Q: What courses will I take to complete my degree?
A. Curriculum requirements for the Master's degree can be found on at the following URL: Master of Arts in Music Business
Q: How can I receive information via e-mail about the program?
A. Please e-mail musicbusiness.gradinfo@nyu.edu with any additional questions you may have, and please be sure to reference that you are interested in the graduate program. You may also call the Music Business program line at 212-998-5427.
Q: Whom should I contact if I am interested in visiting the school?
A. Visit the Graduate Admissions Tours webpage to set up a campus tour. Please e-mail musicbusiness.gradinfo@nyu.edu if you are interested in auditing a music business graduate class while visiting NYU, or call 212-998-5427.
Q: How do I request an application?
A. To apply for graduate study, follow the instructions here. You can apply online or use a paper-based applications. "Supplementary Materials" are required for MUBG - scroll down to that link on the Application Page. The Steinhardt Office of Graduate Admissions phone number is 212-998-5030.
Q: Do you accept new students for the Spring semester?
A. No, only for the Fall semester.
Q: Is it possible to apply for early decision?
A. Yes, applicants can apply for early decision. Visit Graduate Admissions for application deadline information.
Q: How do I apply for financial aid?
A. Please visit the Financial Aid Office website or call 212-998-4444 for financial aid information.
Q: What types of financial aid are offered? Does the program offer assistantships?
A. NYU offers need-based aid, as determined by the FAFSA, and merit-based aid, determined by past academic achievement. The program does not offer assistantships.
Q: Will I be required to take an internship?
A. Music industry internships are required for graduate students, normally starting in their second semester. Most student internships are in New York City, taking full advantage of the opportunities provided by many of the world's music institutions. Internships are available in all areas of the music industry, including publishing companies, performance venues, digital distributors, mobile content providers, concert management agencies, record labels, music television, and music magazines, among others.
Q: Is an audition required for the Master's program?
A. Master's applicants do not need to audition for the program.
Q: Is the GMAT or GRE required for the Master's program?
A. NYU Steinhardt does not require these standardized tests for M.A. programs. We do recommend, however, that if you do take these tests you send your scores to NYU, and submit a copy of the score sheet with your application materials.
Q: Do I need a music or business undergraduate degree to be admitted to the Master's program?
A. No -- we have students in the Music Business Graduate Program with a very wide range of undergraduate degrees, from music to business, liberal arts to engineering.
Q: If I did not major in business, how can I demonstrate my quantitative skills?
A. We recommend that you either take the GRE or coursework (for credit) in areas such as accounting, statistics, or economics. The coursework does not need to be part of your undergraduate degree, but you will need to provide an official transcript with your application.
Q: What is the minimum or average GPA?
A. We don't provide a minimum or average GPA because successful applicants come from such a wide range of academic and professional backgrounds. We look for a very good academic record.
Q: What part of the application is weighted the heaviest?
A. In order to get a full picture of an applicant's suitability for the MUBG program, the admissions committee looks at all parts of each application equally.
Q: How long does it take to complete the Master's degree?
A. Full-time students can complete the degree in two years, which may include one summer. Part-time students take an average of six credits (two courses) every semester. Other part time plans of study are possible. If you have an MBA, you may be eligible for a 3-semester option.
Q: Are there opportunities to study abroad for graduate credit?
A. During the January intersession, a course on Global Music Management at NYU London is offered. More information can be found here.
Q: What are the costs of tuition and fees?
A. Current tuition and fees information can be found here.
Q: Is on-campus housing offered for graduate students?
A. There is a limited amount of graduate housing available, up to a maximum of one year. Visit the Graduate Student Housing website.
Q: Can I speak with a faculty member / current student / alum?
A. Please call the Music and Performing Arts office at 212-998-5424 to schedule a phone or in-office appointment with one of our faculty advisors. You can also email musicbusiness.gradinfo@nyu.edu to ask about contacting a current student or alum, based on availability. Information about current students and alumni is in our web newsletter, The Showcase.
Q: What special admissions requirements are there for international students?
A. Please visit the Steinhardt Office of Graduate Admissions website.
Q: What is the minimum TOEFL score accepted?
A. Although we do not have a required TOEFL score, successful applicants score 100 or above on the Internet-based test, 250 or above on the computer-based test, or 600 or above on the paper-based test.
Q: Where can I find information about on-campus jobs?
A. Please visit the NYU Wasserman Center for Career Development for on-campus employment opportunities.
A. Curriculum requirements for the Master's degree can be found on at the following URL: Master of Arts in Music Business
Q: How can I receive information via e-mail about the program?
A. Please e-mail musicbusiness.gradinfo@nyu.edu with any additional questions you may have, and please be sure to reference that you are interested in the graduate program. You may also call the Music Business program line at 212-998-5427.
Q: Whom should I contact if I am interested in visiting the school?
A. Visit the Graduate Admissions Tours webpage to set up a campus tour. Please e-mail musicbusiness.gradinfo@nyu.edu if you are interested in auditing a music business graduate class while visiting NYU, or call 212-998-5427.
Q: How do I request an application?
A. To apply for graduate study, follow the instructions here. You can apply online or use a paper-based applications. "Supplementary Materials" are required for MUBG - scroll down to that link on the Application Page. The Steinhardt Office of Graduate Admissions phone number is 212-998-5030.
Q: Do you accept new students for the Spring semester?
A. No, only for the Fall semester.
Q: Is it possible to apply for early decision?
A. Yes, applicants can apply for early decision. Visit Graduate Admissions for application deadline information.
Q: How do I apply for financial aid?
A. Please visit the Financial Aid Office website or call 212-998-4444 for financial aid information.
Q: What types of financial aid are offered? Does the program offer assistantships?
A. NYU offers need-based aid, as determined by the FAFSA, and merit-based aid, determined by past academic achievement. The program does not offer assistantships.
Q: Will I be required to take an internship?
A. Music industry internships are required for graduate students, normally starting in their second semester. Most student internships are in New York City, taking full advantage of the opportunities provided by many of the world's music institutions. Internships are available in all areas of the music industry, including publishing companies, performance venues, digital distributors, mobile content providers, concert management agencies, record labels, music television, and music magazines, among others.
Q: Is an audition required for the Master's program?
A. Master's applicants do not need to audition for the program.
Q: Is the GMAT or GRE required for the Master's program?
A. NYU Steinhardt does not require these standardized tests for M.A. programs. We do recommend, however, that if you do take these tests you send your scores to NYU, and submit a copy of the score sheet with your application materials.
Q: Do I need a music or business undergraduate degree to be admitted to the Master's program?
A. No -- we have students in the Music Business Graduate Program with a very wide range of undergraduate degrees, from music to business, liberal arts to engineering.
Q: If I did not major in business, how can I demonstrate my quantitative skills?
A. We recommend that you either take the GRE or coursework (for credit) in areas such as accounting, statistics, or economics. The coursework does not need to be part of your undergraduate degree, but you will need to provide an official transcript with your application.
Q: What is the minimum or average GPA?
A. We don't provide a minimum or average GPA because successful applicants come from such a wide range of academic and professional backgrounds. We look for a very good academic record.
Q: What part of the application is weighted the heaviest?
A. In order to get a full picture of an applicant's suitability for the MUBG program, the admissions committee looks at all parts of each application equally.
Q: How long does it take to complete the Master's degree?
A. Full-time students can complete the degree in two years, which may include one summer. Part-time students take an average of six credits (two courses) every semester. Other part time plans of study are possible. If you have an MBA, you may be eligible for a 3-semester option.
Q: Are there opportunities to study abroad for graduate credit?
A. During the January intersession, a course on Global Music Management at NYU London is offered. More information can be found here.
Q: What are the costs of tuition and fees?
A. Current tuition and fees information can be found here.
Q: Is on-campus housing offered for graduate students?
A. There is a limited amount of graduate housing available, up to a maximum of one year. Visit the Graduate Student Housing website.
Q: Can I speak with a faculty member / current student / alum?
A. Please call the Music and Performing Arts office at 212-998-5424 to schedule a phone or in-office appointment with one of our faculty advisors. You can also email musicbusiness.gradinfo@nyu.edu to ask about contacting a current student or alum, based on availability. Information about current students and alumni is in our web newsletter, The Showcase.
Q: What special admissions requirements are there for international students?
A. Please visit the Steinhardt Office of Graduate Admissions website.
Q: What is the minimum TOEFL score accepted?
A. Although we do not have a required TOEFL score, successful applicants score 100 or above on the Internet-based test, 250 or above on the computer-based test, or 600 or above on the paper-based test.
Q: Where can I find information about on-campus jobs?
A. Please visit the NYU Wasserman Center for Career Development for on-campus employment opportunities.