1,109 Best Music & Performing Arts Programs in the United States

1,109 Music & Performing Arts courses are taught at 492 universities in the United States; the most common length is 4 years. The list starts with courses at Cornell University, University of Chicago and Princeton University.

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649Bachelor's Degree

#1,073 in United States United States

Musical Theatre

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

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Fall, SpringIntake

Performing Arts

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650Bachelor's Degree

#1,073 in United States United States

Theatre Arts

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Theatre & Drama

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651Bachelor's Degree

#1,079 in United States United States

Music

Huntingdon College

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

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Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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652Bachelor's Degree

#1,081 in United States United States

Music

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...

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4 yearsDuration

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Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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653Program

#1,082 in United States United States

Music

Coe College — The Music degree program at Coe College offers a comprehensive exploration of music theory, history, and performance. Students uncover the intricate aspects of musical co...

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654Program

#1,082 in United States United States

Performing Arts - Theatre Arts

Coe College — The Performing Arts - Theatre Arts degree at Coe College offers students an immersive experience in the world of theatre, covering a wide range of disciplines from acting...

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655Program

#1,082 in United States United States

Theatre Arts

Coe College — The Theatre Arts program at Coe College offers a comprehensive education in the dynamic field of performing arts. Students are immersed in the various aspects of theatre...

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656Bachelor's Degree

#1,083 in United States United States

Music

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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657Bachelor's Degree

#1,083 in United States United States

Theatre

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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658Bachelor's Degree

#1,084 in United States United States

Dance

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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659Bachelor's Degree

#1,084 in United States United States

Drama and Theatre Arts

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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660Bachelor's Degree

#1,084 in United States United States

Music

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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661Bachelor's Degree

#1,084 in United States United States

Sound Technology

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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662Bachelor's Degree

#1,087 in United States United States

Music (General Overview)

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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663Bachelor's Degree

#1,087 in United States United States

Theater and Film

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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664Bachelor's Degree

#1,089 in United States United States

Music Production and Recording Arts

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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665Bachelor's Degree

#1,089 in United States United States

Music Production and Recording Arts

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

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Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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666Program

#1,089 in United States United States

Theatre Arts

Mercy College — The Theatre Arts degree at Mercy University offers a comprehensive exploration of performance, production, and the artistic aspects of theatre. This program seeks to deve...

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667Bachelor's Degree

#1,094 in United States United States

Drama

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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668Bachelor's Degree

#1,094 in United States United States

Music Industry

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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669Bachelor's Degree

#1,098 in United States United States

Dance Education

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Dance

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670Bachelor's Degree

#1,098 in United States United States

Music

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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671Bachelor's Degree

#1,098 in United States United States

Theatre

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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672Bachelor's Degree

#1,101 in United States United States

Bachelor of Arts in Music with a Jazz Concentration

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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Music & Performing Arts at other levels

Bachelor's Music & Performing Arts Diploma Music & Performing Arts Master's Music & Performing Arts Professional Music & Performing Arts

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How these courses are ranked

37 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #13 (Cornell University) to #596 (University of Iowa); 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. 5 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Levels, lengths and start dates

By level: 802 bachelor's, 40 master's, 30 diploma and 22 professional. Within the subject, the largest areas are Music & Performing Arts (1,053), Music (26), Theatre & Drama (11) and Dance (8). The usual length is 4 years and 2 years. 99% are full-time and 15 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (100% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (98% of courses with a stated intake). Berklee College of Music offers the widest choice, with 42 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

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

Cornell University (QS World #13), University of Chicago (QS World #13) and Princeton University (QS World #15) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for 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 Music & Performing Arts course take in the United States?

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

When do 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 Music & Performing Arts online with a university in the United States?

15 of these courses are listed as online.

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

Berklee College of Music, with 42, ahead of Rice University (20).

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