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With well over 1,000 music programs offered in the U.S., it wasn’t easy to narrow it down to just 50! The aim of these annual awards is to recognize excellence specifically in terms of how U.S. post-secondary institutions serve foreign musicians in particular. Whether it’s excellence in teaching, superior financial aid or international student services, the schools listed below go above and beyond for their foreign musician students and we thank them for helping to foster a global community of artists, right here in the United States. * Please bear in mind the difficulty in adjudicating such a competition. The number of factors to consider is virtually endless and one student’s experience may not reflect another’s. * #10 - Cleveland Institute of Music  CATEGORY WINNER! #2 Most Innovative Classical Program  CATEGORY WINNER! #2 Best International Student Services With an international student body of approximately 25% of the total, the Cleveland Institute of Music is one of the top destinations for foreign musicians. Their practice rooms and performance venues alike are acoustically advanced and there are a wide variety of performance opportunities available to students. The Cleveland Institute of Music also offers exceptional services for foreign musicians, including weekend excursions, in-depth language courses, and numerous after-class activities. #9 - Frost School of Music - University of Miami The prestigious Frost School of Music has built its reputation on...

With well over 1,000 music programs offered in the U.S., it wasn’t easy to narrow it down to just 50! The aim of these annual awards is to recognize excellence specifically in terms of how U.S. post-secondary institutions serve foreign musicians in particular. Whether it’s excellence in teaching, superior financial aid or international student services, the schools listed below go above and beyond for their foreign musician students and we thank them for helping to foster a global community of artists, right here in the United States. * Please bear in mind the difficulty in adjudicating such a competition. The number of factors to consider is virtually endless and one student’s experience may not reflect another’s. * #20 - John Hopkins University Students who wish to pursue a rigorous music program will not be disappointed by the Peabody Institute at John Hopkins University. As one of the oldest conservatories, in America, this distinguished program has a two-part focus: training musicians to be their best and preparing them for a successful and sustainable career as a musician. Both graduate assistantships and scholarships are available to help make the program more accessible for foreign and domestic students alike. #19 - William Paterson University of New Jersey With a number of scholarships available, extremely close proximity to New York City, and a smaller price tag than many of the nearby options, William...

With well over 1,000 music programs offered in the U.S., it wasn’t easy to narrow it down to just 50! The aim of these annual awards is to recognize excellence specifically in terms of how U.S. post-secondary institutions serve foreign musicians in particular. Whether it’s excellence in teaching, superior financial aid or international student services, the schools listed below go above and beyond for their foreign musician students and we thank them for helping to foster a global community of artists, right here in the United States. * Please bear in mind the difficulty in adjudicating such a competition. The number of factors to consider is virtually endless and one student’s experience may not reflect another’s. * #30 - Middle Tennessee State University The Middle Tennessee State University School of Music presents over 180 concerts every year in genres from fully staged operas to chamber music performances to jazz concerts. Numerous scholarships are available for exceptional musicians who show a likelihood for getting involved on campus. Another significant advantage of MTSU is its proximity to Nashville, Tennessee, one of the U.S.’ top thriving music communities. #29 - Western Michigan University School of Music  CATEGORY WINNER! #3 Cutting-Edge Jazz Program Western Michigan University’s School of Music strikes a balance between intimacy and size. With under 400 enrolled students, it’s a strong institution for foreign musicians who wish to experience...