Overview

You can feel the strength of the community that’s built every day in our Department of Music. The collaborative environment is intentionally designed to bring out the best in every musician.

Key Features

As a Music student at Valparaiso University, you benefit from faculty who know you personally and push you to achieve your best — in lessons, ensembles, and the classroom. You will join a rich tradition of artistic expression while developing the skills to leave your own mark on the music world.

Concentrations

The B.A. in music requires a concentration of at least nine credits. Students can choose from one of three options.

Music

Church Music

Music industry

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Musicianship

Music Theory

Development of Western Music

Music of the Baroque, Classical and Early Romantic Eras

Music of the Late Romantic and Modern Eras

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

124 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Valparaiso, 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.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Passport Copy. Provide a scanned copy of both sides that is legible and clearly shows your picture

Proof of English Language Proficiency

Application Profile

Reflective Essay

Your reflective essay should summarize:

Why you are interested in studying in the United States

Why you are applying to Valparaiso University

Your interest in the degree program

How this program impacts your professional development

Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

48820 USD / year

≈ 48820 USD / year
Out-of-State

48820 USD / year

≈ 48820 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

48820 USD / year

≈ 48820 USD / year

Living costs

Valparaiso

United States

1223 - 1978 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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Key Features

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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General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Valparaiso

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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