The Composition and Music Technology program at Northwestern University is a leading, innovative program featuring internationally acclaimed faculty whose compositions are performed globally by top orchestras, chamber groups, and soloists. The curriculum emphasizes originality, technical mastery, and integration of advanced music technology, preparing students for diverse careers in composition, production, and research.

  • Evanston, Illinois, United States
  • 4 years
  • On Campus
  • ₹59,61,616/Year

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Program Overview

The Composition and Music Technology program at Northwestern University is a leading, innovative program featuring internationally acclaimed faculty whose compositions are performed globally by top orchestras, chamber groups, and soloists. The curriculum emphasizes originality, technical mastery, and integration of advanced music technology, preparing students for diverse careers in composition, production, and research.

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Class Size

400 Students

Key Features

Specializations Available

AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction

Research Opportunities

Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships

Admission Requirements

No Admission Requirement Available.

Key Dates

Application Start time & Deadline

Starting 2026-09-01

Apply before 2026-01-01

Program Start

Sep-26

Programme Structure

Curriculum: The school’s Michael Ludwig Nemmers Prize in Music Composition provides a special dimension to the program, as prizewinners—thus far John Adams, Oliver Knussen, Kaija Saariaho, John Luther Adams, Aaron Jay Kernis, Esa-Pekka Salonen, Steve Reich, Jennifer Higdon, and William Bolcom—spend two to three weeks on campus, closely interacting with students and faculty.

Program Highlights

  • Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
  • Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
  • Expert faculty with industry experience
  • Career support and placement assistance

Academic Requirements

No academic requirements found.

English Language Requirements

No English language requirements found.

Additional Requirements

    Applicants must submit a completed Common Application or Apply Coalition with Scoir, an official secondary school transcript and report, at least one teacher recommendation, a counselor recommendation, and standardized test scores (SAT or ACT). Proof of English language proficiency is also required. Additional requirements may include a personal statement, portfolio, or audition, depending on specific program criteria.

Course Fees

₹59,61,616/Year
Annual Fee

4 years
Total Duration

Living Costs

    No Living costs available.

University Scholarships

No University Scholarships Available

External Scholarships

Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship

N/A

Amount

1250 USD

Deadline

Not specified

Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program

N/A

Amount

Various benefits

Deadline

Not specified

Master's Scholarship

N/A

Amount

Various benefits

Deadline

Not specified

Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship

N/A

Amount

2000 USD

Deadline

15 Apr 2025

Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History

N/A

Amount

300 EUR

Deadline

Anytime

Eligibility Requirements

    No Eligibility Requirements Available

Application Process

    No Application Steps Available

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