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Diploma of Applied Music
- Santa Monica, United States
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
Master of Music (Applied Music) is a graduate programme taught in English at Oklahoma State University in Stillwater.
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
- Develop core knowledge and practical skills in Music (Applied Music). Apply relevant methods to academic and professional problems. Communicate findings effectively and prepare for further study or employment in related fields.
Career outcomes
- Designer
- Creative Specialist
- Production Coordinator
- Visual Content Creator
- Arts Administrator
Curriculum
- The catalog plan of study totals 32 credit hours. Required study includes Final Degree Performance
- Final Degree Project and Oral Examination
- Introduction to Graduate Studies in Music and Seminar in Music History
- Followed by approved electives. It applies to students entering in or before 2026-27.
Entry requirements
Academic
- High school completion or equivalent; transcripts of the last school attended (US school transcripts must show a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher); personal essay of 500 words on major
- degree and transfer plans; sponsor bank statement; proof of English proficiency; age 18 or older (16-17 with guardian conditions). Source: https://www.smc.edu/admission-aid/apply/international-students/submit-documents.php
Accepted academic background
High school completion or equivalent (transcripts of last school attended; US school transcripts must show cumulative GPA 2.0 or higher); personal essay 500 words; sponsor bank statement; 18 or older (16-17 with conditions)
Language tests
- IELTS 5.0
- TOEFL iBT 45
- Duolingo 75
- PTE Academic 39
- Cambridge CAE/CPE grade C
- IELTS Academic 5
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport Copy
- English Language Test Results
- Financial Evidence
How to apply
- Review the program entry criteria and relevant intake. Prepare academic transcripts and the supporting documents specified for this qualification. Submit the institution application and any required English proficiency evidence. Pay the application fee when applicable. Follow the admissions team instructions and await the decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $11,789 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Santa Monica College (campus within SMC not stated in the catalog) |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Arts Media and Entertainment |
| Department | Music |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 12 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | _ |
| Scholarship note | Foundation and other scholarship opportunities exist for eligible students; requirements differ for international applicants. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
1 day leftProgram starts
February 2027
Apply by
5 Jan 2027
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June 2027
Apply by
15 May 2027
182 days leftProgram starts
August 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The next deadline is 15 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $11,789 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The estimated living cost is $19,901 USD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 5.0, TOEFL iBT 45, Duolingo 75, PTE Academic 39, Cambridge CAE/CPE grade C, IELTS Academic 5.

