Overview

The Music Technology degree from Kent State University prepares students as musicians within a broad field of constantly changing technology.

Students study in courses that develop expertise in music computer technology for application in the recording industry, audio-engineering and music production.

Key Features

The development of music technology has had an enormous impact on the music industry. There are many career opportunities for talented musicians in music technology. Skilled musicians can apply formal training to recording careers, studio performance, arranging or producing and live performances.

Opportunities are also available in non-traditional, contemporary popular music venues, the movie industry, television, multi-media events and music for advertising, as well as traditional performing arts venues.

The growth of music technology has made knowledge and experience in this area a necessity for all students preparing for a career in any area of the music industry.

To compete effectively in the contemporary music world, one must possess a strong traditional music background, plus the technical expertise required to make the most of a rapidly changing and developing technology.

The Music Technology major comprises the following concentrations:

The Audio Recording concentration provides students the opportunity to learn advanced audio recording techniques.

The Music Production concentration provides students the opportunity to learn how to use technology to realize creative work such as original music, arranging and production.

The Performance concentration provides students who want to perform the necessary technological tools to succeed in the modern music industry.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this Music Technology program from Kent State University will be able to:

Function as competent and versatile professional studio musicians who perform in diverse commercial music venues.

Compose and arrange music.

Create appropriate sound for visual media.

Create music productions of professional quality.

Produce professional audio recordings, both live and in studio, from start to finish.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Theory

Music Production

Audio Recording

Contemporary Popular Music Theory

Understanding Western Music

Music As A World Phenomenon

Western Music History

Music Of The United States

History Of Jazz

Navigating The Music Industry

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

National: Application and all required materials must be submitted seven days before the start of the semester.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

North Canton, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A copy of your Passport Biographical Page.

English Language Proficiency scores

Secondary School Graduation Certificate/Diploma/Attending Certificate (Certified English translation and original language).

Secondary School Transcripts/detailed mark sheets (Certified English translation and original language).

Financial guarantee (bank statements) that show sufficient funds to cover educational and living expenses.

Kent State Affidavit of Financial Support is required when you are funded by a sponsor(s). For example: parent, sibling, relative, friend, government, organization or institute/school.

Financial documents are only required after acceptance.

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

23690 USD / year

≈ 23690 USD / year
Out-of-State

23690 USD / year

≈ 23690 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13466 USD / year

≈ 13466 USD / year

Living costs

North Canton

United States

1034 - 1706 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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Learning Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

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Academic requirements

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Tuition Fees

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North Canton

Funding

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