Music Composition: MMus
Program Information
PROGRAM NAME
Music Composition
PROGRAM LEVEL
Master of Music (MMus)
COLLEGE/SCHOOL AFFILIATION
School of Music and Dance
PROGRAM WEBSITE
ADMISSIONS INFORMATION
FINAL DEADLINE
Fall Term: December 10
MEDIAN TIME TO DEGREE
2.7 years
CAMPUS
Eugene
Program Description
At the core of the School of Music and Dance’s composition program is a thriving artistic community of approximately 45 undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral composers.
The program’s comprehensive approach integrates compositional studies with theory, history, ethnomusicology, intermedia technology, contemporary performance practice, multimedia collaboration, and an intensive career development seminar.
A diverse yet focused curriculum prepares each student for a future as a professional composer.
Application at a Glance
You apply for admission through your program. Detailed instructions are available on the program’s website.
UO Application Requirements
- Official Transcripts
- English Language Proficiency Requirement for International Applicants
- Financial Verification for International Applicants
Program-Specific Application Requirements
Required
- Audio or video recordings of composition
- Evidence of live performance of your works
- Letters of Recommendation
- List of compositions and performances of compositions
- Portfolio
- Resume
- Score of original works for large and small ensembles
- Statement of Purpose
- Writing Sample
Optional
- An interview with a member of the composition faculty can be arranged at the request of the applicant
Not Required
- GMAT or GRE
Music Composition: PhD
Program Information
PROGRAM NAME
Music Composition
PROGRAM LEVEL
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
COLLEGE/SCHOOL AFFILIATION
School of Music and Dance
PROGRAM WEBSITE
ADMISSIONS INFORMATION
FINAL DEADLINE
Fall Term: December 10
MEDIAN TIME TO DEGREE
4.2 years
CAMPUS
Eugene
Program Description
At the core of the School of Music and Dance’s composition program is a thriving artistic community of approximately 45 undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral composers.
The program’s comprehensive approach integrates compositional studies with theory, history, ethnomusicology, intermedia technology, contemporary performance practice, multimedia collaboration, and an intensive career development seminar.
A diverse yet focused curriculum prepares each student for a future as a professional composer.
Application at a Glance
You apply for admission through your program. This program has two separate applications, the University of Oregon application and a department application. Detailed instructions are available on the program’s website.
UO Application Requirements
- Official Transcripts
- English Language Proficiency Requirement for International Applicants
- Financial Verification for International Applicants
Program-Specific Application Requirements
Required
- Audio or video recordings of composition
- Evidence of live performance of your works
- Higher TOEFL/IELTS than UO minimums
- Letters of Recommendation
- List of compositions and performances of compositions
- Portfolio
- Resume
- Scores of original works for large and small ensembles
- Statement of Purpose
- Writing Sample
Optional
- An interview with a member of the composition faculty can be arranged at the request of the applicant
Not Required
- GMAT or GRE