Overview

The Piano program at Texas Christian University leading to the degree is designed to prepare musician-scholars for careers as creative artists and teachers at institutions of higher learning. Enrollment in the doctoral program is carefully monitored toward the goal of remaining highly selective and relatively small.

Features

Prospective DMA students must demonstrate the potential for both artistry and scholarship on the highest levels.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Keyboard Literature I Pre-Baroque through Classical

Form and Analysis

Functional Piano

Advanced Ear Training

Advanced Theory

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

Music Performance View 65 other PhDs in Music Performance in United States

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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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Overview

Features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

Living costs

Fort Worth

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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