Overview

With North Park University's Jazz Studies (Instrumental) degree you’ll study the rich history and influence of jazz, as both a genre within music and also as an important cultural tradition. Learn from North Park’s jazz faculty who are recognized as top professionals in Chicago and beyond.

With most classes well under 20 students, you’ll be able to build relationships with faculty in the music program. You will work with your jazz instructors to find opportunities to showcase your talent in a variety of settings.

Students at North Park University..

Take advantage of opportunities to expand their education outside the classroom through activities that include:
Participating in regional music competitions
Leading worship for campus chapel and Collegelife services
Joining the North Park Theatre Company

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Music Profession
Jazz History
Jazz/Pop Theory
Arranging
Fourth-Year Recital

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chicago, United States

Disciplines

Music Music Performance View 2679 other Bachelors in Music 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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Other requirements

General requirements

Complete Online Application (No Application Fee)

Official transcripts must be submitted to North Park by a high school principal, administrator, teacher, or counselor.

Academic recommendations are letters written and submitted by a current or former teacher attesting to your academic abilities within the classroom.

SAT or ACT tests are optional and not required for admission.

We require international students to submit proof of English proficiency.

Essay

International students studying in the United States will require visa sponsorship.

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

37500 USD / year

≈ 37500 USD / year
Out-of-State

37500 USD / year

≈ 37500 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

37500 USD / year

≈ 37500 USD / year

Living costs

Chicago

United States

1297 - 2491 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

Students at North Park University..

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Chicago

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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