Program Overview
The Jazz Studies at Depaul University is a Master programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Jazz Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 785 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 785 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Chicago, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Jazz Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Jazz Ensemble
- Jazz Chamber Ensemble
- Advanced Jazz Composition
- Advanced Jazz Arranging and Orchestration
- Jazz History
- Jazz Style and Analysis
- Jazz Graduate Recital
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Completed Application and Fee: Apply online and submit a $40 application fee.
- Official Transcripts: We require official transcripts from all universities, colleges or community colleges attended \xc2\x97 including those from which no credit was earned. Applicants with non-U.S. educational credentials are required to submit their official credentials (e.g., transcripts, mark sheets, degree certificates, graduation diplomas, etc.) to an evaluation company for evaluation.
- Admission Examinations: Applicants may submit either GMAT or GRE scores.
- Language Proficiency for International Students: Non-native English speakers who have not completed a bachelor\'s or master\'s degree in the United States are required to submit examination results from a recognized English proficiency test.
- Essay Questions: All applicants must complete at least one essay question, preferably 300 to 500 words in length, explaining their personal/professional interest in the program to which they are applying.
- Letters of Recommendation
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Interview
- live entrance audition (for Performance and Jazz Studies students)
- composition portfolio (for Jazz Studies Composition and Composition students)
- teaching philosophy statement and live interview (for Music Education Students)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 785 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 785 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 785 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 785 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Depaul University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About DePaul University
DePaul University
Chicago, United States
DePaul University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months