Overview

The Music Education M.M.Ed at Rowan University provides a comprehensive platform for music educators to advance their professional practice within a technologically evolving society. This programme is specifically designed to help practitioners refine their philosophical approaches while addressing diversity and equity in the classroom. Students engage with a curriculum that bridges theoretical research and practical instruction to become effective change makers in their schools.

Why Music Education at Rowan University?

Rowan University is fully accredited by the National Association for Schools of Music (NASM), ensuring high standards of excellence in musical instruction. The programme offers a unique hybrid structure that allows educators to maintain full-time employment while completing most coursework through interactive online sessions. A distinctive feature of the experience is the summer residency, which facilitates direct collaboration with guest scholars and experts from across the country. Students also benefit from the flexibility of choosing between a thesis or a non-thesis track to align with their future doctoral aspirations or classroom goals.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 923 per credit
National fee: USD 923 per credit
Local fee: USD 923 per credit

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Syllabus

The curriculum requires 33 semester hours and includes a blend of core foundations and specialised seminars. Modules may include:

Equity and Access in Music Education
Innovation in Curriculum and Instruction
Social and Psychological Environments of Music Learning
Philosophy of Music Education
Research in Music Education
Global Musics in Education
Special Topic Seminars
Supporting Music Studies
Final Project or Thesis

Careers with Music Education

Graduates of this programme are prepared to take on leadership roles within the field of music education, serving as school-based change makers and advanced practitioners. The M.M.Ed. provides the necessary academic foundation for those seeking to progress into doctoral-level studies or research positions. By honing skills in pedagogy, curriculum design, and musicianship, alumni are equipped to enhance their impact in diverse K-12 settings and pluralistic educational environments.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research in Music Education
Global Musics in Education
Philosophy of Music Education
Social and Psychological Environments of Music Learning
Innovation in Curriculum and Instruction
Equity and Access in Music Education

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00
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Starting 2027-05-12 00:00:00
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Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
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Language

English

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Credits

33 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Glassboro, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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

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Other requirements

General requirements

Rowan Global Application Form
$65 (U.S.) non-refundable application fee
Bachelor’s degree in music (or its equivalent) from an accredited institution of higher learning
Official transcripts from all colleges attended (regardless of number of credits earned)
Current professional resume
Department Essay
Typewritten philosophy of music education statement
Two letters of recommendation

Tuition Fees

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30459 USD / year

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