Overview

The Music program at the Smith College offers performance courses in voice and a wide variety of instruments, and members of the department direct a wide variety of performance ensembles. The department boasts extraordinary practice facilities and a remarkable number of notable graduates who have led distinguished musical careers in performance, scholarship and the practical world of music.

Opportunities

Sage Hall

Sage Hall is home to the Department of Music. It houses abundant resources for music students and faculty, including an oustanding concert hall, an intimate recital hall, a digital classroom with electronic pianos, a well-equipped electroacoustic studio, an early-music room and numerous practice rooms with grand pianos.

Sweeney Concert Hall

Sweeney Concert Hall is one of the most sought–after concert halls in the northeast. This beautiful performance space seats more than 600, and its broad stage can readily accommodate the needs of a diverse range of performances, from solo recitals to large choral and orchestral ensembles. Sweeney's excellent acoustics are suitable for both vocal and instrumental performances. For information about reserving this space, please contact the department office staff.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

American Sounds

Analysis and Repertory

Thinking about music

Topics in World Music

Composition

Music and War

German and French Diction for singers

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

128 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Northampton, 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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Other requirements

General requirements

Common Application or Coalition Application
Smith Writing Supplement
Secondary School Report, including official high school transcript
Counselor Recommendation
Two Teacher Evaluation Forms
Official SAT I, ACT, TOEFL, IELTS, PTE or the Duolingo English Test/*DET*
Early Decision Agreement (if applicable)

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

67140 USD / year

≈ 67140 USD / year
Out-of-State

67140 USD / year

≈ 67140 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

67140 USD / year

≈ 67140 USD / year

Living costs

Northampton

United States

1156 - 2393 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

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Northampton

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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