by our College Data Analytics TeamThere was only one school in District of Columbia to review for the 2024 Best Music Theory & Composition Schools in District of Columbia ranking.
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Since picking the right college can be one of the most important decisions of your life, we've developed the Best Music Theory & Composition Schools in District of Columbia ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision. You can also filter this list by location to find schools closer to you.
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Learn about start dates, transferring credits, availability of financial aid, and more by contacting the universities below.
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Although we recommend filtering by degree level first, you can view the list below to see which schools give the educational experience for the music composition degree levels they offer.
Catholic University of America is a great choice for students interested in a degree in music theory & composition. Located in the large city of Washington, CUA is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.More information about a degree in music theory & composition from Catholic University of America
Explore all the Best Music Theory & Composition Colleges in the Middle Atlantic Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1,026 | 177 |
| Pennsylvania | 978 | 12 |
| Maryland | 618 | 25 |
| New Jersey | 614 | 5 |
One of 17 majors within the Music area of study, Music Theory & Composition has other similar majors worth exploring.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| General Music | 57 |
| Music Performance | 26 |
| Keyboard Instruments | 10 |
| Voice Performance | 10 |
| Music Pedagogy | 7 |
| Music History | 2 |
| Stringed Instruments | 2 |
| Conducting | 1 |
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