Overview

Key features

Prior to admission to the Music program at the University of Utah, all students must audition on their major instrument or voice. Once admitted, music students complete a variety of music and performance classes in addition to the courses from their chosen allied field. The music curriculum includes classes on music theory, conducting, music history, large ensemble, performance, chamber ensemble performance, keyboard, and private lessons. Students who complete this individualized academic experience will graduate as cultured, well-rounded professionals prepared for a number of careers professional positions.

The Student Experience

An excellent resource for music students is the McKay Music Library, host to recordings, software, and scores and sheet music. If you want to get involved in your department, consider joining the Student Advisory Committee or a performance ensemble. The U’s performance groups include symphonic band, the Utah marching band, choir, jazz, opera, orchestra, and small ensemble formats.

Career Opportunities

Students who receive a BA in music are eligible to pursue careers in music performance, either solo or as part of an ensemble, or become music teachers and instructors. Based on the allied courses taken with your music courses, you can find work in a number of areas: entrepreneurship students might decide to pursue music-related startup opportunities, while educators can incorporate music in their classrooms in unique ways. If you decide to attend graduate school, jobs as music therapists, professors, and administrators are also possible.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Concert Attendance

Musicianship

Conducting

Music History II: Mid 18th Century to Late 19th Century
Aural Skills

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-01-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

122 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Salt Lake City, 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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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete The Online Application

Pay the Application Fee

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

34900 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34900 USD per year during 48 months.
National

34900 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 34900 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

12424 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 12424 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Salt Lake City

1000 - 1730 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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