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    Master of Music in Performance

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    Ann Arbor, USMMIn-person2 years
    $62,168.00
    Tuition
    over 24mo
    26%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    30
    Credits
    $45.00
    App fee

    Master of Music in Performance at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is a 30-credit, 2-year, in-person MM program based in Ann Arbor, US. Tuition is $62,168.

    About the program

    The program focuses on advanced performance skills in various instruments and voice, requiring a recital for master's students.

    Focus: both
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2027
    Dec 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min 88 for masters degree and specialist degree applicants
    IELTS
    required
    Min 6.5 for undergraduate, masters degree, and specialist degree applicants

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US)

    $26,485.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Master of Music in Performance at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Master of Music in Performance at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is $62,168 across 30 required credits.
    Is Master of Music in Performance at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor online or in-person?
    Master of Music in Performance at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is offered in-person.
    How long does Master of Music in Performance at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor take to complete?
    Master of Music in Performance at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor is structured around 2 years and 30 credits.
    What GPA is required for Master of Music in Performance at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 (where A=4.0), or a grade point average of at least 3.2 for the final two years of undergraduate study
    How competitive is Master of Music in Performance at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor?
    Master of Music in Performance at University of Michigan-Ann Arbor reports an acceptance rate of approximately 26%.