Music Study Abroad Programs

Prepare to Study Abroad

Understand the benefits

Studying music abroad gives you front-row access to global soundscapes, cultural insight, and industry connections you simply can’t get at home.

• Learn where the music was born. From classical conservatories to jazz scenes or Afro-Caribbean rhythms, location matters when you're studying the roots.
• Stay sharp in an evolving field. International experience shows you're adaptable and in tune with a global industry that values collaboration across genres and borders.
• Build your creative and professional toolkit. Whether you're composing, performing, or managing, studying abroad helps you develop skills that go beyond the stage, like cultural fluency, self-reliance, and creative flexibility.

Things to know

Music study abroad comes with a few must-knows, especially when your instrument, schedule, and credits are in play.

• Course load - Make sure performance-based or theory-heavy classes will transfer cleanly to your home institution, and ask how much practice time or rehearsal space is included.
• Gear and storage - Traveling with instruments (especially larger ones) can be tricky. Ask programs if they provide rentals or safe storage options.
• Language and style fluency - You don’t need to be fluent in the local language, but learning a few phrases helps, especially when collaborating with musicians or navigating rehearsals.