802 Best Bachelor's Music & Performing Arts Programs in the United States

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.

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121Bachelor's Degree

#273 in United States United States

Music Performance

University of Maryland, Baltimore County — The Bachelor's Degree in Music Performance at the University of Maryland-Baltimore County is designed for those who aspire to develop their performance skills to a profes...

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4 yearsDuration

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122Bachelor's Degree

#273 in United States United States

Music Technology

University of Maryland, Baltimore County — The Bachelor's Degree in Music Technology at the University of Maryland-Baltimore County offers a comprehensive exploration of the intersection between music and technolo...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

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Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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123Bachelor's Degree

#273 in United States United States

Theatre (Theatre Studies)

University of Maryland, Baltimore County — The Bachelor's Degree in Theatre Studies at the University of Maryland-Baltimore County offers students an immersive experience in the world of performing arts. This prog...

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4 yearsDuration

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Music & Performing Arts

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124Bachelor's Degree

#288 in United States Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Acting for Theatre, Film, and Television

The Catholic University of America — The Bachelor's degree in Acting for Theatre, Film, and Television at the Catholic University of America is designed to immerse students in the dynamic world of performanc...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

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Music & Performing Arts

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125Bachelor's Degree

#293 in United States United States

Theatre

University of Memphis — The Bachelor of Arts in Theatre at the University of Memphis provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the performing arts. This program covers various aspe...

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4 yearsDuration

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Music & Performing Arts

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126Bachelor's Degree

#297 in United States United States

Music

State University of New York at Binghamton

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4 yearsDuration

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127Bachelor's Degree

#297 in United States United States

Musical Theatre

State University of New York at Binghamton

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4 yearsDuration

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128Bachelor's Degree

#307 in United States United States

Theatre

Florida Atlantic University — The Theatre Bachelor's Degree at Florida Atlantic University offers a comprehensive exploration of various theatrical disciplines, including acting, directing, design, an...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

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Music & Performing Arts

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129Bachelor's Degree

#309 in United States United States

Bachelor of Arts in Visual and Performing Arts

Albany State University — The Bachelor of Arts in Visual and Performing Arts at Albany State University offers a comprehensive exploration of artistic expression across various mediums. This cours...

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4 yearsDuration

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130Bachelor's Degree

#309 in United States United States

Bachelor of Arts in Visual and Performing Arts 1

Albany State University

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131Bachelor's Degree

#310 in United States United States

Dance

California State University, Fullerton — The Bachelor's Degree in Dance at California State University-Fullerton offers a comprehensive curriculum designed for students who are passionate about dance, performanc...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Dance

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132Bachelor's Degree

#311 in United States United States

Applied Music

University of Denver — The Applied Music Bachelor's Degree at the University of Denver is designed for students who are passionate about music performance and wish to refine their musical skill...

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133Bachelor's Degree

#312 in United States United States

Acting

Wright State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Acting at Wright State University provides a comprehensive education in the art of performance and the technicalities of theatre. The program cov...

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4 yearsDuration

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Music & Performing Arts

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134Bachelor's Degree

#312 in United States United States

Acting

Wright State University — The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting at Wright State University offers a comprehensive education in the art of performance, covering various acting techniques, voice, move...

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4 yearsDuration

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Music & Performing Arts

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135Bachelor's Degree

#312 in United States United States

Dance

Wright State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Dance at Wright State University-Main Campus provides students with a comprehensive education in the art of dance, blending theoretical knowledge...

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4 yearsDuration

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Music & Performing Arts

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136Bachelor's Degree

#312 in United States United States

Dance

Wright State University — The Bachelor's Degree in Dance at Wright State University offers a comprehensive curriculum that blends rigorous training in performance, choreography, and theory. This p...

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4 yearsDuration

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Music & Performing Arts

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137Bachelor's Degree

#317 in United States United States

Music (BM) - Vocal Music Education Concentration

University of South Alabama — Course OverviewThe Bachelor of Music (BM) with a concentration in Vocal Music Education at the University of South Alabama is designed to prepare students for a fulfillin...

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4 yearsDuration

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Music

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138Bachelor's Degree

#321 in United States United States

Commercial Music

University of Texas at El Paso — The Bachelor's Degree in Commercial Music at the University of Texas at El Paso merges creativity with industry knowledge, providing students with a comprehensive curricu...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

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Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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139Bachelor's Degree

#321 in United States United States

Commercial Music

University of Texas at El Paso

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4 yearsDuration

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140Bachelor's Degree

#321 in United States United States

Dance

University of Texas at El Paso — The Bachelor of Arts in Dance at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) provides a comprehensive exploration of dance as both an art form and a mode of expression. Thi...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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141Bachelor's Degree

#321 in United States United States

Dance

University of Texas at El Paso

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4 yearsDuration

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Music & Performing Arts

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142Bachelor's Degree

#321 in United States United States

Music

University of Texas at El Paso — The Bachelor’s degree in Music at the University of Texas at El Paso offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with a profound understanding of music t...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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143Bachelor's Degree

#321 in United States United States

Music

University of Texas at El Paso

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144Bachelor's Degree

#321 in United States United States

Theatre Arts

University of Texas at El Paso — The Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts at the University of Texas at El Paso offers an in-depth exploration of both the practical and theoretical aspects of theatre. Studen...

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4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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How these courses are ranked

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".

Inside the course list

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.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Bachelor's Music & Performing Arts in the United States?

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.

Which is the cheapest university for Bachelor's Music & Performing Arts in the United States?

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.

How long does a Bachelor's Music & Performing Arts course take in the United States?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 2 years the next most common.

When do Bachelor's Music & Performing Arts courses start in the United States?

Fall is the main intake — 100% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Bachelor's Music & Performing Arts online with a university in the United States?

11 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Bachelor's Music & Performing Arts courses in the United States?

Berklee College of Music, with 33, ahead of Rice University (20).

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