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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.

985Bachelor's Degree
ET East Texas Baptist University logo
#1,688 in United States United States

Music (B.A.)

East Texas Baptist University — The Bachelor of Arts in Music at East Texas Baptist University offers an immersive program designed to cultivate creativity, musicality, and technical proficiency in stud...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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986Bachelor's Degree
ET East Texas Baptist University logo
#1,688 in United States United States

Musical Theatre (B.A.)

East Texas Baptist University — The Bachelor of Arts in Musical Theatre at East Texas Baptist University provides a comprehensive education in the performing arts, focusing on singing, acting, and danci...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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997Bachelor's Degree
OC Oklahoma Christian University logo
#1,696 in United States United States

Music

Oklahoma Christian University — The Bachelor of Music program at Oklahoma Christian University offers a comprehensive education that prepares students for diverse careers in the music industry. Students...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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998Bachelor's Degree
OC Oklahoma Christian University logo
#1,696 in United States United States

Music, Instrumental Emphasis

Oklahoma Christian University — The Bachelor's Degree in Music with an Instrumental Emphasis at Oklahoma Christian University is designed for students who are passionate about music and wish to deepen t...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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999Bachelor's Degree
OC Oklahoma Christian University logo
#1,696 in United States United States

Music, Vocal Emphasis

Oklahoma Christian University — The Bachelor’s degree in Music with a Vocal Emphasis at Oklahoma Christian University offers a comprehensive curriculum designed for aspiring vocalists. This program enco...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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1000Program
PC Portland Community College logo
#1,707 in United States United States

College Success and Career Guidance

Portland Community College — The College Success and Career Guidance degree at Portland Community College is an innovative program designed to equip students with the skills necessary for academic ac...

—Level
—Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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PC Portland Community College logo
#1,707 in United States United States

Music

Portland Community College — The Music degree program at Portland Community College is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of musical concepts, performance techniques, and...

—Level
—Duration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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1002Bachelor's Degree
VV Victor Valley College logo
#1,710 in United States United States

Music

Victor Valley College

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Music & Performing Arts
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1008Program
MC Muskegon Community College logo
#1,718 in United States United States

Composition/Writing

Muskegon Community College — The Composition/Writing degree at Muskegon Community College is designed to foster creativity, enhance writing skills, and deepen understanding of various writing styles...

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—Duration
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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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