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  4. Bachelor of Music in Composition

Bachelor of Music in Composition

4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

University of Cincinnati

Program Overview

Composing is the act of creating original music. It draws upon both intuitive and intellectual talents, challenging the student to write music of value to performers, audiences and other composers. A degree in music composition prepares the student for a career as a composer in musical genres of his/her choice and talent orientation. It also provides skills for the preparation of scores, the performance of works by others as well as a broad understanding of and appreciation for the art of music.

Program Key Stats

$28754 (Annual cost)



87.7 %

Eligibility Criteria

2.8
30
85

1150
6.5
79

Additional Information & Requirements

Official high school transcripts, Common Application School Report, Letter of recommendation, The Common Application including writing prompts and information specific to UC, Test scores: ACT, SAT, IELTS, TOEFL.

Career Options

  • The successful composer brings talent
  • creative imagination
  • competency
  • theoretical and historical knowledge
  • desire and determination to achieve his/her goals
  • Ability to work both alone and collaboratively is important
  • The university setting offers myriad educational opportunities in acoustic and electronic realms
  • as well as opportunities to interact with similarly talented students

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