Overview

This Piano Performance program is for individuals interested in continuing their studies in piano performance and music theory, history, and analysis in order to teach at the university level.

Degree requirements include a comprehensive examination, three memorized solo recitals, two recitals of chamber music, and a lecture-recital. Participation in one of the school’s numerous ensembles is also required.

The piano performance faculty includes distinguished artists and pedagogues whose experiences span national and international stages and universities.

Outcomes

Armed with sufficient knowledge in the literature of the instrument and the discipline of music as a whole, graduates of this program at Pennsylvania State University are prepared to teach both undergraduate and graduate students.

Programme Structure

Courses offered in this program include:

Piano: Secondary
Organ: Secondary
Piano: Performance
Music Theory
Music History

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

University Park, United States

Disciplines

Music Performance View 67 other PhDs in Music Performance in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

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Other requirements

General requirements

The School of Music requires the completion of a recognized baccalaureate degree in music or music education, with a junior/senior grade-point average of 3.00 or higher (on a 4.00 scale).
Admission to the D.M.A. (major in piano performance) requires an audition in person or by video recording of an extensive memorized program; students admitted to this program must perform musically at least at the level required to complete the degree Master of Music at Penn State, and must show potential ability to perform professionally.
Additional requirements include an interview in person or by interactive video to assess language skills.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

58500 USD / full

≈ 58500 USD / full
Out-of-State

58500 USD / full

≈ 58500 USD / full
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

32460 USD / full

≈ 32460 USD / full

Living costs

University Park

United States

1000 - 1500 USD / month

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