Master in Applied Music Bs

The application deadline for the Sep 2026 intake is Aug 31, 2026, and tuition fees are 29,784 USD per year.

Participating as a performer, volunteer, or intern at the annual Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival—a four-day event that draws renowned international jazz artists to the University of Idaho—is just one way you will immerse yourself in the vibrant musical culture of the Lionel Hampton School of Music. This interdisciplinary Bachelor of Science in Applied Music is designed for students who are passionate about refining their artistry while maintaining a broader academic focus in the humanities and sciences. It is an ideal path for those looking to synthesize their musical training with a secondary field of study.

Hands-on Artistic Development

The program emphasizes a balance between intensive music study and a rigorous liberal arts foundation. You will engage in:

• Critical analysis and creation of music through dedicated theory and history coursework.
• Performance opportunities in over 30 large and small ensembles that produce more than 150 concerts annually.
• Pedagogical training via the Preparatory Division, allowing you to gain practical teaching experience before graduation.
• Master classes led by world-class artists, including those featured in the Auditorium Chamber Music Series.

Whether you aim to combine music with education, technology, or business, this degree provides the versatility needed to create a unique career path. Please note that admission to this program is competitive and requires a successful audition.

In Moscow, students study on an ivy-covered campus within a supportive and welcoming community. Campus life includes clubs, sports, housing, dining, lectures, performances and showcases. The university also offers online classes through Campus 360 and in-person study locations in Boise, Coeur d’Alene and Idaho Falls, giving students options beyond the Moscow campus.

The University of Idaho is Idaho’s first and only Carnegie R1 research university. Its academic offerings cover more than 200 areas of study, including agriculture, anatomy, fine arts and business administration. Learning is connected to hands-on experience, internships and career pathways, with research activity that includes using artificial intelligence to track wildfire spread and work related to nuclear energy law.

International students are among the applicant groups served through the university’s admissions process, alongside first-year, transfer and graduate students. Financial support includes scholarships, financial aid and low tuition, while housing and dining options are available on campus. Students can build connections with fellow Vandals through campus activities, explore opportunities across Idaho and take part in the university’s statewide footprint.