Overview

The graduate program in Music Education at Buffalo State SUNY is designed for the music teacher who already possesses an initial teaching certificate and a bachelor's degree in music education from an accredited institution. This is the only completely online master of music program with the State University of New York system.

Key Facts

The department anticipates developing additional elective graduate offerings in the areas of music education, music technology, music history, music theory, composition, and/or performance after the initial implementation of the degree.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Graduate Music History

Curriculum and Assessment

Contemporary Issues in Music Education

Research Methods in Music Education

Educational Psychology

Independent Study

Social Commentary in Musical Theatre

Repertoire and Ensemble Leadership

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Buffalo, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).

Bachelor's degree in music education from an accredited institution.

Three letters of recommendation

A resume of educational and professional achievements.

A scholarly writing sample

Although not required, formal music teaching experience in public or private school systems is preferred.

Applicants may be asked to participate in a phone or on-line interview at the discretion of the music education coordinator.

Initial Certificate in Music

Online Application

Application Fee

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A copy of the applicant's passport bio page.

Financial Statement (FSA-4)

English language proficiency.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

16950 USD / year

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Out-of-State

16950 USD / year

≈ 16950 USD / year

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