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USC Thornton School of Music

Los Angeles, CA, US 🇺🇸

The USC Thornton School of Music, founded in 1884, is the oldest continuously operating community cultural institution in Los Angeles. It offers a rare combination of classical conservatory training, popular music programs, and industry connections.

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Acceptance

20%

Enrollment

1,100

Student/faculty

5:1

School type

University Music School

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Available

Degrees and programs

BMMMDMAPhDAD

Tuition and aid

Undergraduate: $62,000Graduate: $50,000

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Merit scholarships available. Contact admissions for financial aid details.

Campus life and programs

500 performances/year

SYMPHONY ORCHESTRACHAMBER MUSICOPERAJAZZ ENSEMBLEWIND ENSEMBLECHORUSNEW MUSIC ENSEMBLE

Study abroadDual-degree optionsPreparatory divisionSummer programs

Facilities

60 practice rooms300-seat main hall

Recording studioElectronic music labMusic library

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