Overview

Texas Christian University's Music Theory and Composition course enables students to acquaint themselves with new technology relevant to musical performance, analysis, composition, education and research.

Rhythm and meter, melody and harmony, tones of shadow and light: our theory and composition students explore these underlying principles of music. You’ll learn from five full-time faculty composers and theorists, as well as several other accomplished composers, in a highly selective program based on individual instruction and mentoring.

Throughout the year, you’ll have the opportunity to perform your own compositions and those of fellow students and present your work in a professional setting at student composer concerts. Participate in master classes, private lessons and open rehearsals with such guest composers as John Corigliano, Jennifer Higdon and John Mackey.

Career

A degree in music theory/composition opens doors to a wide variety of graduate programs and careers, including composing, arranging, performing, and music instruction at all levels of education.

Your faculty advisor will work with you to choose the right combination of courses and mentor you to help take your talent to the next level.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Instrumentation
Musical Structure and Style
Symphony Orchestra

Chamber Music
Form and Analysis

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Fort Worth, 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

A complete résumé
A one-page essay
Names of individuals for 2-3 letters of recommendation
A preliminary pre-screening video performance that demonstrates your instrumental or vocal ability

Composition Emphasis

three to five original scores (including one handwritten example); audio files of these compositions, if available.

Theory Emphasis

two to three examples of analytical writing; at least one example should deal with an arts-related topic.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

63500 USD / year

≈ 63500 USD / year
Out-of-State

63500 USD / year

≈ 63500 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

63500 USD / year

≈ 63500 USD / year

Living costs

Fort Worth

United States

1071 - 1679 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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Programme Structure

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Credits

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