Overview

The School of Music brings a broad array of guest artists, who are leaders in every corner of the profession, to perform on campus.

Features

Whether it’s hosting music festival events and concerts, clinics or guest artist recitals by legendary jazz, studio, orchestral, period and cutting-edge contemporary artists, TCU is a hub for renowned artists.

Brass graduates at Texas Christian University also include music producers, music engineers, arts managers, instructors and private studio owners.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Modal Counterpoint

Musical Structure and Style

Digital Recording

Ensembles

Brass

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Fort Worth, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GRE^®

Required

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

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IELTS

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Other requirements

General requirements

Completed online application to TCU Graduate Studies and the School of Music

Two official transcripts of all college work. Translations must be provided for all international transcripts

Non-refundable application fees will be charged for both the TCU application and the School of Music application

Three current letters of reference from persons qualified to comment on the applicant's academic and/or musical achievement, teaching and/or professional experience, and potential for success in the degree program

A double-spaced typed paper of five pages or more that illustrates the applicant's writing and research skills.

A curriculum vitae is required. This should include a list of concert performances, compositions, publications, and other musical accomplishments

Test scores must be sent to TCU from the testing agency: GRE (composition only) and TOEFL or IELTS (international students)

Tuition Fees

Living costs

Fort Worth

United States

1071 - 1679 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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