About the course

The Master of Arts in Musical Theater Studies is designed for graduate students to continue their education and practice in the disciplines of acting, music, and dance/movement in preparation for careers in education, performance, production, or direction. The Center for the Performing and Cinematic Arts, comprised of constituent faculty and programs within the Department of Theater in collaboration with sister faculty and programs in the Boyer College of Music and Dance, is ideally suited to offer such a progressive degree opportunity. Both faculties are professionally experienced in musical theater as performers, directors, designers, musicians, and administrators, all notable and proven teachers with enviable records of success both professionally and academically. Historically, students wanting to pursue a graduate musical theater degree in the United States had to choose between a Master of Fine Arts and a Master of Music, given that master's degree programs in musical theater were rare. Today, Temple University’s M.A. in Musical Theater Studies is the only M.A. in Musical Theater Studies with a curriculum that combines classroom study with practical training in musical theater performance, including acting, directing, choreographing, and educating equally in all areas of musical theater production and performance. The curriculum reflects current institutional trends supporting interdisciplinary study in the performing arts.

　　Develop advanced skills in acting, dance, movement and music with the Master of Arts in Musical Theater Studies in Temple’s School of Theater, Film and Media Arts. This 30-credit, one-year master’s degree emphasizes hands-on learning and instruction to prepare graduates for careers in education, performance or production in musical theater. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	Philadelphia
Fall (August), 2025	Philadelphia

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Temple University

Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: All applicants must present credentials that are the equivalent of the appropriate baccalaureate degree at Temple University.

　　Statement of Goals: In approximately 500 words, explain your personal interests, your educational aims, and your professional goals, along with relevant biographical information.

　　TOEFL: 100 iBT or 600 PBT minimum. IELTS Academic: 7.0

　　A minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale is ordinarily required for admissions consideration.

　　Official Transcripts: Submit official transcripts reflecting a bachelor’s degree.

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0

　　

Application deadline:

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