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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673Bachelor's Degree

#1,101 in United States United States

Bachelor of Arts in Music with a Piano Concentration

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...

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4 yearsDuration

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674Bachelor's Degree

#1,101 in United States United States

Bachelor of Arts in Music with a Vocal Concentration

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...

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4 yearsDuration

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675Bachelor's Degree

#1,101 in United States United States

Bachelor of Arts in Music with an Instrumental Concentration

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...

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4 yearsDuration

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676Master's Degree

#1,101 in United States United States

Master of Music in Jazz Studies

University of Arkansas - Monticello — The Master of Music in Jazz Studies at the University of Arkansas - Monticello is an advanced program designed to refine your musical talents while deepening your underst...

Master's DegreeLevel

1–2 yearsDuration

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677Bachelor's Degree

#1,102 in United States United States

Theatre

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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4 yearsDuration

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678Bachelor's Degree

#1,104 in United States United States

Acting

Nebraska Wesleyan University

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4 yearsDuration

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679Bachelor's Degree

#1,104 in United States United States

Theatre Arts

Nebraska Wesleyan University

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4 yearsDuration

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680Program

#1,105 in United States United States

Dance

El Camino Community College District

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681Program

#1,105 in United States United States

Music

El Camino Community College District

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682Bachelor's Degree

#1,111 in United States United States

Music

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

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Fall, SpringIntake

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683Program

#1,111 in United States United States

Theatre

Randolph-Macon College — The Theatre program at Randolph-Macon College offers a comprehensive exploration of the performing arts, emphasizing both the theoretical and practical aspects of theatre...

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684Bachelor's Degree

#1,113 in United States United States

Music

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

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Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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685Bachelor's Degree

#1,115 in United States United States

Dance/LINES Ballet

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....

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

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686Bachelor's Degree

#1,118 in United States United States

Bachelor of Arts in Music

St. Ambrose University

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687Bachelor's Degree

#1,122 in United States United States

Music (BA)

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

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688Bachelor's Degree

#1,123 in United States United States

B.A. in Music

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

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689Bachelor's Degree

#1,123 in United States United States

Music

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...

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4 yearsDuration

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690Bachelor's Degree

#1,123 in United States United States

Music Therapy

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

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691Bachelor's Degree

#1,123 in United States United States

Theatre

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

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692Bachelor's Degree

#1,126 in United States United States

Visual and Performing Arts

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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693Bachelor's Degree

#1,133 in United States Westfield, Massachusetts, United States

Music

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...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

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Music & Performing Arts

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694Bachelor's Degree

#1,133 in United States Westfield, Massachusetts, United States

Music, B.A.

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...

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4 yearsDuration

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695Bachelor's Degree

#1,133 in United States Westfield, Massachusetts, United States

Theatre Arts

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...

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4 yearsDuration

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696Bachelor's Degree

#1,133 in United States Westfield, Massachusetts, United States

Theatre Arts, B.A.

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...

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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