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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913Professional

#1,567 in United States United States

Graduate Performance Diploma in Brass Performance

Berklee College of Music — The Graduate Performance Diploma in Brass Performance at Berklee College of Music focuses on developing exceptional skills in brass instruments, offering an immersive exp...

ProfessionalLevel

2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

FallIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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914Professional

#1,567 in United States United States

Graduate Performance Diploma in Collaborative Piano

Berklee College of Music — The Graduate Performance Diploma in Collaborative Piano at Berklee College of Music is designed for musicians who wish to develop advanced skills in piano performance wit...

ProfessionalLevel

2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

FallIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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915Professional

#1,567 in United States United States

Graduate Performance Diploma in Composition

Berklee College of Music — The Graduate Performance Diploma in Composition at Berklee College of Music is designed for individuals looking to deepen their knowledge and expertise in music compositi...

ProfessionalLevel

2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

FallIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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916Bachelor's Degree

#1,570 in United States United States

Bachelor of Music

Pacific Union College — The Bachelor of Music program at Pacific Union College offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to cultivate musical talents and academic knowledge. This program covers...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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917Bachelor's Degree

#1,572 in United States United States

Music

University of Dubuque — The Bachelor's Degree in Music at the University of Dubuque offers a comprehensive curriculum that explores the various aspects of music, including performance, compositi...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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918Bachelor's Degree

#1,572 in United States United States

Theatre

University of Dubuque — The Bachelor's Degree in Theatre at the University of Dubuque offers a comprehensive exploration of the theatrical arts, designed to cultivate creativity, technical skill...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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919Bachelor's Degree

#1,576 in United States United States

Music

Northwestern College of Iowa — Course OverviewThe Bachelor’s Degree in Music at Northwestern College of Iowa offers students a comprehensive education in music theory, performance, and composition, com...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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920Bachelor's Degree

#1,576 in United States United States

Theatre

Northwestern College of Iowa — The Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre at Northwestern College of Iowa prepares students for a dynamic career in the performing arts. This program focuses on a comprehensive un...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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921Bachelor's Degree

#1,576 in United States United States

Worship Arts

Northwestern College of Iowa — The Worship Arts Bachelor's Degree at Northwestern College of Iowa prepares students to engage in communities through music, art, and additional creative resources in a f...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel

4 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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922Program

#1,591 in United States United States

Music Minor

Fresno Pacific University

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923Bachelor's Degree

#1,591 in United States United States

Music, B.A.

Fresno Pacific University

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924Foundation

#1,594 in United States United States

Music

National Park College — The Foundation Music course at National Park College is designed to immerse students in the fundamental principles of music theory, composition, and performance. This pro...

FoundationLevel

1 yearDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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925Foundation

#1,594 in United States United States

Theatre

National Park College — The Foundation in Theatre at National Park College is designed to immerse students in the dynamic world of performance, production, and theatrical arts. This course provi...

FoundationLevel

1 yearDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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926Program

#1,598 in United States United States

Dance

Tyler Junior College

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Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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927Program

#1,598 in United States United States

Live & Recorded Sound

Tyler Junior College

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Music & Performing Arts

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928Program

#1,598 in United States United States

Music

Tyler Junior College

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Fall, SpringIntake

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929Program

#1,598 in United States United States

Theatre / Musical Theatre

Tyler Junior College

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Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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930Program

#1,600 in United States United States

Commercial Music

San Diego City College — The Commercial Music degree at San Diego City College is designed for students passionate about the music industry, offering them an in-depth exploration of music creatio...

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Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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931Program

#1,600 in United States United States

Dance

San Diego City College — The Dance program at San Diego City College offers a comprehensive curriculum designed for students who are passionate about movement and performance. The course covers a...

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Music & Performing Arts

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932Program

#1,600 in United States United States

Theatre

San Diego City College — The Theatre degree program at San Diego City College is designed to equip students with a comprehensive understanding of the performing arts. The curriculum encompasses v...

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Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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933Program

#1,604 in United States United States

Music

Tacoma Community College — The Music degree program at Tacoma Community College is designed to provide students with a comprehensive education in various aspects of music, including performance, th...

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Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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934Diploma

#1,606 in United States United States

Visual and Performing Arts

Rockland Community College — The Diploma in Visual and Performing Arts at Rockland Community College is designed for students who wish to explore their creative potential while gaining foundational s...

DiplomaLevel

2 yearsDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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935Program

#1,613 in United States United States

Theatre Production

York Technical College — The Theatre Production degree at York Technical College offers a comprehensive exploration of the various facets of stage production, ensuring that students acquire both...

—Level

1 yearDuration

Full TimeMode

Fall, SpringIntake

Music & Performing Arts

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936Bachelor's Degree

#1,620 in United States United States

Commercial Music

Snow College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Commercial Music at Snow College is designed to equip students with the essential skills necessary for success in the music industry. The course...

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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