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Washington University in St. Louis was founded in 1853.Although it is a medium-sized university, it is known as the most difficult problem in the United States.Most of the approximately 13,000 students enrolled are from outside the state of Missouri, where the campus is located.It is no exaggeration to say that students from all over the United States and around the world are aiming for the school.One of its attractions is the cross-disciplinary education and research that is developed under tradition.The interdisciplinary school spirit makes a leap forward and contributes greatly to society.It is no wonder that many Nobel laureates have been produced.In addition, 23 award winners are still enrolled, making it an extremely high-level educational and research institute.The educational content is diverse and offers over 90 programs and approximately 1,500 degree courses.In the prestigious ranking, it is the top regular school every year.Since its establishment in 1946, the Faculty of Music has provided a high level of rich music education.Expert professors of each genre are gathered to pursue standard style.We are proud of our curriculum for students of all majors and levels.In the university course, we offer AB degree, performance (instrumental music, vocal music), music theory, composition, music history & literature with BMus degree by taking music + other subjects.For minors, it is attractive to be able to learn jazz.In the graduate course, you can obtain an MA degree in composition, music theory, and musicology, and an MM degree in keyboard instrument performance & education, and vocal music.In addition, music theory and musicology can be pursued academically in PhD degree courses.
Non-class programs such as internships at the St. Louis Opera and study abroad are also gorgeous.Performance activities by participating in orchestras, choirs, bands, ensembles, chamber music, etc., concerts by well-known guest artists, etc. are held, and highly motivated students will not get bored.Washington University in St. Louis has the perfect environment for talent to flourish.