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    Master of Music in Music Technology

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    New York, USMMIn-person2 years
    STEM-OPT
    $94,520.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    70%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    40
    Cohort
    students
    45
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Master of Music in Music Technology at New York University is a 45-credit, 2-year, in-person MM program based in New York, US. Tuition is $94,520 and the program is STEM-OPT eligible for international students.

    About the program

    Program covers advanced musical acoustics, computer music composition, digital signal theory, digital audio processing, and electives with a required performance class and master's thesis. Focus areas include recording and production, game audio, acoustics and signal processing, music perception and cognition, electronic and computer music, or screen scoring.

    Focus: both
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Jan 15, 2027

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Successful candidates score a 100 (original TOEFL iBT scoring) or 5 (new TOEFL iBT scoring starting January 21, 2026).
    IELTS
    required
    Min Successful candidates achieve a band score of 7.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US), eligible for 24 months STEM OPT extension

    $38,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Music in Music Technology at New York University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Music in Music Technology at New York University is $94,520 across 45 required credits.
    Is Master of Music in Music Technology at New York University online or in-person?
    Master of Music in Music Technology at New York University is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Music in Music Technology at New York University take to complete?
    Master of Music in Music Technology at New York University is structured around 2 years and 45 credits.
    Is Master of Music in Music Technology at New York University STEM-OPT eligible?
    Yes - Master of Music in Music Technology at New York University is STEM-OPT designated, allowing international graduates to extend their post-completion OPT for up to 36 months total.
    How competitive is Master of Music in Music Technology at New York University?
    Master of Music in Music Technology at New York University reports an acceptance rate of approximately 70%.