by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual looked at 7 colleges and universities when compiling its 2024 Best Conducting Master's Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region ranking. Combined, these schools handed out 25 master's degrees in conducting to qualified students.
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The conducting master's degree program you select can have a big impact on your future. Important measures of a quality conducting program can vary widely even among the top schools. When choosing a school we recommend considering some of the following factors:
A school that excels in educating for a particular major and degree level must be a great school overall as well. To make it into this list a school must rank well in our overall Best Colleges for a Master's Degree ranking. This ranking considered factors such as graduation rates, overall graduate earnings and other educational resources to identify great colleges and universities.
In addition to the above, you should consider some of the following factors:
Our full ranking methodology documents in more detail how we consider these factors to identify the best schools for conducting students working on their master's degree.
The conducting school you choose to invest your time and money in matters. To help you make the decision that is right for you, we've developed a number of major-specific rankings, including this list of the Best Conducting Master's Degree Schools in the Middle Atlantic Region.
Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities below.
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The following list ranks the best colleges and universities for pursuing a master's degree in conducting.
The Juilliard School is a great option for students pursuing a master's degree in conducting. Located in the city of New York, Juilliard is a private not-for-profit school with a fairly small student population.More information about a master’s in conducting from The Juilliard School
University of Rochester is one of the best schools in the United States for getting a master's degree in conducting. Located in the medium-sized city of Rochester, University of Rochester is a private not-for-profit university with a fairly large student population.More information about a master’s in conducting from University of Rochester
It's hard to beat Temple University if you want to pursue a master's degree in conducting. Located in the city of Philadelphia, Temple is a public university with a fairly large student population.More information about a master’s in conducting from Temple University
Manhattan School of Music is a great decision for individuals pursuing a master's degree in conducting. Manhattan School of Music is a small private not-for-profit school located in the city of New York.More information about a master’s in conducting from Manhattan School of Music
Syracuse is a very large private not-for-profit university located in the city of Syracuse.More information about a master’s in conducting from Syracuse University
Located in the large city of Washington, CUA is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.More information about a master’s in conducting from Catholic University of America
Located in the small suburb of Ithaca, Ithaca is a private not-for-profit college with a medium-sized student population.More information about a master’s in conducting from Ithaca College
Rider is a small private not-for-profit university located in the suburb of Lawrenceville.More information about a master’s in conducting from Rider University
Explore the best conducting schools for a specific state in the Middle Atlantic Region .
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 695 | 15 |
| Pennsylvania | 607 | 7 |
| New Jersey | 346 | 2 |
| District of Columbia | 334 | 1 |
Conducting is one of 17 different types of Music programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Music Performance | 493 |
| General Music | 190 |
| Keyboard Instruments | 114 |
| Music Theory & Composition | 113 |
| Voice Performance | 105 |
| Stringed Instruments | 68 |
| Jazz Studies | 62 |
| Other Music | 44 |
| Music History | 19 |
| Woodwind Instruments | 19 |
