Overview

The Music Education M.Mus. at Georgia State University provides a flexible and rigorous academic pathway for educators seeking to advance their professional expertise. This fully online programme is specifically designed to help teachers secure T5 certification, enhancing their career opportunities and potential pay scales within the field.

Why Music Education at Georgia State University?

Georgia State University is recognised as a leader in music education, offering a curriculum that blends historical and philosophical contexts with modern instructional innovation. Students benefit from a dedicated School of Music faculty and a programme structure that supports diverse educational backgrounds. The university provides extensive support through the Scholarship Resource Center and specific awards like the Donald S. Gingrich Scholarship to ensure the programme remains accessible and affordable for all dedicated educators.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 16651 per semester
National fee: USD 16180 per semester
Local fee: USD 4895 per semester

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Syllabus

The curriculum comprises 36 credit hours, focusing on the integration of digital tools and advanced pedagogical strategies. Modules may include:

Computer Applications in Music
Foundations of Music Education
Music Teaching and Learning
Research in Music Education
Curriculum and Assessment in Music Education
Choral Conducting
Music Composition

Careers with Music Education

Graduates are well-prepared for advanced roles in both public and private educational sectors. The programme equips students with the credentials necessary for leadership positions, curriculum design, and educational consultancy. By focusing on instructional innovation and research application, the degree opens pathways to diverse professional environments.

The advanced training provided ensures that alumni can influence policy and advocate for the value of music within the broader educational landscape. Graduates often find success in community music direction and private instruction, leveraging their expertise to impact student learning outcomes across various cultural and global contexts.

Programme Structure

Required courses include:

Computer Applications in Music
Music Education
Seminar in Music Teaching and Learning
Research in Music Education
Curriculum and Assessment in Music Education

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-06-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

36 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Atlanta, United States

Disciplines

Education Music View 108 other Masters in Music in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A complete application to the online master of music, music education program includes:

Submitted Online Application
Application fee
Personal Statement
English Language test scores (International applicants only)
Two letters of recommendation
Upload Transcripts from each post-secondary college/university attended
Audition and/or portfolio for some concentrations
Music theory placement examination

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

33302 USD / year

≈ 33302 USD / year
Out-of-State

32360 USD / year

≈ 32360 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9790 USD / year

≈ 9790 USD / year

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Music Education.

Available Scholarships

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