Overview

This option will satisfy the “Subject Matter Competence” requirement for music teacher credentialing (licensing) in California. California has a long practice of separating the actual credential program and coursework from the Bachelor’s degree, requiring that a Credential Program be a 1-year post-baccalaureate sequence focusing on the development of teaching skills and deepening knowledge of educational psychology and the social and legal obligations of schools.

For those desiring to work with youth in musical organizations, after-school programs, and private schools, as well as preparing for graduate study in music therapy, the Option in Pedagogy (Pre-Credential) is also excellent preparation.

Many graduates of CPP’s Music - Pedagogy (Pre-Credential) option at Cal Poly Pomona University and Single Subject Credential are teaching in school districts nearby, and are now often the cooperating teacher mentors for our students in their clinical practice. Over the last 15 years, our graduates who desire to teach have gone on to successful teaching in schools across California. The others are pursuing related opportunities, including performing, private teaching, composing, music therapy, and graduate study.

Direct Application and Audition

Applicants applying directly to the BM in Pedagogy (Pre-credential) at Cal Poly Pomona University must audition on their main instrument/voice to demonstrate their foundational knowledge of music. All styles of music are welcome, and students are encouraged to present what shows them at their best. The course of study will include classical with other traditions and styles as appropriate for each student. Click here for general audition information.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Vocal Pedagogy
Woodwind Activity
Guitar Activity
Secondary Choral Methods

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Pomona, 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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General requirements

Undergraduate applicants (freshmen and transfer) – If you have attended school in the U.S., you will be asked to enter your U.S. coursework on your Cal State Apply application. If you attended school outside of the U.S., you will not need to enter your coursework. However, you will be asked to mail a copy of such international transcripts so that we may assess your academic profile.
A $70 non-refundable application filing fee must be paid at the time of application submission. Instructions for payment can be found on Cal State Apply.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

13320 USD / year

≈ 13320 USD / year
Out-of-State

13320 USD / year

≈ 13320 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

6450 USD / year

≈ 6450 USD / year

Living costs

Pomona

United States

1100 - 1600 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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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Direct Application and Audition

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

Pomona

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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