This graduate concentration is part of the Master of Music program.
Advance your teaching career
Do you already hold your Texas teaching certification? Develop the advanced skills and expertise needed to excel in public school classrooms or higher education with a Master of Music in music education. You'll graduate prepared to lead with confidence, conduct meaningful educational research and design innovative curricula.
Choose your focus
Each focus provides the targeted training you need to grow as a specialist in your field.
- Choral: Hone your rehearsal methods and repertoire knowledge.
- Wind Band: Build your expertise in band techniques and literature.
- Elementary/General Music: Master pedagogical theories for young learners.
Applying to the music master's program
Requirements for admission
To be eligible for consideration into the program, you must:
- meet the SFA Graduate School requirements
- have an overall undergraduate 2.5 GPA or higher
- and be one of the following:
- in your final year of undergraduate work
- holding a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university
- or have 95 or more semester hours of undergraduate work at SFA and be approved as an overlap student.
Ready to complete your application?
Applying to SFA's School of Music is a two-part process. Application requirements and audition materials are provided in the online music application.
- Apply to the Graduate School and submit your official transcripts.
- Apply to the School of Music.
- Select your desired degree to view details on required application and audition materials.
Priority deadlines
For priority consideration, submit your completed application by the following dates:
- Jan. 15 for all required documents.
- March 15 for all audition/interviews.
The deadline to apply for the upcoming Fall semester is July 13 or when the program reaches capacity, whichever occurs first.
See curriculum
Curriculum requirementsIs there a capstone?
Yes, a comprehensive exam during your final semester.
How are courses offered?
Online.
Do I need work experience?
Yes, at least two years teaching in a public-school setting.
Is this program accredited?
Yes, with NASM.
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