Boston,
MA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Musicology and Ethnomusicology in Boston United States | Boston University
Boston University
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Boston United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
26,542
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Master of Arts (MA) in Musicology & Ethnomusicology at Boston University's School of Music is designed for aspiring PhD candidates, performing musicians with academic pursuits, and those seeking careers in the music field. Applicants typically hold a bachelor's degree in music or equivalent qualifications.
Our graduate program equips students with foundational knowledge, analytical frameworks, diverse methodologies, and real-world engagement to cultivate top-tier music scholars. We provide up to five years of full financial support for both post-baccalaureate and post-master's students, along with a flexible curriculum featuring an integrated Musicology and Ethnomusicology track.
BU's Musicology & Ethnomusicology program is guided by a dynamic, diverse, and collaborative faculty committed to breaking barriers between academic research and musical practice. Our professors' specialties span medieval music to contemporary pop, covering regions from Indonesia to Japan, Africa, and the Americas, while embracing both written and oral traditions. Students explore innovative research areas and expand their intellectual horizons within a nurturing academic community.
The MA degree requires completion of at least 32 credit units.
Students select one specialization area:
Historical Musicology
Ethnomusicology
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
• Two (2) current letters of reference from immediate supervisors, music teachers, mentors, and/or undergraduate faculty addressing your leadership abilities in music education and potential for success in graduate studies.
• Upload transcripts from all colleges and universities to your application. Please do not mail transcripts to us.
• Personal statement uploaded in the application indicating the applicant's purpose in pursuing graduate work, career objectives, and particular interest in BU.
• Current resume uploaded in the application.
• An example of scholarly writing, such as a research paper used for undergraduate work or a published article should be uploaded in the application.
If your first language or the primary language spoken in your home is not English, you must demonstrate English proficiency in one of four ways:
By submitting a TOEFL iBT result with a total score of 84 or higher. The TOEFL code for Boston University is 3087.
By submitting a TOEFL Essentials result with an overall band score of 8.5 or higher. The TOEFL code for Boston University is 3087.
By submitting an IELTS score of 6.5 or higher.
By submitting a Duolingo score of 105 or higher. Select Boston University Graduate & Professional Programs as a score recipient.
• Upload transcripts from all colleges and universities to your application. Please do not mail transcripts to us.
• Personal statement uploaded in the application indicating the applicant's purpose in pursuing graduate work, career objectives, and particular interest in BU.
• Current resume uploaded in the application.
• An example of scholarly writing, such as a research paper used for undergraduate work or a published article should be uploaded in the application.
If your first language or the primary language spoken in your home is not English, you must demonstrate English proficiency in one of four ways:
By submitting a TOEFL iBT result with a total score of 84 or higher. The TOEFL code for Boston University is 3087.
By submitting a TOEFL Essentials result with an overall band score of 8.5 or higher. The TOEFL code for Boston University is 3087.
By submitting an IELTS score of 6.5 or higher.
By submitting a Duolingo score of 105 or higher. Select Boston University Graduate & Professional Programs as a score recipient.
Tuition
USD
26,542