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Master of Music Composition
- Louisville, 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 degree from an accredited institution (credential evaluation for foreign degrees)
- Minimum GPA 2.75 for unconditional admission (programmes often higher
- E.g. 3.0)
- Two recommendation letters
- English IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79 or Duolingo 105 unless exempt
- Programme-specific requirements.
Minimum GPA
2.75
Accepted academic background
Bachelor degree (or equivalent) from an institutionally accredited institution with credential evaluation for foreign degrees, Two recommendation letters, Programme-specific requirements
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79 (4.0 on new 1-6 scale
- Duolingo 4.0 per skill
- PTE Academic tests from 2026-01-21)
Other requirements
- Portfolio required
Documents you’ll need
- University Transcripts
- Personal Statement
- Recommendation Letters
- Portfolio
How to apply
- Check the programme page for deadline and requirements. Apply online through the Graduate School
- or the programme's centralised service where listed (NursingCAS
- CSDCAS
- SOPHAS)
- pay the 65 USD fee (30-40 USD for centralised services). Upload official transcripts with notarized English translation and credential evaluation (NACES/AICE) for foreign degrees
- recommendation letters and English test scores. Complete any programme-specific items. Receive the offer
- then the I-20 and apply for the F-1 visa with proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $24,604 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $65 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Belknap Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Music |
| Department | Music |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 36 |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | Students may be considered for available scholarships or funding if they meet the relevant award criteria, Availability and eligibility should be confirmed with the institution. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
Tuition is $24,604 USD per year. The application fee is $65 USD. The estimated living cost is $13,446 USD.
The minimum GPA is 2.75. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79 (4.0 on new 1-6 scale, Duolingo 4.0 per skill, PTE Academic tests from 2026-01-21). A portfolio is required.