Overview

The curriculum gives students a broad understanding of the skills necessary to be a music educator, including conducting, music theory, ensemble and solo playing, music history and more.

Music Education majors will:

Learn the intricacies of teaching voice, strings, winds and percussion through hands-on experiences
Perform in a large ensemble (Choir, Orchestra, and/or Wind Ensemble)
Study privately with one of Northwest Nazarene University's studio instructors
Complete multiple field experiences at local schools
Attend recitals and concerts

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Educational Psychology
Concert/Recital Attendance
Digital Music and Technology
Music and Creativity
Percussion Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-31 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Nampa, 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

Undergraduate Application
SAT or ACT Score (Unofficial copies accepted)
Unofficial High School Transcript (Official needed after graduation)

Tuition Fees

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

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Applies to you

Non-residents

42430 USD / year

≈ 42430 USD / year
Out-of-State

42430 USD / year

≈ 42430 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

42430 USD / year

≈ 42430 USD / year

Living costs

Nampa

United States

750 - 1100 USD / month

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

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Overview

The curriculum gives students a broad understanding of the skills necessary to be a music educator, including conducting, music theory, ensemble and solo playing, music history and more.

Music Education majors will:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Nampa

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