DeKalb,
IL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Music in Individualized Specialization in Dekalb United States | Northern Illinois University
Northern Illinois University
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Dekalb United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
18,180
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The Master of Music (M.M.) program requires 32 semester hours, including 13 hours of core courses and 19 hours focused on one of three concentrations: music education, music performance, or a customized track. Students can create a personalized specialization by choosing from existing courses, seminars, independent studies, internships, or special projects available both on and off campus. While this tailored program may overlap with other concentrations, it should maintain a unique focus. The individualized track may incorporate interdisciplinary studies that blend music with fields like anthropology, art, business, computer science, dance, theater, electronics, ethnic studies, mental health, or special education, or it may center exclusively on music. Past M.M. students have pursued specialized studies in areas such as music history, theory, composition, world music, jazz, audio recording, and computer music with new media technology.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Normally, a baccalaureate degree in music or a diploma from an accredited conservatory or music school is required for admission to the M.M. program. In special circumstances, applicants whose undergraduate degree is in a field other than music may be admitted to a specific specialization within the M.M. program. Other admission requirements will vary, depending upon the specialization that is selected. An applicant whose native language is not English must present an IELTS score of 6.5 or alternatively, a TOEFL score of at least 80 on the TOEFL ibt. Normally, to be considered for admission, a non-U.S. citizen shall have completed a four-year undergraduate degree. A minimum 2.75 overall gradepoint average (GPA), based on a 4.00 system, in their baccalaureate program or must have completed 15 or more semester hoursof graduate work at an accredited institution with a GPA of 3.20 or higher.
Tuition
USD
18,180