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Tuition USD 10,875 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,245 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MM
Delivery On-campus
Location West Chester, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Music Theory at West Chester University of Pennsylvania is a MM programme in Arts & Design, 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 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 Theory 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

  1. Language of instruction: English
  2. Study mode: On-campus
  3. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  4. Tuition: USD 10,875 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,245 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  5. Location: West Chester, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Music Theory programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:

  1. Creative Director
  2. Graphic / UX Designer
  3. Art Director
  4. Curator
  5. Visual Artist
  6. Media Producer

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Music Analysis
  2. Composition I
  3. Composition II
  4. Advanced Computer Music
  5. 16th Century Counterpoint
  6. Composition III
  7. Advanced Orchestration
  8. 18th Century Counterpoint

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Application found online via Graduate Studies Office.\xc2\xa0
  • $50.00 Application Fee.\xc2\xa0Paid via the application website.
  • Written statement of your professional goals.\xc2\xa0This statement can be included with the online application. Please be sure to review\xc2\xa0Program Requirements\xc2\xa0to see if there are specific questions asked of the goals statement.
  • TOEFL or IELTS-Academic Test scores submitted via ETS.\xc2\xa0The University minimum for the TOEFL score is 80; minimum IELTS is 6.5. Please note different programs may require higher scores.***
  • WES Evaluation (or another\xc2\xa0NACES\xc2\xa0credential).\xc2\xa0Required if you attended a university or college outside of the United States.
  • Two letters of recommendation.

    • English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

    Tuition & Financial Information

    Tuition Fee

    USD 10,875 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,245 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

    Tuition fees: USD 10,875 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 7,245 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

    IELTS requirement: 6.5

    Financial Aid & Scholarships

    Contact West Chester University of Pennsylvania 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.

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