Overview

The Music programme at the University of Kansas provides a rigorous professional education designed to cultivate exceptional artistic and scholarly talent. Students engage in a curriculum that balances intensive practical training with deep theoretical inquiry, preparing them for diverse careers in the global arts sector. The degree is structured to foster individual creativity while ensuring a broad understanding of musical traditions and modern innovations.

Why Music at the University of Kansas?

The School of Music is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music, ensuring that the curriculum meets the highest national standards. Students have access to premier performance venues, including the Swarthout Recital Hall, Bales Organ Recital Hall, and the Lied Centre of Kansas. Learning from internationally recognised faculty, students join a vibrant artistic community that emphasises performance excellence, scholarly research, and entrepreneurial skills.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 30177 per year
National fee: USD 30177 per year
Local fee: USD 11298 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to provide a solid foundation in musicianship followed by specialised concentration training. Modules may include:

Theory
Aural Skills
Music History
Conducting
Form and Analysis
Tonal Counterpoint
Orchestration
Musicology
Composition

Careers with Music

Graduates from this programme are equipped to pursue a variety of professional paths within the music industry and beyond. Many alumni continue their education through prestigious graduate studies or establish successful private teaching studios. The technical and artistic proficiency gained allows students to audition for professional ensembles, work in music production, or engage in media scoring. The degree also provides a foundation for roles in arts administration, music therapy, and community cultural leadership.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Aural Skills

Theory

Jazz Theory and Performance

Music History

Conducting

Jazz Pedagogy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-25 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-01-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lawrence, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

3.2

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit your application to KU- make sure to select you are a music major.
Once accepted to the university, students are eligible to audtion for entry to the School of Music.
Please note: due to Covid 19 concerns, KU School of Music will be offering video auditions in lieu of the live auditions. After submission of a video audition, students are strongly encouraged to attend a faculty appointment over Zoom as scheduled upon video submission. Information about this can be found in the registration. T
Complete a successful audition on your major instrument/voice.
Specific requirements by instrument can be found in the menu on the left.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

30177 USD / year

≈ 30177 USD / year
Out-of-State

30177 USD / year

≈ 30177 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

11298 USD / year

≈ 11298 USD / year

Living costs

Lawrence

United States

900 - 1400 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Lawrence

Funding

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