New York City,
NY,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BFA in Jazz and Contemporary Music in New York United States | The New School
The New School
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New York United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
56,026
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The Bachelor of Fine Arts in Jazz and Contemporary Music presents a rigorous yet adaptable curriculum, featuring in-depth study of technical, conceptual, artistic, and historical dimensions within these musical genres. Students select either the Instrumental or Vocal track, developing collaborative, compositional, and improvisational skills while preparing for diverse professional opportunities in the music field.
Additionally, the College of Performing Arts provides master's programs that leverage the combined resources of Mannes, Jazz, and Drama schools, designed for innovative artists whose creative practice transcends conventional disciplines and impacts culture.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Complete the Required Essay
Essay 1
What social issue or construct would you choose to affect change through your study or work at The New School? (200-400 words)
Essay 2
What specific aspects of The New School's academic programs or community drew you to apply? Please pay particular attention to the college and program that you have applied to in your essay. (200-400 words)
Applicants will be invited to schedule their live audition or submit audition recordings once their Common Application has been received.
Letters of Recommendation
First Year Applicants
Applicants applying directly from high school must submit one counselor recommendation and one recommendation from a teacher. The Common Application School Report is also required.
Interviews
All applicants are required to complete a virtual Performing Arts Admission Interview with our faculty. Applicants will be invited to schedule their interview separately from their audition scheduling/submission process after a complete application has been received.
Consider Submitting Standardized Test Scores
The New School does not require submission of SAT or ACT scores and they do not generally play a significant part in our review process.
International Secondary School Requirements
The New School welcomes applicants from all over the world. To be competitive for admission, applicants must be on track to complete required coursework to earn a high school diploma within their home country that qualifies them for university entry. Below are some of the most common international secondary school curriculums that we see students applying from and helpful guidance for each one.
International Baccalaureate (IB): Students can pursue either the IB Diploma Program (DP) or IB Career-related Program (CP). Applicants who are taking individual IB courses as a supplement to a national curriculum are permitted to pursue individual IB courses rather than the DP or CP.
Minimum required scores are:
TOEFL iBT- 79
IELTS - 6.5
Essay 1
What social issue or construct would you choose to affect change through your study or work at The New School? (200-400 words)
Essay 2
What specific aspects of The New School's academic programs or community drew you to apply? Please pay particular attention to the college and program that you have applied to in your essay. (200-400 words)
Applicants will be invited to schedule their live audition or submit audition recordings once their Common Application has been received.
Letters of Recommendation
First Year Applicants
Applicants applying directly from high school must submit one counselor recommendation and one recommendation from a teacher. The Common Application School Report is also required.
Interviews
All applicants are required to complete a virtual Performing Arts Admission Interview with our faculty. Applicants will be invited to schedule their interview separately from their audition scheduling/submission process after a complete application has been received.
Consider Submitting Standardized Test Scores
The New School does not require submission of SAT or ACT scores and they do not generally play a significant part in our review process.
International Secondary School Requirements
The New School welcomes applicants from all over the world. To be competitive for admission, applicants must be on track to complete required coursework to earn a high school diploma within their home country that qualifies them for university entry. Below are some of the most common international secondary school curriculums that we see students applying from and helpful guidance for each one.
International Baccalaureate (IB): Students can pursue either the IB Diploma Program (DP) or IB Career-related Program (CP). Applicants who are taking individual IB courses as a supplement to a national curriculum are permitted to pursue individual IB courses rather than the DP or CP.
Minimum required scores are:
TOEFL iBT- 79
IELTS - 6.5
Tuition
USD
56,026