The graduate programs of study at Manhattan School of Music enable students to perfect their musical competencies and professional artistry in specific fields.

Students may earn the master of music degree through a two-year curriculum. For this program, all students are required to register for major lessons during each semester of their residence at Manhattan School of Music. Students must also successfully meet the requirements for their major field of study, related course work, ensemble participation, jury examinations, and recital in order to qualify for graduation.

Alternatively, students may pursue the Postgraduate Diploma program, which is the same as the master's degree course of study but requires up to six (6) fewer general graduate elective credits. This diploma recognizes accomplishment in the field of music, but does not carry the privileges of a college degree.

In addition, the Professional Studies Certificate Program offers a one-year program for accomplished performers possessing a master of music degree, a postgraduate diploma, or equivalent, who wish to pursue instrumental or vocal study on an advanced level for competitions, auditions, or career-entry positions.

Manhattan School of Music and Teachers College Columbia University offer a dual degree at the master’s level. This accelerated program, designed to be completed in three years, gives the student an M.M. (Master of Music) from Manhattan School of Music and an M.A. (Master of Arts) in Music Education with New York State K–12 Music Teacher Certification from Teachers College Columbia University. For more information about this new and exciting program, click here.

Graduate programs are offered in the following areas:

Contemporary Performance

Music Education & Performance Dual Degree