Overview
The goal of the Music, Music Education Specialization at Colorado State University is for students to develop the skill, intellect, and musicianship necessary among those who wish to become the next generation of leaders in the field of music education.
The music education faculty at Colorado State University are all experienced educators with a passion for teaching, learning, and having a positive impact on students through music making and learning. Graduate students in music education at CSU have the opportunity to collaborate with faculty to learn innovative instruction and research techniques that are designed to impact K-12 instruction.
In this full-time, in-residency program, students will work in a rigorous academic environment to develop content knowledge about the history and philosophy of music education, understanding of how music research is conducted, advanced skills in music analysis and music literature, and high-level training in conducting and ensemble methods.
Students will also have the opportunity to participate in CSU music ensembles to strengthen musicianship skills and experience various styles of repertoire with renowned conductors.
Student Employment
Graduate students interested in employment positions (GTA, GRA, GSA appointments and hourly positions) should contact their advisor and their departmental graduate coordinator for the process to apply.
Programme Structure
Areas of Study- Music Education
- Music Education + Teacher Licensure
- Kodály Option (Online)
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Education Music View 3085 other Masters in Education in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
Official, sealed undergraduate transcripts
- a typed statement of career goals and specific reasons for applying to the CSU
- degree program (2-3 pages)
- narrative essay that considers a current issue facing the field of music education in
- K-12 schools in the United States (ideally between 5-10 pages in length),
- • a 35-45 minute Music Teaching video (please include a lesson plan or narrative
- description including lesson objectives and relevant contextual information)
Tuition Fee
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International
26564 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 13282 USD per semester during 12 months. -
National
26564 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 13282 USD per semester during 12 months. -
In-State
10834 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5417 USD per semester during 12 months.
Online: $585.04 per credit
Living costs for Fort Collins
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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