Macomb,
IL,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Bachelor of Music - Composition in Chicago United States | Western Illinois University
Western Illinois University
|
Chicago United States
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
14,702
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
At Western Illinois University, Music Composition majors can explore theory, analysis, and diverse compositional methods and styles. Their studies include coursework, composition seminars, and weekly instruction with faculty composers Hong-Da Chin and James Romig. The program organizes two yearly events—ElectroAcoustic Music Macomb in autumn and the New Music Festival in spring—offering students chances to experience contemporary works and engage with visiting composers and performers nationwide.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Hold a credential that is comparable to a U.S. high school diploma
Have a grade point average of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. All marks and scores will be converted to a 4.0 grading scale.
Official high school (secondary school) exams, transcripts, or individual mark sheets sent from the school to International Admissions. If these documents are not in English, an official word for word English translation must be submitted with the original documents.International students seeking admission into the School of Music must have the following scores in English proficiency tests: IBT TOEFL 79 or paper TOEFL 550 or IELTS 6.5. PTE - 53
Have a grade point average of at least 2.5 on a 4.0 scale. All marks and scores will be converted to a 4.0 grading scale.
Official high school (secondary school) exams, transcripts, or individual mark sheets sent from the school to International Admissions. If these documents are not in English, an official word for word English translation must be submitted with the original documents.International students seeking admission into the School of Music must have the following scores in English proficiency tests: IBT TOEFL 79 or paper TOEFL 550 or IELTS 6.5. PTE - 53
Tuition
USD
14,702