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Bachelor of Music Education

Global University Systems (GUS) - Concordia University Chicago

USA,Illinois

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 32,800/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

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USA, Illinois

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1864

Total Students: 6,100 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

7400 Augusta St, River Forest, IL 60305, United States

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Admission Requirements
Additional Info
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Bachelor of Music Education

Program Overview

This program combines two of Concordia University Chicago's strengths: music and education. We recognize the value of music in the lives of all students, providing quality programs, faculty and ensembles that exceed those of many other universities of comparable size.

Typically, graduates of a music education degree program pursue teaching positions in elementary or secondary schools as a choir, band and/or orchestra director or as a general music teacher. Upon completion of the BME program, you are qualified for the State of Illinois Type 10 K–12 Music Specialist certificate.

The Bachelor of Music Education (BME) degree is considered a professional degree program; that is, it prepares candidates for professional work in music teaching. Like the liberal arts music major, the BME includes academic courses, applied study and ensemble participation. Academic courses encompass the core areas of music theory and aural skills; music history; literature and conducting.

In the BME program, you will take a core of music education and professional education courses. In addition, you will choose a music education emphasis in instrumental, choral or general music. Throughout the course of your studies, you will observe, assist, teach and conduct in music classrooms prior to student teaching.

Concordia offers two specialized certificates that can be added to the BME program: a certificate in parish music (DPM) and a certificate in piano pedagogy. Depending upon interest and ability, graduates may find opportunities for teaching or leadership in these areas. Many music education graduates pursue continued study.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

4-Year Bachelor's Degree

Application Processing Days

45 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

48 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 32,800 per year

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

Living Cost in Global University Systems (GUS) - Concordia University Chicago

CAD 11,000 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 - 6.0
TOEFL
- Minimum Overall Score - 72

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Grade 12 / High School Diploma.

Minimum CGPA Required: 60.00 %

Additional Information

Music Education Program Opportunities

The Music Department is housed in Kretzmann Hall, which has two large rehearsal rooms, studios for instrumental and voice teaching, practice rooms, five pipe organs, and 35 pianos. Kretzmann also houses a computer lab for music study and composition, and an electronic piano lab for keyboard classes.

CUC’s choral groups are Kapelle, Schola Cantorum, Laudate (women’s choir) and Männerchor (men’s choir). Our instrumental groups include Wind Symphony, Chamber Orchestra, University Handbell Choirs, University Band, Jazz Band, Cougar Band and Résonaz.

A short train ride provides access to Chicago’s rich cultural life. Student tickets are available to Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Lyric Opera and other performance venues throughout the city as well as free tickets to the Symphony of Oak Park/ River Forest.

Scholarships

Merit based scholarship. No scholarship for UG . For PG if student has 80% CGPA will get scholarship.

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.