About Music Composition in University of Missouri–Kansas City (UMKC)
In pursuing a Music Composition degree, you will demonstrate your musical voice while learning and mastering analytical and technical skills in music within a variety of media and genres.
UMKC’s Composition program is one of the leading programs in North America. By collaborating with performers and organizations across the UMKC Conservatory, local community and beyond, we incorporate multiple opportunities, performances and mentorships to help you succeed in developing your own voice and mastering your musical skills.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have passed high school
English language requirements
- IELTS : 6.5
- TOEFL IBT: 80
- PTE : 54
University of Missouri–Kansas City (UMKC) Highlights
| Type |
Public |
| Campus Setting |
Urban |
| Endowment |
1.12 Billion USD |
| Cost of Attendance |
36,145 USD |
| Campus Housing Capacity |
1,643 |
| Financial Aid |
Scholarships, loans, and grants |
| Student Retention Rate |
73% (Full time students) |
| Admission Helpdesk |
admissions@umkc.edu,
816-235-1000/800-775-8652 |
University of Missouri-Kansas City Cost of Attendance
The cost of living in the United States while attending the institute is shown in the table below.
| Expenses |
Amount (USD) UG |
Amount (USD) PG |
| Tuition |
38,583 |
36,935 |
| Student Activity Fee |
5.63 (per credit hour) |
5.63 (per credit hour) |
| Health fee |
NA |
NA |
| Housing and Rooms |
7,378 - 9,542 |
7,378 - 9,542 |
| Meals |
3,505 -3,756 |
3,505 -3,756 |
| Books and Supplies |
926 |
926 |
| Personal Expenses |
3,063 |
3,063 |
| Health Insurance Plan |
2,259 |
2,259 |
- Annual room and board fee for undergraduate and graduate courses: about 14,272 USD
- Miscellaneous fee: 3,063 USD
- Total cost: 55,918 USD (Undergraduate)/54,270USD (Graduate)
