Master in Music Performance (Master's)

Tuition is Tuition and fees are set by the college and detailed in the Five Towns College Catalog..

The Master of Music in Performance prepares students for advanced professional roles in music performance. Students develop technical and interpretive skills through individual instruction and ensemble participation. The programme emphasizes public performance and artistic growth over two semesters of full-time study. Graduates are qualified to pursue careers as professional performers or continue in advanced musical training.

The programme requires 30 credits of approved graduate coursework, with 24 credits completed in residence. Students must complete a public recital and participate in ensembles each semester.

Graduates enter careers as professional performers, ensemble musicians, or pursue further study in music.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in music or a related field. A minimum GPA of 3.0 is required. Audition requirements must be met, and official transcripts are needed.

The programme totals about 30 credit hours. On-campus, full-time or part-time; courses offered in late afternoon or early evening. For international students, tuition is above the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 72% of applicants.

Five Towns College has more than 50 years of experience in higher education and presents itself as Long Island’s Creative College. Its small, specialized learning environment is built around engagement, collaboration, practical education, and technological and academic support. The college is a private residential institution in Dix Hills, on Long Island, giving students a campus-based setting for study and daily life. Campus experiences include the Five Towns College Performing Arts Center, Sound Athletics, and a Pre-College Summer Program. These offerings give students ways to connect with performance, athletics, and creative work beyond their classes. A virtual 360 tour is also available for students who want to explore the campus before applying.

Academic study spans the creative, musical, visual, and performing arts, alongside business and liberal arts. Programs include audio recording technology, film and television, interactive media arts, mass communication, production design, theatre arts, music performance, and music teacher education. Court reporting is another degree pathway. Five Towns College awards Associate’s, Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctorate degrees, allowing students to pursue different levels of study within the same institution. The program mix suits students who want to combine artistic training with media, technology, communication, or business interests. International students should consider the residential campus model, the college’s small-scale learning environment, and the range of degree options when planning their academic and campus experience. Admissions staff can be contacted by email or phone to begin the application process.