Overview

The Music Education - Teaching Certificate (K – 12) from Southwestern Adventist University is grounded in a commitment to excellence and performance. Whether your goal is to compose, perform, teach, or inspire, you will be supported by a close-knit department with a passion for nurturing talent.

Key Facts

With regular performance opportunities, one-on-one mentorship, and ensemble tours both locally and globally, students gain immersive musical experiences that prepare them for rewarding careers in the music industry.

Careers

Composer
Lyricist
Musical Performer
Private Music Instructor
Studio Performer
Choir Director
Music Educator
Worship Leader

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Music Theory

Ear Training and Sight Singing

Music Theory

Form and Analysis

Orchestration and Arranging

Music Composition and Technology

Music in the School

Basic Conducting

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

Schedule TOEFL®

PTE Academic

Schedule a PTE test!

IELTS

6.5

Prepare for Your English Test

Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation

Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

Trusted by 300k learners
98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Keene, United States

Disciplines

Education Music Teaching View 1222 other Bachelors in Teaching in United States

Join for free or log in to access our complete career info list.

Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

Schedule TOEFL®

PTE Academic

Schedule a PTE test!

IELTS

6.5

Prepare for Your English Test

Cathoven AI IELTS Preparation

Learn your IELTS Score

AI-powered IELTS feedback. Clear, actionable, and tailored to boost your writing & speaking score. No credit card or upfront payment required.

Trusted by 300k learners
98 accuracy using real exam data
4.9/5 student rating

Other requirements

General requirements

High School Transcript or GED

General Education Development (GED) test average score of 500 with no scores below 450.

Southwestern encourages the TEA Recommended High School Program of 26 credits, which will increase a student’s opportunities for success.

GPA of 2.75 or more

Copy of current passport information page

Submit at least 3 recent bank statements that give evidence of income

Submit the international student deposit of $1000 which includes the $200 residence hall room deposit, and a $100 non-refundable processing fee

A letter of acceptance from Southwestern Adventist University

An I-20 from Southwestern Adventist University

A valid passport and F-1 Visa for travel to the United States of America.

English Language Requirements

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

25440 USD / year

≈ 25440 USD / year
Out-of-State

25440 USD / year

≈ 25440 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

25440 USD / year

≈ 25440 USD / year

Living costs

Keene

United States

956 - 1772 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Get Visa Support

Get personalized guidance from a certified VFS Global advisor and save 20% through Studyportals.

Avoid common visa mistakes and delays
Know exactly what documents you need
Get a clear checklist tailored to your situation

In order for us to give you accurate scholarship information, we ask that you please confirm a few details and create an account with us.

Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Music Education - Teaching Certificate (K – 12).

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

About

Overview

Key Facts

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Keene

Funding

Need help with your student visa?

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

Our partners