Music - Instrumental
Carbondale, Illinois, United States
The Music - Instrumental program at Southern Illinois University is a highly specialized, professional degree focused on developing advanced instrumental skills, comprehensive music history, and analytical techniques. The curriculum emphasizes performance mastery, theoretical understanding, and contextual knowledge, with specialized courses in your chosen instrument or area of focus scheduled in the later semesters. Successful completion requires passing a rigorous ten-minute juried performance, known as the Upper Divisional Exam, evaluated by faculty, typically at the end of the sophomore spring semester. Passing this exam ensures progression in the program; failure allows for re-performance or choosing an alternative specialization such as Music Business or Open Studies.
- Carbondale, Illinois, United States
- 4 years
- On Campus
- ₹8,55,565/Year
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Program Overview
The Music - Instrumental program at Southern Illinois University is a highly specialized, professional degree focused on developing advanced instrumental skills, comprehensive music history, and analytical techniques. The curriculum emphasizes performance mastery, theoretical understanding, and contextual knowledge, with specialized courses in your chosen instrument or area of focus scheduled in the later semesters. Successful completion requires passing a rigorous ten-minute juried performance, known as the Upper Divisional Exam, evaluated by faculty, typically at the end of the sophomore spring semester. Passing this exam ensures progression in the program; failure allows for re-performance or choosing an alternative specialization such as Music Business or Open Studies.
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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
IELTS
6.0
Key Dates
Application Start time & Deadline
Starting 2026-08-01
Apply before 2125-04-18
Program Start
Unknown
Programme Structure
Courses include:Aural SkillsHarmonyApplied MusicPep BandJazz CombosPiano ClassVoice Class
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
IELTS
6.0
Overall ScoreAdditional Requirements
Applicants must meet the university's general undergraduate admission criteria, which include submitting an online application with a $40 fee, providing high school and/or college transcripts, demonstrating English proficiency, and submitting a financial statement showing a minimum of $40,000 within the last six months. For freshmen, fewer than 26 college credits are required; transfer students must have more than 26 credits. SAT scores are not mandatory unless applying for merit-based scholarships. International applicants should review specific visa and documentation requirements to ensure eligibility.
Course Fees
₹8,55,565/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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