MA Ethnomusicology online Degree Program

Master of Arts in Ethnomusicology

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Master of Arts in Ethnomusicology

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Become a Leader in the Music Industry with a Master’s in Ethnomusicology

Globalization and international outreach have peaked within the past few decades. Now more than ever, establishing connections with various cultures and people groups at multi-communication levels is imperative for increased innovation. Music is an excellent tool for outreach, acting as another layer of communication and bonding that can transcend conventional barriers. Liberty University’s Master of Arts in Ethnomusicology is designed to offer advanced education in world music for success in cross-cultural environment careers.

Through your passion for cross-cultural service, you will help play a vital role in gaining access to typically unreached people groups. Trained musicians and ethnomusicologists teach this unprecedented M.A. in Ethnomusicology degree. Our professors are excited to impart knowledge gained from real-world experience in diverse cultural settings. Each course taken in this distance learning degree will serve as another stepping-stone to obtaining your desired career path through the implementation of music.

Our M.A. in Ethnomusicology is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) as well as offered in a flexible and affordable 100% online format. Liberty University’s online master’s degree will assist in helping further your career, by setting you apart in the field through your specialized knowledge in global engagement and music integrated with a biblical worldview.

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What Will You Study in Our Master’s in Ethnomusicology Online Degree Program?

  • Ethnic music theory
  • Anthropology of music
  • Arts in global engagement
  • Applied ethnomusicology

Your master’s in ethnomusicology will provide the knowledge and skills essential to understanding music systems in a variety of cultures and communities. Through research, performance, and application, your education will equip you to serve as a leader and world-changer. Additionally, two optional intensives are given to promote increased academic quality through peer and professor interactions.

You may also be interested in exploring our master’s degrees in global studies, music and worship, or music education.

Potential Career Options with an Ethnomusicology Degree

  • Missionary
  • Music minister
  • Musician
  • Worship pastor

Highlights of Our Master’s in Ethnomusicology Online Degree Program

As a leader in distance education since 1985, we understand what it takes to create a flexible and affordable education for busy people. Since we have been investing in distance and online learning for decades, our experience has taught us how to streamline our degree options so you can focus on what really matters to you. While many schools offer online degrees, we believe Liberty stands out.

Here’s what sets us apart:

  • Our online programs are backed by our brick-and-mortar campus – ranked among Niche.com’s Top 5 College Campuses in America – and that commitment to excellence extends to our online students as well. Earning your online ethnomusicology degree from a nonprofit university with this kind of recognition can help set you apart from others in your field.
  • The majority of tuition for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs has not increased in 9 years. While many other online colleges have raised tuition, Liberty has been able to keep costs low as a nonprofit university.
  • You can complete this M.A. in Ethnomusicology program in just 1.5 years.

Master’s in Ethnomusicology Military Benefits

Service is important to us, so whether you’re currently serving in the Armed Forces, have served, or are married to someone who serves, we’re here to serve you. Liberty’s military benefits are available to:

  • Active duty service members of the U.S. Armed Forces
  • Reserve/National Guard
  • Veterans/retirees
  • Spouses of service members and veterans/retirees
  • Current Department of Defense employees

We are proud to support you in your pursuit of a flexible and affordable online education by offering you the following benefits: 

  • Tuition discounts – $275 per credit hour for graduate courses
  • Additional discount for veterans who serve in a civilian capacity as a First Responder (less than $625 per course)
  • 8-week courses, 8 different start dates each year, and no set login times (may exclude certain courses such as practicums, internships, or field experiences)

 

Tuition rates may change annually. For the most current information, please visit our LU Tuition Cost page.
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100% online, 8-week courses

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Transfer in up to 50% of the degree total

Next Start Date

Jun 23, 2025

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