The MA in Music Degree
The Penn State School of Music offers a two-year Master of Arts in Music degree with tracks in Musicology, Music Theory, and Integrative Music Theory and History. Students benefit from an internationally renowned faculty, individualized attention, small class sizes, pedagogical training, and all the resources of a Research 1 university. Graduates of our program are prepared to enter top doctoral programs in the field or pursue a range of professional careers. A number of teaching assistantships (including a full-tuition waiver and stipend) are available each year on a competitive basis.
The School of Music
As a graduate student in the Penn State School of Music, you’ll get the best of both worlds. You’ll have plenty of one-on-one interaction with faculty members and fellow graduate students through seminars, thesis work, and teaching opportunities. But you’ll also be a member of the wider Penn State community. That means you’ll have access to all the benefits of our flagship University Park campus, including its top 10 research library, the Center for the Performing Arts, and a wealth of events and activities.
We believe that the Penn State School of Music is an outstanding place to learn and grow. Our facilities include a 420-seat vineyard-style recital hall that has received numerous architectural awards. We are proud to produce over 400 concerts a year, and we regularly host masterclasses and guest lectures. MA students often choose to supplement their academic studies by performing in one of our ensembles.