Music Business Graduate FAQ
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 Undergraduate Admission's 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, you can download the application here or request a hard copy from the Office of Graduate Admissions at 212-998-5030.
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. Occasionally, talent scholarships will also be awarded. 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 record labels, publishing companies, performance venues, concert management agencies, 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.
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: How long does it take to complete the Master's degree?
A. Full-time students can complete the degree in two years, usually including 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. All newly accepted graduate students who requested an on-campus housing application on the application for admission will receive one in the mail when they become available – usually in April for the fall semester and November for the spring. Because NYU on-campus housing is popular, it is important to meet any deposit deadlines as listed in the housing application. Newly accepted students who did not request on-campus housing may do so after the fact on a space-available basis. For more information, please visit NYU Housing.
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.
Q: What special admissions requirements are there for international students?
A. You must have the equivalent of an American bachelor's degree to be considered. (For example, the 4-year bachelor's degree from Japan, the Republic of Korea and Taiwan are generally considered equivalent. The master's degree from India, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka is generally considered equivalent to an American bachelor's degree, etc.) Two (2) transcripts in both the original language as well as two (2) English translations are required to be submitted with your application.
The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is mandatory for all applicants whose native language is not English and who did not receive a bachelor's degree at an English-speaking college or university. The TOEFL test cannot be waived, and the official scores must be in our office by February 1 for the fall semester and by November 1 for the spring semester. Regardless of the TOEFL score, all accepted applicants whose native language is not English will be required to take a placement examination, for an additional fee, at New York University's American Language Institute (ALI) upon arrival. Depending on your performance on this examination, you may be required to take non-credit remedial English course work before or while you are taking regular academic course work. Such remedial course work may lengthen the time and expense of graduate study and should therefore be taken into account by students and their funding sources. Also, please note that the Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development does not offer financial assistance to international students.
Q: What is the minimum TOEFL score accepted?
A. The Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development looks for a paper-based TOEFL range of 550 to 600 or a computer-based TOEFL range of 213 to 250 for minimum consideration.
Q: Where can I find information about on-campus jobs?
A. Please visit the NYU Office of Career Services for on-campus employment opportunities.
Department of Music and Performing Arts Professions - 35 W. 4th Street, Suite 777 - New York, NY 10012 - (212) 998-5424
NYU Steinhardt - Music and Performing Arts Professions - 35 W. 4th Street, Suite 777, New York, NY 10012