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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.
University of Tennessee, Martin — The Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre at the University of Tennessee, Martin provides students with a comprehensive education that combines practical experience with theoretic...
University of Arkansas - Monticello — The Bachelor of Arts in Music with a Jazz Concentration at the University of Arkansas - Monticello is designed to cultivate a deep understanding of jazz music through bot...
University of Arkansas - Monticello — The Bachelor of Arts in Music with a Piano Concentration at the University of Arkansas - Monticello offers a comprehensive exploration of music through the lens of piano...
University of Arkansas - Monticello — The Bachelor of Arts in Music with a Vocal Concentration at the University of Arkansas - Monticello offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with the...
University of Arkansas - Monticello — The Bachelor of Arts in Music with an Instrumental Concentration at the University of Arkansas - Monticello offers students a comprehensive education in music that emphas...
Cameron University — The Bachelor of Arts in Theatre at Cameron University offers students a comprehensive exploration into the world of performance, production, and dramatic literature. The...
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Randolph-Macon College — The Bachelor's degree in Music at Randolph-Macon College offers a comprehensive program that combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills in various musical disci...
Lebanon Valley College — The Bachelor's Degree in Music at Lebanon Valley College offers a comprehensive study of music that blends theoretical knowledge with practical application. The program i...
Dominican College — The BFA in Dance/LINES Ballet at Dominican College is a dynamic program that combines an extensive study of dance with rigorous training in performance and choreography....
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Minot State University — The Bachelor of Arts in Music at Minot State University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of music theory, history, and performance. This program is de...
Carroll University — The B.A. in Music at Carroll University offers a comprehensive exploration of musical theory, performance, and composition. This program is designed to equip students wit...
Carroll University — The Bachelor's Degree in Music at Carroll University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of music theory, performance, history, and composition. This pro...
Carroll University — The Bachelor’s Degree in Music Therapy at Carroll University offers a comprehensive exploration of the therapeutic use of music for improving emotional, cognitive, and so...
Carroll University — The Bachelor's Degree in Theatre at Carroll University offers a comprehensive exploration of the performing arts, focusing on various aspects of theatre production, perfo...
Daemen College — The Bachelor's Degree in Visual and Performing Arts at Daemen College provides a comprehensive education in various artistic disciplines, including theater, music, and vi...
Westfield State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Music at Westfield State University provides students with a comprehensive education in the field of music, blending both the theoretical and pra...
Westfield State University — The Bachelor of Arts in Music at Westfield State University offers an in-depth exploration of music theory, history, performance, and composition. Students engage with a...
Westfield State University — The Theatre Arts program at Westfield State University offers a comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted world of theatre, integrating both the performing and techni...
Westfield State University — The Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts at Westfield State University provides a comprehensive education in the performing arts, allowing students to explore multiple facets...
California Lutheran University — The Bachelor's Degree in Music at California Lutheran University offers a comprehensive program that nurtures both the artistic and intellectual development of aspiring m...
California Lutheran University — The Bachelor's Degree in Music Production at California Lutheran University provides a comprehensive exploration of the music industry, blending creativity with technical...
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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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