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Percussion

Learn more about studying Percussion as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Program
    Master's
  • Duration
    2 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    13,158USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Sep
  • University ranking
    Not ranked

Program overview

What the University of Hartford says about their program:

With an average enrollment of about 15 students, the Hartt percussion program fosters a healthy exchange of ideas and perspectives among the students and allows for personalized attention from the percussion faculty. The teaching/learning experience extends beyond the boundaries of applied lessons, as the Hartt percussion faculty employs an "open door" policy with the students--we are here to serve you.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • 2.75 (out of 4.0)
  • 3.75 (out of 5.0)
  • 80% (out of 100)
  • 70% (out of 100) India/Canada
  • GCSE

    five *passes with grades of A,B or C. * Four of the five passes must be English, Mathematics, Natural/Physical Science, and Social Science

  • GCE

    five * passes with grades of A,B or C. * Four of the five passes must be English, Mathematics, Natural/Physical Science, and Social Science

The IB and AP testing scores are not required for admission but may help to support your academic record.

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • A four-year degree, or equivalent, from a recognized college or university in an academic discipline relevant to the proposed field of study.

English proficiency

Undergraduate: (All degree programs except CETA)

  • IELTS

    6.5

  • Duolingo

    110

  • TOEFL at Home

    80

  • PTE Academic

    58

Undergraduate: College of Engineering, Technology & Architecture (CETA)

  • IELTS

    6.0

  • Duolingo

    100

  • TOEFL iBT

    74

  • PTE Academic

    55

Graduate

Minimum scores for Master of Science in Computer Science, Master of Engineering, and Master of Science in Engineering programs are:

  • IELTS

    6.0

  • Duolingo

    100

  • TOEFL iBT

    79

  • PTE Academic

    51

Minimum scores of all other graduate programs are:

  • IELTS

    6.5

  • Duolingo

    110

  • TOEFL iBT

    80

  • PTE Academic

    58

English proficiency waivers

Undergraduate

  • Successful completion of English Composition at a regionally accredited College or University in the United States with a grade of C or higher. Must be a traditional in class format online classes NOT accepted
  • International Baccalaureate

    English A1 or A2 with grade of 3 or higher

  • Advanced Placement English with a grade of 3 or higher
  • SAT Evidence based reading/writing 480 or higher
  • GCSE or GCE English Pass (syllabus A) with grade of A, B or C
  • A HKCEE English Pass with a grade of (Syllabus A) with a grade of A, B, C or D
  • Trinity ISE II Level

    Pass in All module areas

  • CEFR Level B2+ Pre advanced

Graduate

  • You are an international applicant from a majority native English-speaking country
  • You are an international applicant holding a bachelor’s or master's degree from a majority native English-speaking country

Documents required

Undergraduate

  • Application form
  • Application fee
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Passport identification page
  • Essay (optional)
  • Recommendation letter (optional)
  • Audition (if applicable)
  • Portfolio (if applicable)

Graduate

  • Application form
  • Application fee
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Translations
  • Transcript evaluation by NACES
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Passport identification page
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Scholarships at University of Hartford

  • Hartford Art School Artistic Merit Scholarship

    Official page

    A portfolio-based talent scholarship for international undergraduate applicants to the Hartford Art School, covering partial tuition up to full tuition. Fine arts applicants must complete their admission application, submit academic records and English testing results, and provide a portfolio for review. Like the other Hartford Art School and Hartt awards, it is listed on the university's official international-student admissions page as available to international undergraduates.

  • Hartt School Performing Arts Scholarship

    Official page

    A talent-based scholarship for international undergraduate applicants to the Hartt School, covering partial tuition up to full tuition. It is open to music, dance, and theatre applicants who complete their admission application, submit academic records and English testing results, and provide an audition video. This award is explicitly available to international students alongside the Hawk International Scholarship as one of the university's international undergraduate scholarship options.

  • Hawk International Scholarship

    Official page

    An academic merit scholarship for international undergraduate students, worth partial tuition ranging from about $16,000 to $31,000 per year. Full-time undergraduate applicants studying on an F-1 visa are automatically considered once they submit a complete application along with academic records and English proficiency test results, with no separate scholarship application required. Note that students receiving full government sponsorship from Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, or the UAE are not eligible for this merit-based award.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

  • Undergraduate tuition

    US$49,237 per year

  • Graduate tuition

    from US$25,300 to US$28,100 per year

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What is the cost of living near University of Hartford?

Local figures aren't available yet — values reflect USA-wide averages.

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$1,652
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$1,349
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$214
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$73
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61
Monthly public transport pass$65
Monthly grocery basket$350
Coffee shop drink$5
Cinema or cultural event ticket$15
Gym membership$45

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).

Visa requirements for the University of Hartford

Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

USA student visa requirements