M.M. in Music

Application Fees : US$ 70

Postgraduate Admissions:

• A minimum undergraduate degree with a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 60% or higher.
   
• English Language Proficiency: International students must demonstrate English language proficiency by achieving satisfactory scores in one of the following standardized tests:
  • IELTS: Minimum score of 6.5 overall.
  • TOEFL: Minimum score of 80 on the internet-based test (iBT).
  • PTE: Minimum score of 55.
  • DET (Duolingo English Test): Minimum score of 105.
     
• WES Evaluation Required.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission to specific programs at CSULA. Some programs may have additional requirements or criteria, such as a portfolio review or an interview. CSULA encourages international students to apply early and submit all required documents by the specified deadlines. 

California State University, Los Angeles (CSULA) provides several scholarship opportunities for international students to support their educational journey. These scholarships recognize academic achievement, leadership potential, and contributions to the university community. 

1. International Eagle Scholarship: The International Eagle Scholarship is designed for undergraduate and graduate international students who demonstrate academic excellence. The scholarship amount varies and is renewable based on maintaining a specified GPA. Eligible students must have completed at least one semester at CSULA.

2. President's Scholarship: The President's Scholarship is a prestigious award offered to outstanding international undergraduate students. It covers full tuition and fees for up to four years of study. Recipients are selected based on academic achievement, leadership potential, and extracurricular involvement.

3. Graduate Equity Fellowship: The Graduate Equity Fellowship provides financial assistance to international graduate students who come from disadvantaged backgrounds or groups underrepresented in higher education. The fellowship supports full-time enrollment and offers a stipend to cover living expenses.

4. CSU Trustees' Award for Outstanding Achievement: The CSU Trustees' Award for Outstanding Achievement is a system-wide scholarship program that recognizes exceptional undergraduate students across the California State University system. International students who meet the eligibility criteria, including academic achievement and community service, can apply for this competitive scholarship.

5. College-Specific Scholarships: CSULA's colleges and departments also offer discipline-specific scholarships for international students. These scholarships may be based on academic merit, field of study, or specific criteria set by the respective college or department.

It is important to note that scholarship availability, criteria, and application deadlines may vary.

Graduates of the M.M. in Music program at CSULA have diverse career opportunities in the field of music.  

1. Performing Musicians: Graduates can pursue careers as performing musicians, either as soloists or members of professional ensembles, orchestras, or choirs. They can perform in concert halls, opera houses, theaters, or as recording artists in the music industry.

2. Educators: Graduates can work as music educators in schools, colleges, or universities. They can teach instrumental or vocal lessons, direct ensembles, or teach music theory and history. They may also pursue positions as private music instructors.

3. Music Directors and Conductors: Graduates with a specialization in conducting can pursue careers as music directors or conductors of orchestras, choirs, or bands. They can lead rehearsals, plan and conduct performances, and shape the artistic direction of musical groups.

4. Composers and Arrangers: Graduates with a specialization in composition can pursue careers as composers or arrangers. They can create original music for various mediums, such as film, television, theater, or concert performances. They may also work on commissioned pieces or collaborate with other artists.

5. Music Technology Specialists: Graduates with expertise in music technology can find opportunities in the fields of recording, sound design, and music production. They can work as audio engineers, sound designers, or producers in recording studios, post-production facilities, or the entertainment industry.

6. Music Administrators: Graduates can work in music administration roles in arts organizations, concert venues, or educational institutions. They can contribute to event planning, marketing, fundraising, artist management, or concert production.

7. Music Therapy: Graduates can explore careers in music therapy, using music as a therapeutic tool to assist individuals with mental, emotional, or physical health needs. They can work in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, or private practice, helping clients achieve therapeutic goals through music interventions.

8. Arts Entrepreneurship: Graduates can pursue entrepreneurial ventures in the music industry, establishing their own music schools, recording labels, artist management companies, or concert production companies. They can use their creative and business skills to create innovative music-related projects and initiatives.

9. Music Research and Scholarship: Graduates interested in research and academia can pursue further studies at the doctoral level and contribute to the field of music through scholarly research and publication. They can work as music researchers, musicologists, or music historians, contributing to the understanding and preservation of music.

10. Arts Advocacy and Non-profit Organizations: Graduates can work in arts advocacy organizations or non-profit music organizations, promoting the value of music and advocating for music education and access for all. They can contribute to community outreach programs, music festivals, or arts councils.

11. Media and Entertainment Industry: Graduates with knowledge of music production, composition, or music technology can find opportunities in the media and entertainment industry. They can work in film, television, advertising, or gaming, creating music for visual media and enhancing storytelling through sound.

12. Further Study and Teaching: Graduates interested in furthering their academic pursuits can pursue a Ph.D. in Music or related fields and become professors, researchers, or scholars in universities or colleges. They can teach music theory, music history, ethnomusicology, or specialized courses in their area of expertise.