Overview

The Music programme at Stanford University provides a sophisticated platform for students to engage with the multifaceted world of musical arts. This curriculum is designed to foster both creative expression and intellectual enquiry within a premier research environment.

Why Music at Stanford University?

Students benefit from the exceptional resources available within the School of Humanities and Sciences. The department emphasises a balanced approach to musical education, ensuring that graduates possess a deep understanding of cultural contexts alongside technical proficiency. This academic rigour prepares individuals for various professional pathways.

The learning experience is enriched by the university's commitment to excellence in the arts.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 21180 per semester
National fee: USD 21180 per semester
Local fee: USD 13240 per semester

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

Music composition
Conducting
Instrumental and vocal performance
Music history
Ethnomusicology
Music theory
Music, science, and technology
Computer-based music and acoustics
Intermedia and sound art
Music perception and cognition

Careers with Music

Graduates from this programme are prepared for careers in performance, composition, and music production, as well as roles in research, education, and the music technology sector. Opportunities include positions in orchestras, media and entertainment industries, and interdisciplinary fields combining music with technology, science, and digital arts.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Musical Genius: Exemplars in the History of Organized Sound
Music, Mind, and Human Behavior
Indian Classical Music
The Symphony

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-10 00:00:00

More details

All MA/MST application components are due by the second Tuesday in December

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

45 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Stanford, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

A minimum of 45 academic units is required for a master's degree in Music. At least half of those units must in courses with the career GR code in the Bulletin; all must be at the 100-level or higher.

No course used to fulfill degree requirements for the BA in Music may be used to fulfill degree requirements for a graduate degree in Music, unless specifically required for both degrees.

Only work that receives a grade of 'A,' 'B,' or 'S' (a passing grade in an instructor-mandated credit/no credit course) in Music courses numbered 100 or higher taken as a graduate student is recognized as fulfilling the advanced-degree requirements.

Courses numbered 100 or higher taken as electives in other departments may be taken for credit or letter grade.

The expectation is that a student will be able to complete the required 45 units of coursework by the end of their second year.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

42360 USD / year

≈ 42360 USD / year
Out-of-State

42360 USD / year

≈ 42360 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

42360 USD / year

≈ 42360 USD / year

Additional Details

per quarter

Living costs

Stanford

United States

1100 - 1600 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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