Overview

At the Strings programme from Roosevelt University students learn from master teachers who can be seen and heard on some of the greatest stages in the world. Students graduate with comprehensive musicianship skills, performance capability, analytic abilities and stylistic knowledge.

Key facts

For students who are looking for an intensive music conservatory experience paired with the rich musical and cultural experiences provided by living in a major city, CCPA will prepare help prepare students for a successful career in music.

CCPA's emphasis on entrepreneurial activities also prepares students for multiple career opportunities after graduation.

CCPA's faculty is comprised of passionate teachers and performers who can be seen/heard on stages around the world, including here in Chicago with organizations such as the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and the Lyric Opera of Chicago.

Career Opportunities

CCPA prepares students for multi-faceted careers as musicians.

The outstanding performance pedagogy paired with classes in entrepreneurial activities and in music history and literature helps students become informed performers and pedagogues.

String Performance majors graduate with the skills necessary to succeed as Orchestral Musicians, Pit Orchestra Musicians, soloists, recording artists, teachers, and more.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

String Performance Class

String Chamber Music

Symphony Orchestra

Degree Recital

World Vernacular Artistry

Constructs of Western Theatre and Music

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-04-15 00:00:00 , International

More details

National students: Rolling admission, meaning there are no specific deadlines for most programs. Some specialized programs may have specific deadlines

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

121 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

Music Musicology Liberal Arts View 1591 other Bachelors in Liberal Arts 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

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

For violin, viola, cello, and double bass, all repertoire composed unaccompanied must be played by memory. A score may be used for etudes or orchestral excerpts. It is strongly suggested that any repertoire composed with an accompaniment be performed with a piano accompaniment, but it is not required. The CCPA will not provide an accompanist, but applicants may bring their own.

Violin: One etude or caprice; one movement of a Bach Partita or Sonata for solo violin; a fast movement of a concerto

Viola: An etude; one movement of an unaccompanied Bach piece; a fast movement of a concerto

Cello: Two contrasting movements of the same Bach Suite; a Popper Etude; the fast movement of a concerto such as the Dvorak, Lalo, Prokofiev Sinfonia Concertante (or work of similar difficulty)

Double Bass: Two solo pieces of contrasting style, preferably including a movement of unaccompanied Bach and a fast movement from a concerto or a work of similar difficulty

Student insurance

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

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International

33495 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 33495 USD per year during 48 months.
National

33495 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 33495 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

33495 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 33495 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Chicago

1297 - 2491 USD /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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