Master of Music
- Ellensburg, United States
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
Bachelor of Arts in Music is a four-year on-campus degree at North Central College in Naperville, Illinois.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop subject knowledge in Music and apply creative methods
- Develop and critique original work
- And communicate design or artistic intentions.
Career outcomes
- Performance
- Composition and arranging
- Private studio teaching
- Music library science
- Arts management
Curriculum
- Music theory
- Aural skills
- Class piano
- Music history and ethnomusicology
- Conducting
- Arranging and orchestration
- Music technology
- Electronic music and applied lessons with ensembles
- Depending on emphasis.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor degree from an accredited institution
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 on the last 90 quarter credits
- Official transcripts
- Statement of objectives of about 500 words
- Three letters of recommendation
- English test unless exempt
- Confidential Financial Statement
- Writing sample for some programmes.
Minimum GPA
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79
- Duolingo 120
Documents you’ll need
- Passport Copy
- Academic Transcripts
- Qualification Certificates
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Purpose
- English Proficiency Evidence If Required
- Proof of Financial Support
- Supporting Immigration Documents If Applicable
How to apply
- Review the graduate admission requirements and intake dates. Prepare academic records and any program-specific documents. Complete the official application and submit the requested supporting documents. Provide language proficiency evidence if required. Pay any applicable official application fee. Review the admissions decision and arrange visa documents if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $29,975 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Ellensburg |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Arts and Humanities |
| Department | Music |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 36 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | Scholarships may be available for eligible applicants; award amounts, Conditions and program eligibility require confirmation. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
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March 2027
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Scholarships
Scholarships may be available for eligible applicants; award amounts, Conditions and program eligibility require confirmation.
Browse scholarships →Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is $29,975 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $19,880 USD.
The minimum GPA is 3. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79, Duolingo 120.
Scholarships may be available for eligible applicants; award amounts, Conditions and program eligibility require confirmation.

