音乐艺术博士学位课程旨在培养完整的音乐家，同时强调最高水平的音乐家才能和实际的学术见识。每种课程都旨在为各自的候选人提供最高级的绩效，教学或作文准备。在乐器演奏的第一年，DMA应该花在住所上，这意味着全日制状态，每学期的最低课程负荷为9学分。允许在住所前的一个夏季课程。音乐艺术博士课程必须在入学之日起七年内完成。DMA由一个集中区域和一个选修次要区域组成。
The Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) degree program is designed to develop the complete musician, emphasizing both the highest level of musicianship and practical scholarly insight. Each curriculum is intended to prepare the respective candidate for a career at the most advanced level of performance, teaching, or composition. Completion of the DMA usually takes a minimum of two full years beyond the master's degree. The first year should be spent in residence, implying full-time status with a minimum course load of 9 credits per semester. One summer session prior to residence is permitted. Doctor of Musical Arts programs must be completed within seven years from the date of matriculation. The DMA consists of an area of concentration and an elective minor area. Strong musical training and versatility are needed to make a career as a performer. As an instrumentalist at Hartt, you receive training in performance, pedagogy, and career development. Solo, chamber, and large ensemble opportunities provide experience in standard repertoire and new works. We also offer many opportunities to perform in collaborative environments such as playing in the pit orchestras for an opera, dance concert, or a musical theatre production.