Doctor of Musical Arts

The Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) degree program is designed to develop the complete musician, emphasizing both the highest level of musicianship and practical scholarly insight. Each curriculum is intended to prepare the respective candidate for a career at the most advanced level of performance, teaching, or composition. Completion of the DMA usually takes a minimum of two full years beyond the master's degree. The first year should be spent in residence, implying full-time status with a minimum course load of 9 credits per semester. One summer session prior to residence is permitted. Doctor of Musical Arts programs must be completed within seven years from the date of matriculation. The DMA consists of an area of concentration and an elective minor area.

Applicants must exhibit high scholarly ability and have a broad musical and educational background as well as the appropriate master's degree from an accredited institution or from a comparable foreign school. Applicants are expected to demonstrate advanced technical and artistic ability.