Overview

The Music Education program of the University of Minnesota provides students with the knowledge, skills, and musicianship to become vital music educators. Building on a core curriculum that includes music theory, history, and literature, as well as extensive ensemble performance and applied study, Music Education majors complete education courses that fulfill Minnesota Licensure requirements (K-12).

Acquired Skills

Music training hones the following skills that are applicable to any career:

Self-discipline & persistence

Problem-solving

Entrepreneurship

Confidence

Research techniques

Ability to synthesize feedback/constructive criticism

The National Association of Schools of Music (NASM), which accredits UMD’s Music programs, ensures that our program addresses specific Music Education competencies.

Graduates of the baccalaureate degree program in Music Education satisfy Minnesota educator Standards of Effective Practice, leading to k-12 licensure in music.

Career Possibilities

UMD Music graduates continue on to graduate school to further their research or enjoy many different careers as music educators, professional performers, composers, conductors, music therapists, instrument repair technicians, music librarians, and sound editors, to name just a few.

Additionally, as a complement to any other field of work, a study in music opens the pathways to creative thinking, sharpens skills in collaboration and the ability to listen, and develops a way of thinking that weaves together disparate ideas.

Playing music also trains individuals to focus on the present and the future simultaneously. For these reasons and more, music is highly regarded as a complementary background for students pursuing careers in many other areas.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Vocal Techniques

Percussion Techniques

Woodwind Techniques

String Techniques

Brass Techniques

Instrumental Music Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-01 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-06-15 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

126 SCH

126 to 127 credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Music Art Education View 2701 other Bachelors 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

IELTS

6.5

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Submit your one-time $50 non-refundable application fee.

Original or certified copies of ALL secondary (high school) records must be issued by the school in a sealed envelope and mailed to the university.

Proof of English Proficiency.

Photocopy of Passport: only required if a student is in need of an I-20 form for F-1 student visa.

International students who will be studying at UMD on an F-1 visa are required to submit a completed Financial Certification Statement.

Tuition Fee

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International

20662 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 20662 USD per year during 48 months.
National

19760 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 19760 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

14320 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 14320 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Duluth

965 - 1380 USD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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