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Master of Music Education in Music - Music Therapy

INTO Group - Illinois State University

USA,Illinois

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24 Months

Duration

CAD 23,440/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 50

Application Fee

Apply Date

USA, Illinois

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1857

Total Students: 20,878 +

Int. Students: 572 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

100 N University St, Normal, IL 61761, United States

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

Master of Music Education in Music - Music Therapy

Program Overview

The Master of Music in Music Therapy is designed to produce highly qualified and knowledgeable music therapists who have advanced training in music and its therapeutic applications. Students take classes in advanced study in music, the behavioral sciences, music therapy theory and application, and research methodology.
An MM in music therapy qualifies individuals for:

Supervisory or coordinator positions in arts therapies
College/university entry-level music therapy positions
Producing and disseminating scholarly work in music therapy through presentations/publications

Graduate students with an undergraduate degree in music, may simultaneously take undergraduate deficiency courses in music therapy while pursuing a Master's degree.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Master's Degree

Application Processing Days

30 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

24 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 50

Tuition Fee

CAD 23,440 per year

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

Living Cost in INTO Group - Illinois State 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 - 90
DUOLINGO
- Minimum Overall Score - 110.0

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

Minimum CGPA Required: 58.00 %

Additional Information

Scholarships

Jesse W Fell Scholarship
$12,000/year
• Apply for admission by November 1 for the following academic year
• Scholarship application is due December 15
• Direct Undergraduate Freshman
• Eligible for the Honors Program
• Minimum cumulative GPA of at least 3.75 on a 4.0 scale
• Awarded through a competitive scholarship competition
• Renewable up to four years if student maintains a cumulative 3.0 GPA

Undergraduate International
$1,000 __ $2,000/year
• Renewable annually for four years or through the length of the student’s original study plan, if student maintains a cumulative
2.75 GPA
• Minimum 3.0 GPA for $1,000 per year
• Minimum 3.5 GPA for $2,000 per year

Graduate International
Admissions Scholarship $2,000/year
• Minimum 3.5 GPA on 4.0 scale
• Students with graduate assistantships are not eligible
• Renewable annually through the length of the student’s original study plan, if the student maintains a cumulative 2.75 GPA

Illinois State Scholarships
Scholarship	Award/Benefits	Requirements	Frequency
Undergraduate International Admissions Scholarship	$1,000/year (3.0 GPA) $2,000/year (3.5 GPA)	Students must have achieved the cumulative admission GPA indicated.	Renewable annually through the length of the student’s original study plan, if the student maintains a cumulative 3.0 or 3.5 GPA
Graduate International Admissions Scholarship	$2,000/year (3.5 GPA)	Students must have achieved the cumulative admission GPA indicated. Students with graduate assistantships are not eligible.	Renewable annually through the length of the student’s original study plan, if the student maintains a cumulative 3.5 GPA
Presidential Scholarship	$11,000/year	Direct Undergraduate Freshman Eligible for the Honors Program Minimum 1360 SAT (or equivalent ACT) Minimum cumulative GPA of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale Apply for admission by November 15 for the following academic year Awarded through a competitive scholarship competition Scholarship application is distributed by invitation and is due in early January	Renewable up to 4 years
International Baccalaureate Scholarship	$1,000	Direct Entry Freshmen who complete the IB Diploma Program or IB Career-Related Certificate Program Apply for admission by November 15 for the following academic year Submit eligibility form online Academic credentials must be verified no later than July 15 Awarded as funds are available	One-time awa

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.