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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.

793Bachelor's Degree
FS Florida Southern College logo
#1,325 in United States United States

Theatre Arts: Musical Theatre

Florida Southern College — The Theatre Arts: Musical Theatre Bachelor's Degree at Florida Southern College combines rigorous academic coursework with extensive practical experience, preparing stude...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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794Bachelor's Degree
FS Florida Southern College logo
#1,325 in United States United States

Theatre Arts: Theatre Performance

Florida Southern College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre Arts with a focus on Theatre Performance at Florida Southern College provides students with an in-depth understanding of the performing a...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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795Bachelor's Degree
BC Benedictine College logo
#1,326 in United States United States

Music

Benedictine College — The Bachelor's Degree in Music at Benedictine College is designed to nurture students' creativity, performance skills, and critical understanding of music. This program o...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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796Bachelor's Degree
BC Benedictine College logo
#1,326 in United States United States

Theatre Arts

Benedictine College — The Theatre Arts Bachelor's Degree at Benedictine College immerses students in the vibrant art of performance, helping them to discover their unique voice through a varie...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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797Diploma
AW Arizona Western College logo
#1,328 in United States United States

Dance

Arizona Western College — Course OverviewThe diploma in Dance at Arizona Western College offers a comprehensive exploration of various dance forms, techniques, and performance styles. This course...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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798Diploma
AW Arizona Western College logo
#1,328 in United States United States

Theatre

Arizona Western College — The Theatre Diploma program at Arizona Western College provides a comprehensive introduction to the world of theatre arts. This course covers various elements of theatre...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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801Diploma
LC Livingstone College logo
#1,350 in United States United States

Associate of Science (A.S.) in Music

Livingstone College — The Associate of Science (A.S.) in Music at Livingstone College offers students a comprehensive foundation in music theory, performance, and history. This program is desi...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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802Diploma
LC Livingstone College logo
#1,350 in United States United States

Associate of Science (A.S.) in Sacred Music

Livingstone College — The Associate of Science (A.S.) in Sacred Music at Livingstone College offers a comprehensive exploration of music within religious contexts, integrating practical skills...

DiplomaLevel
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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803Bachelor's Degree
LC Livingstone College logo
#1,350 in United States United States

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Music

Livingstone College — Overview of the Bachelor of Arts in MusicThe Bachelor of Arts in Music at Livingstone College offers a comprehensive exploration of music theory, history, and performance...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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804Program
LS Lewis-Clark State College logo
#1,351 in United States United States

Theatre

Lewis-Clark State College — The Theatre degree at Lewis-Clark State College offers a comprehensive exploration of the performing arts, focusing on developing both practical and theoretical skills. T...

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—Duration
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805Bachelor's Degree
EC Edgewood College logo
#1,352 in United States United States

Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts

Edgewood College — The Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts at Edgewood College provides students with a comprehensive education in the dynamic world of theatre. This program focuses on various...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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806Program
NV Northern Virginia Community College logo
#1,368 in United States United States

Music

Northern Virginia Community College — The Music degree program at Northern Virginia Community College offers students a comprehensive understanding of musical theory, performance, and history. The curriculum...

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807Bachelor's Degree
JC Johnson C. Smith University logo
#1,369 in United States United States

Dance

Johnson C. Smith University

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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808Bachelor's Degree
JC Johnson C. Smith University logo
#1,369 in United States United States

Music

Johnson C. Smith University

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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809Bachelor's Degree
DU Dillard University logo
#1,371 in United States United States

Music

Dillard University — The Bachelor's Degree in Music at Dillard University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of music theory, history, and performance. Through...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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810Bachelor's Degree
DU Dillard University logo
#1,371 in United States United States

Theatre Arts

Dillard University — The Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts at Dillard University offers students a comprehensive exploration of the world of theatre. This program covers various aspects of per...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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811Bachelor's Degree
UT Utah Tech University logo
#1,373 in United States United States

Dance

Utah Tech University — The Bachelor's Degree in Dance at Utah Tech University offers a comprehensive exploration of dance as an art form, focusing on performance, choreography, and the study of...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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812Bachelor's Degree
UT Utah Tech University logo
#1,373 in United States United States

Music

Utah Tech University — The Bachelor's Degree in Music at Utah Tech University offers an immersive experience for aspiring musicians and music educators. The program is designed for students to...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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813Bachelor's Degree
UT Utah Tech University logo
#1,373 in United States United States

Theatre

Utah Tech University — The Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre at Utah Tech University offers students a comprehensive understanding of the various facets of theatrical performance and production. Thi...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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814Master's Degree
SC Simpson College logo
#1,378 in United States United States

Master of Music in Choral Conducting

Simpson College — The Master of Music in Choral Conducting at Simpson College is designed to equip students with advanced skills and knowledge in choral music performance and conducting. T...

Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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815Bachelor's Degree
SC Simpson College logo
#1,378 in United States United States

Theatre Arts

Simpson College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre Arts at Simpson College provides a comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted world of theatre. This program is designed for students...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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816Bachelor's Degree
NC Newberry College logo
#1,380 in United States United States

Music

Newberry College — The Bachelor of Music program at Newberry College offers a comprehensive education in music, encompassing performance, theory, history, and pedagogy. The curriculum is de...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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Music & Performing Arts at other levels

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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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