Overview

Building on a foundation of musicianship, students will learn contemporary scoring techniques which provide the necessary skills for success in a changing music industry. Emphasis is placed on creating emotion through music, MIDI orchestration and synchronization with visual media.

Outcomes after MA in Music Scoring and Composition at Academy of Art University

Demonstrate an understanding of advanced concepts in the language of music: harmony, melody, and rhythm
Orchestrate and arrange music at a professional level
Write or edit music for different visual environments (such as film, television, animation, games, multimedia, and commercials) at a professional level

Programme Structure

Courses

Music Notation and Score Preparation
The Art of Counterpoint
Orchestration
Film Music History: The Art of the Film Score
Harmony: Advanced Techniques
Soundtrack Industry Overview

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-17 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-09-04 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-02-05 00:00:00

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More details

Rolling Admission. We encourage you to apply early

Language

English

Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

San Francisco, United States

Disciplines

Music Musicology Music Composition View 163 other Masters in Music Composition in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Other requirements

General requirements

Application form or online application
$50 application fee
Official transcripts from your undergraduate college or university showing completion of an undergraduate degree.
Resume
Portfolio

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

33426 USD / year

≈ 33426 USD / year
Out-of-State

26586 USD / year

≈ 26586 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

26586 USD / year

≈ 26586 USD / year

Additional Details

Graduate Tuition (Domestic Students): $1,407/unit – 3 units per class

Graduate Tuition (International Students): $1,615/unit – 3 units per class

Living costs

San Francisco

United States

2206 - 4119 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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Scholarships Information

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