Overview

Music Therapy from Valparaiso University prepares students for national board certification (MT-BC) as music therapists. The curriculum includes 64 credits in music therapy and 31 credits in music, including supervised field training and internship.

Learning Goals

The general education requirements are listed in the University Catalog. The university-wide core curriculum strengthens students communication and critical thinking skills while introducing global cultures and traditions. Professional courses develop students’ skills in therapeutic skills, clinical musicianship, treatment planning, cultural responsiveness and more.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Musicianship

Music Theory

Development of Western Music

Musicianship

Basic Conducting

Large Ensemble

Concert Attendance

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-05-01 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2026-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-10-01 00:00:00 , International

More details

National: Rolling admissions throughout the year.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Music Art Therapy View 2669 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

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Other requirements

General requirements

You can enroll as an undergraduate if you:

Earned or will earn a high school diploma

Submit your high school and/or college transcripts

Submit a personal statement so we can get to know you better

Want to live your life to the fullest

International students:

Your application to Valparaiso University
A copy of your passport
An official copy of your high school transcripts, with an English translation if they are in another language.
Test Scores and Proof of English Proficiency.

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
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Tuition Fee

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International

46940 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 46940 USD per year during 48 months.
National

46940 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 46940 USD per year during 48 months.
In-State

46940 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 46940 USD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Valparaiso

1223 - 1978 USD /month

Living costs

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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