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    Master of Music in Composition

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    Coral Gables, USMMIn-person2 years
    $84,576.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    47%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    32
    Credits
    $100.00
    App fee

    Master of Music in Composition at University of Miami is a 32-credit, 2-year, in-person MM program based in Coral Gables, US. Tuition is $84,576.

    About the program

    The program requires composition lessons, courses in music technology and theory, and a thesis consisting of a major compositional work.

    Focus: research

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    TOEFL
    required
    Min Test scores are required for international applicants whose native language is not English and who have not received a degree from an accredited English-speaking institution.
    IELTS
    required
    Min Test scores are required for international applicants whose native language is not English and who have not received a degree from an accredited English-speaking institution. (TOEFL/IELTS)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $41,080.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Music in Composition at University of Miami cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Music in Composition at University of Miami is $84,576 across 32 required credits.
    Is Master of Music in Composition at University of Miami online or in-person?
    Master of Music in Composition at University of Miami is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Music in Composition at University of Miami take to complete?
    Master of Music in Composition at University of Miami is structured around 2 years and 32 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Music in Composition at University of Miami?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 cumulative GPA
    How competitive is Master of Music in Composition at University of Miami?
    Master of Music in Composition at University of Miami reports an acceptance rate of approximately 47%.