by our College Data Analytics TeamThere was only one school in Virginia to review for the 2024 Best Music Theory & Composition Schools in Virginia ranking.
What's on this page: * Degree-Level Rankings
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 Virginia ranking, along with many other major-related rankings, to help you make that decision. If you'd like to restrict your choices to just one part of the country, you can filter this list by location.
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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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The schools below may not offer all types of music composition degrees so you may want to filter by degree level first. However, they are great for the degree levels they do offer.
It's hard to beat Liberty University if you wish to pursue a degree in music theory & composition. Liberty University is a fairly large private not-for-profit university located in the city of Lynchburg.More information about a degree in music theory & composition from Liberty University
Shenandoah University is one of the finest schools in the country for getting a degree in music theory & composition. Located in the city of Winchester, Shenandoah is a private not-for-profit university with a small student population.More information about a degree in music theory & composition from Shenandoah University
Explore all the Best Music Theory & Composition Colleges in the Southeast Area or other specific states within that region.
| State | Colleges | Degrees Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 715 | 36 |
| North Carolina | 710 | 1 |
| Georgia | 690 | 3 |
| Tennessee | 624 | 16 |
| South Carolina | 530 | 5 |
| Kentucky | 518 | 0 |
| Mississippi | 501 | 0 |
| Alabama | 500 | 3 |
| Louisiana | 489 | 2 |
| Arkansas | 466 | 0 |
Music Theory & Composition is one of 17 different types of Music programs to choose from.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Music Performance | 255 |
| General Music | 212 |
| Music Pedagogy | 72 |
| Other Music | 40 |
| Music History | 12 |
| Musicology & Ethnomusicology | 12 |
| Music Technology | 8 |
| Jazz Studies | 5 |
| Conducting | 3 |
| Keyboard Instruments | 3 |
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