MSc in Music Education (Professional) in Syracuse United States | Syracuse University

The Master of Science programs in Music Education equip graduates to become creative musicians, inspiring teachers, and passionate arts advocates within their schools and communities.

These collaborative programs offered by the School of Education's Department of Teaching and Leadership and The Setnor School of Music create an exceptional learning environment where students cultivate the knowledge and abilities needed to evolve into accomplished, self-directed professionals and lifelong music educators. Syracuse University offers three distinct Music Education master's degree options tailored to your current New York State teaching credentials and career goals:

The Music Education: Preparation M.S. program serves students holding a NASM-recognized bachelor's degree who seek initial music certification. This curriculum fulfills all academic prerequisites for both initial and professional New York State teaching certification in Music (all grade levels).
The Music Education: Professional M.S. program is designed for educators who already possess New York State initial certification in Music (all grades) and wish to specialize in education. This pathway satisfies the academic standards for professional New York State Music certification.
The Music Education: Professional M.Mus. program caters to certified New York State music teachers (all grades) who want to focus on musical specialization. This program meets all academic requirements for professional New York State Music certification.