Overview

Because the B.M. program in Composition from Catholic University of America is often the first step beyond secondary school study, it is an important time of growth and transition, and our curriculum is designed to prepare you for the transition from relative novice to accomplished composer. Please click here for information on applying to our programs in composition.

Our B.M. program features an extraordinarily strong curriculum designed to develop your compositional technique and academic skills.

Featuring courses in electronic music, counterpoint, orchestration, form and analysis, and conducting, as well as two semesters of private study on a principal instrument or voice and eight semesters of private composition lessons, composition students are provided with a rigorous and thorough grounding in the compositional craft and in performance, both of which are typically integral parts of a compositional career.

In addition to technical training, we also emphasize practical professional development skills, helping you to define and develop your place in the large, dynamic world of composition.

Potential Careers

Composer
Conductor
Copyist
Orchestra Director

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Ear Training and Sight Singing
Harmony
Class Piano
History of Music
Orchestration
Composition Seminar

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Washington, D. C., United States

Disciplines

Music Music Composition View 306 other Bachelors in Music Composition in United States

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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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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A completed Common Application
The Common Application Essay
Official High School Transcripts
Secondary School Report with Counselor Letter
At least one (1) Teacher Recommendation
ZeeMee Profile (Optional)
International students whose native language is not English are required to demonstrate English proficiency through the TOEFL or IELTS examinations.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

60500 USD / year

≈ 60500 USD / year
Out-of-State

60500 USD / year

≈ 60500 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

60500 USD / year

≈ 60500 USD / year

Living costs

Washington, D. C.

United States

1705 - 2975 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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Overview

Potential Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Washington, D. C.

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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