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#1,628 in United States United States
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.
NC
#1,628 in United States United States
VC
#1,629 in United States United States
Music - Audio Production Concentration - Composite Major
Valley City State University — The Music - Audio Production Concentration at Valley City State University offers students an exciting blend of music performance, technology, and production skills. This...
Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
TC
#1,630 in United States United States
Music
Tabor College
Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
SC
#1,636 in United States United States
Acting
Savannah College of Art and Design — The Master of Fine Arts in Acting at the Savannah College of Art and Design is designed for aspiring actors who wish to hone their craft and immerse themselves in advance...
Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
SC
#1,636 in United States United States
Dramatic writing
Savannah College of Art and Design — Course OverviewThe Master's Degree in Dramatic Writing at the Savannah College of Art and Design emphasizes the development of innovative scripts for various media, focus...
Master's DegreeLevel
1–2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
SC
#1,636 in United States United States
Music production
Savannah College of Art and Design — The Bachelor's Degree in Music Production at the Savannah College of Art and Design provides students with a comprehensive understanding of music technology, recording te...
Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
SC
#1,636 in United States United States
Vocal performance
Savannah College of Art and Design — The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Vocal Performance at Savannah College of Art and Design offers students the opportunity to hone their vocal talents while gaining a comprehen...
Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
SP
#1,642 in United States United States
Commercial Music
South Plains College — The Commercial Music degree program at South Plains College offers students a comprehensive education in the music industry, blending performance, songwriting, and techni...
—Level
—Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
SP
#1,642 in United States United States
Sound Technology
South Plains College — The Sound Technology degree at South Plains College provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the technical, creative, and practical aspects of sound produc...
—Level
—Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
NC
#1,649 in United States United States
Music Production
North Carolina Wesleyan College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Music Production at North Carolina Wesleyan College offers students a comprehensive education in music technology and studio recording. This prog...
Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
CC
#1,650 in United States United States
Dance
Coker College
Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
CC
#1,650 in United States United States
Dance Choreography
Coker College
Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
CC
#1,650 in United States United States
Music
Coker College
Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
CC
#1,650 in United States United States
Theatre
Coker College
Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
PG
#1,654 in United States United States
Bachelor of Music Industry (Major in Audio Production)
Prince George's Community College
Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
PG
#1,654 in United States United States
Bachelor of Music Industry (Major in Composition)
Prince George's Community College
Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
PG
#1,654 in United States United States
Bachelor of Music Industry (Major in Music Production)
Prince George's Community College
Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
PG
#1,654 in United States United States
Bachelor of Music Industry (Major in Performance)
Prince George's Community College
Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
PG
#1,654 in United States United States
Bachelor of Music Industry (Major in Songwriting)
Prince George's Community College
Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
BC
#1,657 in United States United States
Dance
Bucks County Community College — The Bachelor’s Degree in Dance at Bucks County Community College immerses students in the dynamic world of dance, offering a comprehensive curriculum that covers both per...
Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
BC
#1,657 in United States United States
Music
Bucks County Community College — The Bachelor's Degree in Music at Bucks County Community College offers a comprehensive curriculum designed for students who wish to develop their musical talents while g...
Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
BC
#1,657 in United States United States
Theater Arts
Bucks County Community College — The Theater Arts Bachelor's Degree at Bucks County Community College immerses students in the dynamic and expressive world of theater. This program covers various aspects...
Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
BC
#1,657 in United States United States
Visual & Performing Arts Major
Bucks County Community College — The Visual & Performing Arts Major at Bucks County Community College offers a comprehensive exploration of art forms that express human creativity and culture through vis...
Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
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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