Overview

The Music Composition degree at the University of Georgia provides three years of applied lessons in a primary instrument and three years of intensive study in composition, during which students participate in weekly seminars that focus on analysis and the evaluation of undergraduate compositions.

Key Features

The program includes a strong foundation in music theory and music history. Performance of contemporary music is emphasized. The four years of study culminates with a composition recital that presents a multi-movement or large-form composition for an ensemble. Composition majors are also required to perform recitals in their applied area (vocal or instrumental).

Applicants are required to audition for admission into this program. Intended composition majors are asked to upload 2-5 contrasting examples of original compositions. Please upload scores as PDF files. Non-notated examples such as audio files or other media may also be submitted. Any and all genres and styles are welcome.

They prefer original compositions but will also consider arrangements/transcription examples. Students who are interested in the B.M. in Composition, but who do not yet have examples of original music to share, are encouraged to join the Student Composers Association and submit work samples in the spring of their first year in consideration for admittance to the B.M. in Composition.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sophomore Applied Instruction

Junior Applied Instruction and Recital

Electroacoustic Composition

Music Theory

Aural Skills

Instrumentation and Arranging

World Music Survey: Africa, Europe, and the Americas

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-01 00:00:00

More details

Please contact Music Admissions before you apply to start in a spring semester.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Athens, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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102

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General requirements

The First-Year application fee is $70 for US Citizens and $85 for International Students.

Transcript from your graduating high school

SAT/ACT scores

Secondary School Report/Counselor Recommendation

Teacher/Other Letter of Recommendation

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

30878 USD / year

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Out-of-State

30878 USD / year

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Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10034 USD / year

≈ 10034 USD / year

Living costs

Athens

United States

720 - 1170 USD / month

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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Tuition Fees

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