About the course

The master's degree in Jazz Studies consists of advanced training in Jazz Performance and support academic areas vital to the field. Studio and ensemble experiences are combined with rigorous coursework to provide comprehensive training in performance and scholarship. This broad and rigorous program is built on an ideal blend of performance and academic courses taught by an outstanding faculty. Intensive studio training and the proper blend of supportive academic coursework are designed to prompt students to enhance technical expertise while further honing a unique creative/artistic vision. Develop technical expertise and cultivate your artistic vision with a Master of Music in Jazz Studies in Temple’s Boyer College of Music and Dance. Open to instrumental and voice students with a Bachelor of Music degree or its equivalent, graduates of the Jazz Studies MM degree program become accomplished jazz musicians. This 30-credit master’s program is offered on both a part-time and full-time basis. You’ll focus on career development and entrepreneurial techniques to help you meet your professional objectives after completion of the program. 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: 3 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Philadelphia
Fall (August), 2024	Philadelphia
Spring (January), 2025	Philadelphia
Fall (August), 2025	Philadelphia
Spring (January), 2026	Philadelphia

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Temple University

Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A degree in Music is expected.

　　Statement of Goals: Include your special interests within the discipline and expectations for the program.

　　Standardized Test Scores:

　　Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master?s degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:

　　TOEFL iBT: 71, 525 PBT

　　IELTS Academic: 6.5

　　The minimum admissions standard for all graduate students is ordinarily an undergraduate grade point average of B or 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or the functional equivalent for students who have attended universities outside of the United States.

　　Resume: Current resume required.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 71.0

　　

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 Temple University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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