M.M. in Musicology

Application Fees : US$ 130

1. Academic Qualifications:

   • Applicants must have completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
   • A minimum academic achievement of 65% or above in the previous qualifying degree is generally required. Some programs may have higher academic requirements, such as competitive programs in engineering or business.
      

2. English Language Proficiency: The accepted English language proficiency tests at UC are:

   • DET (Duolingo English Test): Minimum score of 110.
   • PTE Academic: Minimum score of 68.
   • TOEFL: Internet-based test (iBT) score of 80 or higher.
   • IELTS: Overall band score of 6.5 or higher, with no individual band score below 6.0.
   • It's important to note that the English language proficiency requirement may vary based on the program. Some programs may have higher minimum score requirements.
      

3. Credential Evaluation: International applicants are typically required to submit a credential evaluation from a recognized evaluation service, such as NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) or WES (World Education Services)

It is important for prospective international postgraduate students to review the specific admission requirements of their intended program at UC, as requirements may vary between programs. 

The University of Cincinnati (UC) offers a range of scholarships to international students to support their academic journey. These scholarships recognize academic achievement, leadership potential, and contributions to the community.

1. Global Scholarship: The Global Scholarship is a prestigious merit-based scholarship offered to incoming international undergraduate students. It provides partial tuition coverage for up to four years of study at UC. Selection is highly competitive, and students are evaluated based on their academic achievements, leadership qualities, and extracurricular involvement.

2. UC Global Scholarship Plus: The UC Global Scholarship Plus is an enhanced scholarship program that combines the Global Scholarship with additional funding. This provides greater financial support to international undergraduate students, covering a larger portion of their tuition expenses.

3. UC International Excellence Award: The UC International Excellence Award is a merit-based scholarship available to outstanding international undergraduate students. It recognizes academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to making a positive impact. Recipients of this award receive financial support towards their tuition costs.

4. Graduate Student Scholarships: UC offers various scholarships and assistantship opportunities to international graduate students. These scholarships may cover tuition expenses, provide stipends, or offer research or teaching assistant positions. Graduate students are encouraged to explore specific scholarships and assistantship opportunities within their respective departments or programs.

5. Country-Specific Scholarships: UC may offer scholarships specifically tailored to students from certain countries or regions. These scholarships may be based on academic achievement, financial need, or specific criteria set by donors or sponsoring organizations. Prospective international students are advised to check with the university's financial aid office or international admissions office for country-specific scholarship opportunities.

It's important to note that scholarship availability, criteria, and application processes may vary from year to year. 

Graduates emerge with advanced research skills, a deep understanding of music history, and the ability to critically analyze and interpret music within its cultural context. With diverse career prospects in musicology, academia, museum curation, and music journalism, graduates are prepared to make significant contributions to the field of musicology and pursue successful careers in various music-related industries.

1. Musicologist: Graduates of the M.M. in Musicology program can pursue careers as musicologists, conducting research, and writing about music history, theory, and cultural aspects of music.

2. College Music Faculty: Graduates may become college music faculty, teaching musicology courses at the undergraduate level and contributing to the academic development of future musicologists and musicians.

3. Museum Curator: Some graduates may choose careers as museum curators, working with music collections in museums, archives, or cultural institutions.

4. Music Critic and Journalist: Graduates with strong analytical and writing skills may work as music critics or journalists, contributing to music publications, newspapers, or online platforms.

5. Music Librarian: Graduates interested in music library science may pursue careers as music librarians, managing music collections in libraries and research institutions.

6. Music Researcher: Graduates can work as music researchers for research organizations or universities, conducting studies that contribute to the field of musicology.

7. Music Education and Outreach: Some graduates may choose careers in music education and outreach, working with cultural organizations or educational institutions to promote music appreciation and understanding.

8. Doctoral Studies: The M.M. in Musicology program prepares graduates for further academic pursuits, allowing them to pursue doctoral studies in musicology or related fields, leading to careers in academia and research.