Overview

The Performance degree at West Virginia University may be taken in performance and literature (with specialization in piano, collaborative piano, voice, vocal pedagogy, percussion, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, horn, trumpet, trombone, tuba, low brass, violin, viola, cello, double bass, conducting) or in composition.

Features

Historical and theoretical knowledge sufficient to support individualized interpretations for performers and original creative work for composers is expected, as are writing and speaking skills needed to communicate clearly and effectively.

To assist the student in achieving these objectives, the course of study includes requirements in performance or composition, academic coursework and research.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Artist Representation

Recording Production

Live Music Production

Music Industry Project

Keyboard Performance and Pedagogy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-03-01 00:00:00
Starting 2026-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.75

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Audition

Masters Degree Required

Résumé /CV

Statement of Purpose

Tuition Fee

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International

26892 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13446 USD per semester during 60 months.
National

26892 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13446 USD per semester during 60 months.
In-State

9540 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4770 USD per semester during 60 months.

Living costs for Morgantown

775 - 1290 USD /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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