Overview

Our Music program from the University of New Orleans is generally a two-year (four-semester) course of study, emphasizing advanced training in the applied area and in music history and theory. Interested candidates in all concentrations must successfully pass an audition and be admitted to the university's Graduate School.

What you can study

Composition:

The Composition concentration utilizes private lessons, group seminars, and core courses to develop the student's individual creative voice. Through study with world-class faculty and guests, students are equipped with the skills required of the 21st Century composer.

Instrumental Conducting:

Students gain hands-on conducting experience with a variety of ensembles and in different musical styles, guided by experienced faculty. In addition to applied study, students also take courses in music history and music theory as well as electives.

Jazz Studies:

The Jazz Studies emphasis focuses on individual and ensemble performance abilities, composing and arranging skills, and the critical thinking and entrepreneurial skills you need to succeed professionally. Interested candidates must successfully pass an audition and be admitted to the UNO Graduate School.

Instrumental Performance:

The concentration focuses on development of technique, musicianship and repertoire for instrument, and includes applied instruction, participation in ensembles, and the study of advanced music theory and music history.

Programme Structure

Concentrations available include:

Composition
Instrumental Conducting
Jazz Studies
Music Studies
Instrumental Performance

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-19 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-14 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-06-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-10 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2028-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New Orleans, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in the U.S. or a 4-year degree equivalent from a recognized institution of higher learning abroad.

Applicants enrolled in the final year of a bachelor's degree or international equivalent will be considered for conditional admission.

3.0 grade point average (GPA) on a 4-point scale for all graduate coursework

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

13678 USD / year

≈ 13678 USD / year
Out-of-State

13678 USD / year

≈ 13678 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9108 USD / year

≈ 9108 USD / year

Living costs

New Orleans

United States

1125 - 2151 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Overview

What you can study

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

New Orleans

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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