Berkeley,
CA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Music in Berkeley United States | University of California, Berkeley
University of California, Berkeley
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Berkeley United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
27,366
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Berkeley's Department of Music stands as one of the nation's most distinguished and long-established programs, uniting acclaimed composers, researchers, and musicians. Its graduate program consistently ranks among the country's elite. Students can pursue MA/PhD or PhD degrees (for those holding a master's) in either composition or academic research, with specialization options in musicology or ethnomusicology. Notably, the department does not provide a standalone MA program. The curriculum ensures students develop deep expertise in their chosen field while fostering independent thinking and creativity. Participants enjoy the flexibility to investigate interdisciplinary connections both within music studies and across the university's broader academic offerings. Alumni hold influential positions at prestigious music organizations worldwide.
Financial assistance includes fellowships and teaching positions, with standard support covering full tuition plus a minimum annual income of $30,000 guaranteed for five years (MA/PhD) or four years (PhD), including summer funding. Students may apply for supplementary grants to support summer research and academic travel.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
The following minimum requirements apply to all graduate programs and will be verified by the Graduate Division:
A bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent from an accredited institution,
A grade point average of B or better (3.0),
If the applicant comes from a country or political entity (e.g., Quebec) where English is not the official language, adequate proficiency in English to do graduate work, as evidenced by a TOEFL score of at least 90 on the iBT test, 570 on the paper-and-pencil test, or an IELTS Band score of at least 7 on a 9-point scale (note that individual programs may set higher levels for any of these), and
Sufficient undergraduate training to do graduate work in the given field. Transcripts: Applicants may upload unofficial transcripts with your application for the departmental initial review. If the applicant is admitted, then official transcripts of all college-level work will be required. Letters of recommendation: Applicants may request online letters of recommendation through the online application system. Hard copies of recommendation letters must be sent directly to the program, not the Graduate Division. An audition is not required. Applicants who would like to visit the department should contact faculty members in their field of interest directly.
A bachelor's degree or recognized equivalent from an accredited institution,
A grade point average of B or better (3.0),
If the applicant comes from a country or political entity (e.g., Quebec) where English is not the official language, adequate proficiency in English to do graduate work, as evidenced by a TOEFL score of at least 90 on the iBT test, 570 on the paper-and-pencil test, or an IELTS Band score of at least 7 on a 9-point scale (note that individual programs may set higher levels for any of these), and
Sufficient undergraduate training to do graduate work in the given field. Transcripts: Applicants may upload unofficial transcripts with your application for the departmental initial review. If the applicant is admitted, then official transcripts of all college-level work will be required. Letters of recommendation: Applicants may request online letters of recommendation through the online application system. Hard copies of recommendation letters must be sent directly to the program, not the Graduate Division. An audition is not required. Applicants who would like to visit the department should contact faculty members in their field of interest directly.
Tuition
USD
27,366