New York University Steinhardt Fully Funded PhD in Music Technology

PhD @New York University posted 1 week ago

Job Description

NYU Steinhardt offers a fully funded Ph.D. program in Music Technology, designed to prepare students for careers at the intersection of academia and industry. The program provides comprehensive training in areas such as computer music, immersive audio, music psychology, sound and music computing, and data science.

Program Overview

  • Degree: Ph.D. in Music Technology

  • Institution: New York University

  • School: Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development

  • Format: Full-time or part-time

  • Credits: 36–48

Funding Package

Admitted full-time Ph.D. students are eligible for a generous five-year funding package, which includes:

  • Annual Stipend: $34,883 (2025–2026)

  • Tuition Remission: Full coverage for required coursework

  • Health Insurance: Student health insurance through the fifth year

This funding is provided through the Steinhardt Fellowship Program and is contingent upon satisfactory academic progress. Additionally, students may be appointed to Research Assistantships funded by external grants, which include a stipend, tuition remission, and health insurance.

Research Areas

The Ph.D. program offers specialized training in:​

  • Computer Music

  • Immersive Audio

  • Music Psychology and Neuroscience

  • Sound and Music Computing

  • Data Science

Students can personalize their course of study around individual research interests, taking courses that support their particular area of specialization.

Application Requirements

Applicants should submit:

  • Resume/CV: A current resume or curriculum vitae

  • Statement of Purpose: Discussing doctoral research ideas, context, potential impact, and alignment with faculty expertise.

  • Letters of Recommendation: Three letters from academic or professional references

  • Writing Samples: At least three scholarly papers on music technology or related fields

  • Portfolio (Optional): Samples of professional, artistic, or academic work on music, technology, and related fields

  • Transcripts: Official records from all postsecondary institutions attended

  • GRE Scores: Not required for the 2025 admissions cycle

  • English Proficiency: TOEFL or IELTS scores for non-native English speakers, unless they have completed a degree at an institution where the language of instruction is English.

Career Outcomes

Graduates of the Music Technology Ph.D. program have successfully found positions across academia, not-for-profits, and the private sector. Since 2000, 62% of alumni have secured tenure-track faculty positions, 7% have pursued postdoctoral fellowships, and 16% have taken roles in non-tenure track or higher education administration. Others have contributed to research in university, private sector, or independent settings.

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