Bloomington,
IN,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Folklore and Ethnomusicology in Bloomington United States | Indiana University Bloomington
Indiana University Bloomington
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Bloomington United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
30,748
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months
The Department of Folklore and Ethnomusicology provides education in various folklore specialties such as oral storytelling, musical traditions, folk art, ceremonial practices, celebrations, belief systems, along with ethnomusicology - the cultural examination of music, focusing on regional studies, theoretical frameworks, and musical preservation. Our program explores both traditional and modern expressive forms through an interdisciplinary approach. Scholars and instructors pursue investigations across global regions utilizing diverse methodologies: fieldwork, historical analysis, archival research, and experimental studies. Graduates pursue professional paths in academic and community-based environments. A graduate specialization in public engagement is available, combining scholarly inquiry with hands-on training for careers in education, cultural preservation, and performance. The MA program mandates at least 30 graduate credits, with 24 credits (8 courses) completed in the department. Students must demonstrate foreign language reading ability and complete either an examination, creative project, or thesis.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
All applicants to the MA program must have a Bachelor's degree (international students must have the U.S. equivalent of a 4-year Bachelor's degree) preferably in a field related to Folklore (such as American Studies, Anthropology, English, History, etc.), or Ethnomusicology (such as Anthropology, Global or International Studies, Music, etc.). An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or better is required, and the degree must be completed by the time of matriculation into the graduate program.
The personal statement should be approximately 800-1,200 words and should clearly indicate whether you are applying to the Ethnomusicology or Folklore Institute.
Three Letters of Recommendation
TOEFL- A minimum score of 79 is required for admission.
IELTS- A minimum score of 6.5 is required for admission.
The personal statement should be approximately 800-1,200 words and should clearly indicate whether you are applying to the Ethnomusicology or Folklore Institute.
Three Letters of Recommendation
TOEFL- A minimum score of 79 is required for admission.
IELTS- A minimum score of 6.5 is required for admission.
Tuition
USD
30,748