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Master of Music - Music - Voice Performance

Master's degree, Arts, design and media. The University of Akron (UA), Akron, Ohio, United States.

Level
Master's degree
Field
Arts, design and media
School
The University of Akron (UA)
Location
Akron, Ohio, United States
Tuition (first year)
24,083 USD
Application fee
Free
Earliest intake
Aug 2027
Living costs (school estimate)
13,162 USD a year
School type
Public

Program overview

Master of Music - Music - Voice Performance is a master's degree program in arts, design and media at The University of Akron (UA), a public institution in Akron, Ohio, United States, founded in 1870.

First-year tuition is listed at 24,083 USD and the application fee at Free. The earliest intake currently open is Aug 2027.

Applications to The University of Akron (UA) typically receive a decision in 11 days and 22 hours, based on recent applications.

Cost of the first year

Plan for about 37,245 USD for the first year before travel, insurance and visa fees. Costs differ sharply between public and private schools and between states. The I-20 states the school's estimate of tuition and living costs, and your funds evidence should match it. Read the school's cost page and the official student visa pages for the fees that apply.

Figures are as listed in October 2026. Schools revise tuition every year, so confirm the current amount with the school before you pay a deposit.

ItemAmount (USD)
Tuition, first year24,083 USD
Living costs, first year (school estimate)13,162 USD
Application fee (one time)Free
Estimated first-year total37,245 USD

How the tuition compares in the United States

Our directory lists 738 master's degree programs in arts, design and media at 89 schools in the United States. Their median first-year tuition is 27,846 USD, and the middle half cost between 18,732 USD and 37,044 USD.

At 24,083 USD, Master of Music - Music - Voice Performance is 14% below the median, in the middle of the range. The full range runs from 7,140 USD to 74,625 USD.

Lower-cost master's degree options in arts, design and media

If budget matters, these master's degree programs in arts, design and media have some of the lowest listed first-year tuition in the United States.

ProgramSchoolTuition (1st year)
Master of Arts - English - Language Arts (Non-Thesis)University of Central Arkansas, Conway7,140 USD
Master of Arts - Ceramic ArtsHood College, Frederick9,000 USD
Master of Music - Music - Collaborative PianoAustin Peay State University - Clarksville Campus, Clarksville12,478 USD
Master of Arts - Professional CommunicationsUniversity of Tampa, Tampa12,762 USD
Master of Arts - CommunicationUniversity of South Dakota, Vermillion12,768 USD
Master of Arts - Communication - Communication StudiesUniversity of Central Missouri - Warrensburg, Warrensburg12,816 USD

Plan for the Aug 2027 intake

Working back from a Aug 2027 start, this is a realistic plan. Popular programs can fill early, so the earlier end of each window is safer. Fall (August or September) is the main intake and Spring (January) is the second. Graduate deadlines are often several months earlier than the start date.

ByStep
October 2026Shortlist programs, check entry requirements and book your English test.
December 2026Prepare your statement of purpose, references and transcripts, then apply.
February 2027Receive offers, compare total costs and accept one.
April 2027Pay the deposit, gather funds evidence and apply for the student visa.
July 2027Book travel and accommodation once the visa is approved.

Entry requirements and documents

The University of Akron (UA) sets the exact entry requirements for Master of Music - Music - Voice Performance. For a master's degree, applicants usually need the following.

Most schools accept TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo and set their own minimums. Graduate programmes may also ask for GRE or GMAT scores, though many programmes have made these optional.

  • A completed bachelor's degree, with transcripts and degree certificate.
  • A statement of purpose explaining why this program fits your plans.
  • Academic or employer references, and a CV if you have work experience.
  • A valid passport.
  • English test results, unless the school waives them.

Student visa: F-1 student visa

Students from India need a F-1 student visa to study in the United States. U.S. Department of State (visa) and Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) decides the application.

An F-1 visa is for full-time academic study at a school certified by the Student and Exchange Visitor Program. The school issues a Form I-20 and the visa itself is decided at a consular interview, so a consistent study plan and clear finances matter more than the paperwork volume.

  • Shortlist SEVP-certified schools and complete applications. Check test requirements such as GRE, GMAT or English tests programme by programme.
  • After admission and proof of funds, the school issues the Form I-20.
  • Pay the SEVIS fee, complete the DS-160 online visa application and pay the visa application fee.
  • Book and attend the visa interview at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Bring the I-20, passport, financial documents and admission papers.

After you graduate

Students may be eligible for optional practical training in their field of study, with an extension for certain STEM degrees. Conditions apply, so read the official rules and speak to your school's designated school official.

How to apply with Study Spectra

  • Send us your marksheets, English test result (or test plan) and budget.
  • We check your profile against Master of Music - Music - Voice Performance and suggest alternatives if it is a stretch.
  • We prepare your statement of purpose and documents, and submit the application.
  • When the offer arrives, we help with the deposit, funds evidence and the student visa file.

Questions students ask

How much is the tuition for Master of Music - Music - Voice Performance?

First-year tuition is listed at 24,083 USD. Living costs are extra; The University of Akron (UA) estimates 13,162 USD a year. Confirm the current fee with the school.

What is the application fee?

This program lists no application fee.

When is the next intake?

The earliest intake currently open is Aug 2027. Start your application about eight months before that.

Is Master of Music - Music - Voice Performance a degree?

It is listed as a master's degree. The school awards the degree on completion.

Which visa do I need to study in the United States?

You need a F-1 student visa, decided by U.S. Department of State (visa) and Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP). Apply after you accept an offer and can show the required funds.

Can Study Spectra help me apply?

Yes. We check your profile, prepare your documents and submit your application to The University of Akron (UA), then help with the visa. The first call is free.

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