Overview

Education

Ohio State offers the Doctor of Musical Arts in composition, conducting, performance or voice. Why pursue graduate studies in music at Ohio State?

An outstanding faculty of specialists
An impressive record of accomplishments by our graduates
Access to a world-class music/dance library
A comprehensive, field-based curriculum
Specialized research laboratories
A positive and supportive learning environment
Opportunities to teach undergraduates
Significant podium time
Competitive financial support opportunities

The school is a unit large enough to take advantage of the endless possibilities provided by a world-class university, yet small enough to attend to the individual needs of its students. Founded in the late 1800s, the School of Music offers today's students, faculty and guest artists an innovative place for making exceptional music, stimulating artistic growth, exploring educational methodology, and conducting groundbreaking research. The Music programme is offered by The Ohio State University.

Programme Structure

Specializations include:

DMA in Composition

DMA in Conducting

DMA in Instrumental Performance

DMA in Voice Performance

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-05 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-04-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Columbus, United States

Disciplines

Music View 182 other PhDs in Music in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

GRE^®

Required

GMAT

Required

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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There is an $18 student application fee. (To see if you qualify for an Acceptd® fee waiver, visit Acceptd Support.)

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

13452 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13452 USD per year during 60 months.
National

13452 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13452 USD per year during 60 months.
In-State

13452 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13452 USD per year during 60 months.

Living costs for Columbus

940 - 1520 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Music.

Available Scholarships

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