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Bachelor of Arts in Music - Performance Option

Montana State University - Billings

USA,Montana

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 21,666/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 35

Application Fee

Jan 2026

Apply Date

USA, Montana

Type: University

Location Type: Semi-Urban

Founded: 1927

Total Students: 4,416 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1500 University Dr, Billings, MT 59101, United States

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Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Arts in Music - Performance Option

Program Overview

The Department of Music educates musicians by combining a thorough professional training in music with sound general education. It is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music. The MSU Billings Department of Music stresses high standards of performance, a strong theoretical background, a broad exposure to music history, opportunities in pedagogy, and a significant encounter with other academic disciplines.

The varied functions of music in the world today present many interesting and challenging opportunities to students as educators, performers, creative artists and employees in the music industry. Because of the many opportunities available to students, the faculty of the Department of Music has established a program of training which allows first year students to determine the course of study they may wish to follow.

Through an emphasis in music history and theory as well as performance instruction and participation in various ensembles, students are prepared for graduate study, studio teaching, teaching in the public schools, and employment in the field of music.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

10 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 35

Tuition Fee

CAD 21,666 per year

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

Living Cost in Montana State University - Billings

CAD 11,000 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 - 68
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 50.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 100.0

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

Minimum CGPA Required: 50.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Type of Scholarship	Scholarship Information	Amount/ Range
International Undergraduate Merit-Based Scholarship MSU Presidential Scholarship	International Undergraduate Merit-Based Scholarship: Must be an international student offered full admission (not conditional) to MSU as a freshman or transfer student. Must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5+ on a 4.0 scale. Renewal: Annually renewable with a minimum 3.0 GPA, full-time enrollment, and non-resident status MSU Presidential Scholarship: Open to first-year international students with full Fall admission (not conditional and not transfer). Based on academic excellence, leadership, and personal achievement. Application deadline is in early December; students are also considered for the Honors College with this application. LINK: https://www.montana.edu/international/admissions/INTL_UG_Scholarships.html	International Undergraduate Merit-Based Scholarship: Freshman students: $5,000 to $12,000 per year based on GPA Transfer students: $7,000 per year MSU Presidential Scholarship: Full tuition waiver, generous annual stipend, and other incentives for 4 years

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.

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