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802 Bachelor's Music & Performing Arts courses are taught at 369 universities in the United States; the most common length is 4 years. Courses from Cornell University, University of Chicago and Duke University come first, because those universities rank highest.
Saint Michael's College — The Bachelor's Degree in Performing Arts at Saint Michael's College offers a comprehensive exploration of the dynamic world of theater, dance, and music. This program is...
Western Connecticut State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Music at Western Connecticut State University is designed to provide a comprehensive foundation in musical theory, performance, and history. Stud...
Western Connecticut State University — Western Connecticut State University offers a comprehensive Bachelor's Degree in Music Education that equips students with the skills necessary to inspire and teach futur...
Western Connecticut State University — The Bachelor’s Degree in Music – Audio & Music Production at Western Connecticut State University prepares students for a dynamic and ever-evolving field that combines ar...
Western Connecticut State University — The Bachelor of Music in Jazz Studies at Western Connecticut State University is designed for students who are passionate about developing their skills and knowledge in j...
Western Connecticut State University — The Bachelor of Music in Performance at Western Connecticut State University offers students a comprehensive education in music, emphasizing both practical performance sk...
Western Connecticut State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Musical Theatre at Western Connecticut State University provides an immersive education that combines the disciplines of acting, singing, and dan...
Western Connecticut State University — The Theatre Arts Bachelor's degree program at Western Connecticut State University offers a comprehensive exploration of the various disciplines within the performing art...
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George Fox University — The Bachelor's Degree in Music at George Fox University offers students a comprehensive exploration of musical theory, performance, and composition. This program is desig...
Centre College — The Bachelor's Degree in Music at Centre College offers a comprehensive and versatile program designed to cultivate creativity, critical thinking, and technical skills in...
Centre College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre at Centre College offers a comprehensive education that blends the theoretical and practical aspects of performing arts. Students engage...
Allan Hancock College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Dance at Allan Hancock College offers an immersive program designed for students who are passionate about the art of movement. This course covers...
Allan Hancock College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Drama and Theatre Arts at Allan Hancock College offers an immersive study into the world of performance arts. Students will explore various facet...
Allan Hancock College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Music at Allan Hancock College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of music theory, composition, performance, and history. The c...
Allan Hancock College — The Bachelor's Degree in Sound Technology at Allan Hancock College offers a comprehensive curriculum designed for students passionate about audio production, sound engine...
Ramapo College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Music at Ramapo College offers a comprehensive overview of various musical disciplines, allowing students to explore their artistic passions whil...
Ramapo College — The Bachelor's Degree in Theater and Film at Ramapo College offers an in-depth exploration of the arts, covering a rich curriculum that spans theater production, film stu...
Mercy College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Music Production and Recording Arts at Mercy University provides a comprehensive understanding of music technology, including both theoretical kn...
Mercy College — The Bachelor's Degree in Music Production and Recording Arts at Mercy College is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge necessary for a succes...
South Carolina State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Drama at South Carolina State University offers an in-depth exploration of theatrical arts, focusing on both performance and production. Students...
South Carolina State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Music Industry at South Carolina State University offers a comprehensive exploration of the various facets of the music business. This program co...
University of Tennessee, Martin — The Bachelor of Dance Education at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia is designed for those passionate about dance and education. This course offers a comprehensive curriculum...
University of Tennessee, Martin — The Bachelor's Degree in Music at the University of Tennessee, Martin provides students with a comprehensive foundation in music theory, performance, and history. This pr...
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27 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #13 (Cornell University) to #548 (Lehigh University); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. Cornell University has the largest research record in this group, with 57,855,264 citations and an h-index of 1,875. 3 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".
Within the subject, the largest areas are Music & Performing Arts (748), Music (25), Theatre & Drama (11) and Dance (8). The usual length is 4 years and 2 years. 99% are full-time and 11 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (100% of courses with a stated intake). Berklee College of Music offers the widest choice, with 33 of these courses.
Cornell University (QS World #13), University of Chicago (QS World #13) and Duke University (QS World #26) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.
Of those with published fees, Wayne State College is the least expensive at about USD 8,216 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.
Most listed courses run 4 years, with 2 years the next most common.
Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.
11 of these courses are listed as online.
Berklee College of Music, with 33, ahead of Rice University (20).
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