MA Music at University of Idaho

Programme overview

Created for experienced musicians, composers and educators, this program is ideal for individuals seeking a professional degree or a strong foundation for doctoral-level study. Train intensively with distinguished faculty who are renowned performers, ensemble artists, conductors, composers and educators. Focus areas include instrumental and vocal performance, original composition, choral leadership, collaborative piano, and keyboard instruction.

Faculty: College of Letters, Arts and Social Sciences | Department: Lionel Hampton School of Music | Duration: 30 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Moscow, ID, United States

Career pathways

Related occupations listed for this programme include Musicians and Singers; Audio and Video Technicians; Elementary School Teachers; Music Directors and Composers; Musical Instrument Repairers and Tuners.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Education level: Bachelor's; GPA: 3.0; GRE: No; TOEFL/IELTS: 79/6.5; Number of references: 3; Other requirements: An audition of representative repertoire. Applicants must also meet University of Idaho College of Graduate Studies admission requirements.

Entry terms: fall (August start), spring (January start) and summer (mid-May start). Fall 2027 applications are open and the university admits on a rolling basis.

Graduate priority dates for full consideration for admission and funding: fall Jan. 15, spring Sept. 1, summer Jan. 15. Domestic deadlines: fall July 30, spring Dec. 1. International deadlines: fall Apr. 15, spring Oct. 1. Programme-specific deadlines take precedence. The online application fee is $50 (non-refundable); GRE only where a programme requires it.

Law (JD): apply through the LSAC portal; the Fall 2027 application opens Sept. 1, 2026 and the final deadline is June 30, 2027. The application fee is $50 (waived through Jan. 15, 2027).

Apply through the official page: https://www.uidaho.edu/graduate-studies/admissions

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