About the course

The Master of Music with a Concentration in Ethnomusicology (MM) is a flexible program that provides graduate level study in the history and culture of popular, traditional, and art repertoires with possible research in areas concerning border music, Latin America, the Caribbean, the African Diaspora, and more. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

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

　　Duration: 4 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Edinburg
Summer (June), 2024	Edinburg
Fall (August), 2024	Edinburg
Spring (January), 2025	Edinburg
Summer (June), 2025	Edinburg
Fall (August), 2025	Edinburg
Spring (January), 2026	Edinburg
Summer (June), 2026	Edinburg

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Texas - Rio Grande Valley

To be admitted to the graduate program in music, prospective candidates must first meet all requirements for graduate admission to UT Rio Grande Valley, as well as the other requirements listed below:

　　Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution in the United States or a recognized international equivalent in a similar or related field.

　　Undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0 in the last 60 semester credit hours.

　　Three letters of recommendation from professional or academic sources.

　　Letter of intent detailing reasons for pursuing the graduate degree.

　　Submission of an essay on professional goals

　　Resume including educational background and work experience.

　　Personal interview

　　A writing sample on a topic in music research.

　　Any students seeking a degree in Ethnomusicology must take diagnostic exams to measure proficiency in Spanish and English. Deficiency in either of these areas will require additional course work.

　　IELTS ? 6.5

　　TOFEL ibt ? 79

　　TOFEL pbt ? 550

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Texas - Rio Grande Valley. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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