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Master of Music in Music - Education

Central Michigan University

USA,Michigan

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 15,327/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 65

Application Fee

Sep 2025

Apply Date

USA, Michigan

Type: University

Location Type: Rural

Founded: 1892

Total Students: 15,465 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

1200 S Franklin St, Mt Pleasant, MI 48859, United States

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Music in Music - Education

Program Overview

Become a music educator with an extensive depth of knowledge in music education, theory and history. Gain the skills and expertise to shape, form and teach music students. You'll be prepared for teaching careers at the K-12 and college levels, as well as for competitive doctorate programs.

Why This Program & What You'll Learn
Continue to build your love for teaching and music in this fully accredited music education graduate program. You'll formalize your own teaching philosophy and practices through music theory, history, research and pedagogy courses. You'll work with a graduate coordinator to customize your course work to best meet your goals as an educator.

Plus, you can also choose to concentrate in music conducting, composition or performance depending on your interests. And you'll conduct education research with the help of accomplished music educators. You'll present your research in public forums and will be encouraged to submit your work to state, regional and national conferences.

We also offer a limited number of graduate assistantships with a tuition waiver of up to 20 credit hours and a stipend of $10,300. If awarded, you may teach 100-level courses or assist directors of large ensembles. It offers great experience for students hoping to teach at the college level.

Our alumni have secured countless K-12 positions throughout Michigan and the country. Some have been recognized with prestigious fellowships, scholarships and awards, such as the Grammy Music Educator of the Year award. Others have pursued prestigious doctorate programs or found tenure-track positions in academia. Many are sought after as clinicians and adjudicators at regional, national and international events.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

21 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
jan 2024		Closed
jan 2025		Closed
aug 2024		Closed
sep 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 65

Tuition Fee

CAD 15,327 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in Central Michigan University

CAD 13,000 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.5
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 79
GRE
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 53.0
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 100.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree.

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

No Scholarship
University usually provides in second year and for that student need to appear for an exam

Work Permit

PGWP

Optional Practical Training or OPT is a period during which students, who have completed their degrees in the USA, are permitted to work for one year on a student visa by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). OPT allows students to work for up to 3 years and develop real-world skills to survive in the competitive jobs market.

It is temporary employment for a period of 12-months that is directly related to the major area of study of an F-1 student. Eligible students have the option to apply for OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies and/or after completing their academic studies.

A student can participate in three types of Optional Practical Training (OPT):

Pre-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment provided to F-1 students before completion of their course of study.
Post-Completion OPT: This is temporary employment available to F-1 students after completing their course of study.
24 Month STEM Extension: Students enrolled in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses can a 24-month extension after their initial Post-Completion OPT authorization.