Master of Music in Music Education in Washington United States | Howard University

Howard University | Washington United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD 37,720
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months

The Music Department operates as a distinguished Fine Arts division at a private historically Black university. We aim to draw in talented students from diverse backgrounds who demonstrate both artistic excellence and academic promise, offering them an outstanding scholarly setting and musical training across various disciplines including performance, research, teaching methods, music technology, therapy, and composition.
Our faculty consists of top-tier professionals committed to mentoring students through exemplary guidance, helping them achieve their utmost creative and intellectual capabilities. We prioritize expanding educational and cultural access for global communities, with special attention to celebrating the musical heritage of African Diaspora cultures.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

All applicants to the graduate program in music must have earned either a BA, BS or BM degree in music granted by an accredited college or university. Applicants to the Music Education Master's program must have earned a bachelor's degree from an accredited music program with a completed major equivalent to certification by a state agency to teach music (K-12).

The applicant must have a cumulative GPA of no lower than 3.0 based on a 4.0 scale and a GPA of no lower than 3.0 in all major field courses for admission consideration. Statement of Academic Interest & Professional Goals,
Autobiographical Sketch,
Resume,
Three letters of recommendation (minimum), and
Official transcripts from each university or college attended all graduate applicants are required to pass an entrance audition and interview before being admitted to the program Cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.00 for graduate.
IELTS - a minimum overall band score of 6.5, with no individual band score below 6.0.
TOEFL - (iBT) - 90

a phone interview with a faculty member in the music education area,
two (2) letters of recommendation only, one from the student's student teaching cooperating teacher and one from the student's music education professor,
a copy of the PRAXIS Music Content Exam score, and
one year of teaching is preferred but not required.

Tuition USD 37,720
Washington D.C., DC, United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree

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