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Bachelor of Arts in Music with Concentration in Performance

North Park University Chicago

USA,Illinois

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 37,500/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Jan 2026

Apply Date

USA, Illinois

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1891

Total Students: 2,865 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

Chicago, IL 60625, United States

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Admission Requirements
Scholarships
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Bachelor of Arts in Music with Concentration in Performance

Program Overview

Beginning in fall 2024, North Park’s School of Music, Art, and Theatre (SMAT) will offer a new Master of Music in Performance (MMP) degree. Professional faculty who are practicing musicians lead the student-centered program in culturally rich Chicago. Coursework includes the theory and practice of music performance, pedagogy, and leadership skills.

This degree prepares and inspires students for a professional musician’s rigorous and multi-faceted career demands. In addition, SMAT aims to equip underrepresented musicians with the opportunity to take on leadership roles in their chosen fields.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2026		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 37,500 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in North Park University Chicago

CAD 10,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 80
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 53.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 105.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.