If you’re fascinated by music in its social and cultural contexts or want to examine music itself and how audiences and musicians interact with it, a doctoral degree in ethnomusicology can position you for a career you’ll love. Whether you have always imagined yourself pursuing doctoral studies in worship, want to make a unique contribution to world missions, or you feel you have more to gain from furthering your education, our Doctor of Worship Studies in Ethnomusicology can equip you to interpret non-Western musical genres, styles, and performances.
Focusing your degree in ethnomusicology can allow you to explore what worship looks like in various cultures. By understanding this, you will not only increase your global marketability but you will also be better prepared to meet the needs of diverse congregations. Our classes emphasize a practical application of worship to ministry in the local church. |
| Application Notes : | Applicants whose native language is other than English must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or an approved alternative assessment. |
| Additional Admission Requirements: | - Statement of Research Interests
A regionally or nationally accredited Master of Music or its equivalent with a 3.0 or above GPA is required for admission in good standing.
All applicants must submit the following: admission application, application fee, Statement of Purpose, official college transcripts indicating successful completion of a doctorate or master’s in history or a related field, and proof of English proficiency (for applicants whose native language is other than English). |
* We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.