997 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $50 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Riverside City College (main campus) |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Fine and Performing Arts |
| Department | Music |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 17 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | _ |
| Scholarship note | International student scholarship of 2,000 USD in the 2026 international flyer |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
February 2027
Apply by
1 Dec 2026
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1.5 years.
The next deadline is 1 Dec 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $5,997 USD per year. The application fee is $50 USD. The estimated living cost is $26,800 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 4.5, TOEFL iBT 45, TOEFL PBT 450, PTE Academic 30, Duolingo 75, IELTS Academic 4.5.

