Job Description
Yale University offers a fully funded PhD program in Music through its Department of Music within the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. This program provides rigorous academic training in Music History, Music Theory, and Ethnomusicology, preparing students for scholarly and teaching careers in higher education.
Program Overview
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Degree: PhD in Music
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Specializations: Music History, Music Theory, Ethnomusicology
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Institution: Yale University
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Department: Department of Music
The program typically requires a minimum of five years to complete, encompassing coursework, language proficiency, qualifying examinations, and dissertation research. Students making demonstrated progress on their dissertations after five years are eligible for a sixth year of funding.
Funding Package
All PhD students at Yale receive comprehensive financial support, which includes:
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Tuition and Fees: Full coverage (e.g., $49,500 for the 2024–2025 academic year)
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Stipend: An annual stipend to cover living expenses (e.g., $49,538 for the 2024–2025 academic year)
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Health Insurance: Comprehensive health coverage for students and their families
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Additional Support: Access to various research grants and fellowships, such as funding for conference travel and dissertation research ​
This funding is typically guaranteed for a minimum of five years, contingent upon satisfactory academic progress.​
Admission Requirements
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Academic Background: A strong foundation in music or related fields
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Application Materials:
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Statement of Purpose
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Writing Sample
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Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
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Three Letters of Recommendation
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Standardized Tests: GRE scores are not required
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English Proficiency: TOEFL or IELTS scores are required for non-native English speakers unless they have completed a degree at an institution where English is the primary language of instruction​
Applicants are encouraged to identify faculty members they wish to work with and mention them in their application materials.
