East Lansing,
MI,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA - Musicology in East Lansing United States | Michigan State University
Michigan State University
|
East Lansing United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
30,663
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The College of Music provides diverse graduate programs culminating in Master of Arts, Master of Music, Doctor of Musical Arts, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. These programs, developed within university and college guidelines, are tailored to meet contemporary professional demands, societal requirements, and student aspirations. They integrate essential coursework, practical teaching and outreach activities, along with creative or scholarly projects involving performance, production, or research.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
All Official Transcripts. Bachelor Degree is required for Admission. TOEFL PBT - 550. TOEFL IBT - 80. IELTS - 6.5.
Writing Sample
A 10- to 15-page research paper demonstrating research ability, including bibliographic citations and/or fieldwork experience. Deadline is Dec 1.
Transcripts
Submit one official transcript from every college or university attended. Transcripts are considered official when mailed by the institution directly to the College of Music at the address below.
Electronic transcripts: MSU accepts e-transcripts only from U.S. schools if sent directly to us by the school. Please send to [email protected].
Curriculum Vitae
To be considered for a fellowship or teaching assistantship, please provide a curriculum vitae that includes all relevant education and professional experience including:
Group teaching experience (where, when, how long, what classes, how many, etc.)
Private teaching experiences (where, when, how long, ages of students)
Previous experience as a graduate assistant
Personal Statement
An 800- to 1000-word personal statement addressing the applicant's research interests, career plans, and research goals. Applicants should also include any additional experience in musicology and discuss what they have done to prepare for their projected work in musicology, specifically how their undergraduate degree has helped them prepare for an advanced degree in musicology. Applicants should mention any proficiency in foreign languages and any relevant overseas experience.
IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT ONLINE SUBMISSIONS: The College of Music prefers to receive personal statements online. Although the MSU Graduate Application also accepts personal and academic statements online, please do not use that application to submit your personal statement. Please use only the College of Music application to submit your personal statement.
Letters of Recommendation
Request letters of recommendation from three individuals familiar with your musical abilities.
Writing Sample
A 10- to 15-page research paper demonstrating research ability, including bibliographic citations and/or fieldwork experience. Deadline is Dec 1.
Transcripts
Submit one official transcript from every college or university attended. Transcripts are considered official when mailed by the institution directly to the College of Music at the address below.
Electronic transcripts: MSU accepts e-transcripts only from U.S. schools if sent directly to us by the school. Please send to [email protected].
Curriculum Vitae
To be considered for a fellowship or teaching assistantship, please provide a curriculum vitae that includes all relevant education and professional experience including:
Group teaching experience (where, when, how long, what classes, how many, etc.)
Private teaching experiences (where, when, how long, ages of students)
Previous experience as a graduate assistant
Personal Statement
An 800- to 1000-word personal statement addressing the applicant's research interests, career plans, and research goals. Applicants should also include any additional experience in musicology and discuss what they have done to prepare for their projected work in musicology, specifically how their undergraduate degree has helped them prepare for an advanced degree in musicology. Applicants should mention any proficiency in foreign languages and any relevant overseas experience.
IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT ONLINE SUBMISSIONS: The College of Music prefers to receive personal statements online. Although the MSU Graduate Application also accepts personal and academic statements online, please do not use that application to submit your personal statement. Please use only the College of Music application to submit your personal statement.
Letters of Recommendation
Request letters of recommendation from three individuals familiar with your musical abilities.
Tuition
USD
30,663