Philadelphia,
PA,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Music Education in Philadelphia United States | Temple University
Temple University
|
Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
28,320
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
42 months
The Music Education Ph.D. program emphasizes cultivating university-level teaching abilities and research proficiency. This program equips music educators with sophisticated quantitative and qualitative research techniques to bridge the gap between academic findings and classroom application, while nurturing future faculty members capable of leading the music education field. Participants engage in specialized study of music education theory and practice, concentrating on skill enhancement and responsibility for varied student demographics within a dynamic educational landscape. Designed to accommodate both conventional and unconventional academic backgrounds, the program's adaptable structure creates exceptional possibilities for diverse specializations. Academic guidance comes from faculty advisors working alongside the department's doctoral committee. Temple University's Boyer College of Music and Dance offers this 60-credit doctoral program to enhance music educators' research capabilities and pedagogical knowledge. Students learn to implement research in practical music education settings, preparing them for leadership roles in the profession. Specialization options allow focus on developing competencies for teaching diverse learners in our changing educational environment. Each doctoral candidate selects a particular concentration area, with the curriculum accommodating various professional backgrounds and research interests.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
Master's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A degree in Music is expected. At least one degree, whether bachelor's or master's, must be in Music Education.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A degree in Music is required.
Statement of Goals: Provide a written account of your accomplishments to date, goals and expectations for the program, goals for beyond the program, and special interests in the discipline.
Standardized Test Scores:
GRE/MAT: Optional for Fall 2021 applicants.
Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master's degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:
TOEFL iBT: 100, 600 PBT
IELTS Academic: 7.0
The minimum admissions standard for all graduate students is ordinarily an undergraduate grade point average of B or 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or the functional equivalent for students who have attended universities outside of the United States.
Interview: After the complete admissions application has been received by Temple University, applicants should contact the department at 215-204-8310 to arrange a campus visit and schedule an interview.
Resume: Your current resume must be submitted in paper form with other supporting application materials and forwarded electronically to the department chair.
Writing Sample: Applicants submit a paper that was written while completing the master's degree. This paper should demonstrate the applicant's scholarship and writing ability.
Bachelor's Degree in Discipline/Related Discipline: A degree in Music is required.
Statement of Goals: Provide a written account of your accomplishments to date, goals and expectations for the program, goals for beyond the program, and special interests in the discipline.
Standardized Test Scores:
GRE/MAT: Optional for Fall 2021 applicants.
Applicants who earned their baccalaureate degree from an institution where the language of instruction was other than English, with the exception of those who subsequently earned a master's degree at a U.S. institution, must report scores for a standardized test of English that meet these minimums:
TOEFL iBT: 100, 600 PBT
IELTS Academic: 7.0
The minimum admissions standard for all graduate students is ordinarily an undergraduate grade point average of B or 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or the functional equivalent for students who have attended universities outside of the United States.
Interview: After the complete admissions application has been received by Temple University, applicants should contact the department at 215-204-8310 to arrange a campus visit and schedule an interview.
Resume: Your current resume must be submitted in paper form with other supporting application materials and forwarded electronically to the department chair.
Writing Sample: Applicants submit a paper that was written while completing the master's degree. This paper should demonstrate the applicant's scholarship and writing ability.
Tuition
USD
28,320