What will I learn?

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, music technology, and the performance of works by others as well as a broad understanding of and appreciation for the art of music. Students also gain skills in critical thinking.

Which department am I in?

College-Conservatory of Music

Study options

Full Time (8 Semesters)

Tuition fees

$30,158.00 (25,44,549) per year

Health Insurance - $2,679.07

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

January 2027

Venue

Uptown West Campus

2600 Clifton Avenue,

Cincinnati,

Ohio,

45221, Midwest, United States

Full Time (8 Semesters)

Tuition fees

$30,310.00 (25,57,374) per year

Health Insurance - $2521

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

August 2027

Venue

Uptown West Campus

2600 Clifton Avenue,

Cincinnati,

Ohio,

45221, Midwest, United States

Entry requirements

For international students

Graduation from an accredited high school, generally in the top one-third of the graduating class. An official high school transcript must be submitted.CCM's admissions process begins on August 1 for entrance in the following year's fall semester. Applicants are encouraged to submit their pre-screening materials by November 1, but all application materials and pre-screening submissions must be received by December 1 (admissions application) and December 3 (pre-screening).English Proficiency

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.