Program Overview
The Music at The State University of New Jersey is a MA programme in Arts & Design, delivered Hybrid. 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 arts & design. 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 Music 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Hybrid
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 14,136 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 8,940 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: New Brunswick, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Music programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Classical Performance
- Composition
- Conducting
- Jazz Studies
- Music Education
- Musicology
- Theory
- Music Program in American Language Studies
- Music Technology
- SAS Bachelor of Arts in Music
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Prescreening Materials (Composition only)- due December 15, 2016
- Official Transcripts
- 3 Letters of Recommendation
- English Language Proficiency - if required
- Writing sample or Portfolio**
- GRE General (GRE subject in Music is optional)
- Mason Gross supplemental application - emailed to applicants after submitting the university application- due December 15, 2016 for Composition or January 6, 2017 for Musicology and Theory
- Interview (by invitation for Composition applicants, required for all Musicology and Music Theory applicants
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 14,136 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 8,940 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 14,136 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 8,940 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The State University of New Jersey 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 The State University of New Jersey
The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, United States
The State University of New Jersey, commonly known as Rutgers University, is a public research university headquartered in New Brunswick, New Jersey, United States. Founded in 1766, it is one of...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-02-18
- Start Date 2018-09-05
- Language English
