Honolulu,
HI,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD in Music- Music Education in Honolulu United States | University of Hawaii at Manoa
University of Hawaii at Manoa
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Honolulu United States
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
33,648
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Music Education Department at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa (UHM) delivers an extensive curriculum focused on preparing qualified educators for both public and private school systems. Students pursuing undergraduate studies can earn a Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) with specialization options in choral/general music or instrumental music (band/orchestra). The program's teaching certification is reciprocally accepted in more than 30 U.S. states.
Over the last five years, over 80% of UHM's music education graduates secured full-time teaching roles in Hawaii, working in general music, choir, and instrumental programs. Some of these positions were newly established, reflecting growing recognition of music's benefits for children's development.
Our programs align with local educational requirements while maintaining national accreditation through the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM). Students gain comprehensive training in both musical and pedagogical disciplines, complemented by 200+ hours of structured fieldwork in K-12 environments before student teaching. This hands-on approach helps develop teaching competencies, self-assessment abilities, and professional development planning.
UHM also provides MA programs (with optional certification) and PhDs in Music Education. Most graduate students are working Hawaii music teachers who typically take four credits per semester, allowing flexible degree completion. Beyond core coursework, graduate students can participate in various ensembles, receive private instruction, and explore ethnomusicology with emphasis on Asian Pacific traditions. Financial aid opportunities exist for graduate candidates.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
applicants for admission to the PhD program must present:
a master's degree in music (in the area of emphasis) or equivalent,
an excellent academic record,
two copies of a transcript from each post secondary institution attended
(official transcripts sent directly from the institution in a sealed institutional envelope must be submitted after the student is admitted, transcripts are not required for any coursework completed at any of the UH campuses since Graduate Admissions will obtain UH transcripts on behalf of applicants.),
three confidential letters of recommendation (not more than two years old) on forms provided by the music department,
a sample of academic writing proficiency such as a recent term paper, and
for non-native speakers of English a TOEFL score of 560 or better.
Graduate Division requires a minimum GPA of 3.0 for unconditional admissio
Applicants who are not native speakers of English must take the Test of English as a Second Language (TOEFL) and have the TOEFL score sent directly to the University of Hawaii at Mnoa. Paper-based (P), computer-based (C), and internet-based (I) minimum requirements for UH Music are:
560(P), 220(C), or 83(I) for all PhD students, and IELTS- Minimum score is 6.00 for the IELTS Academic overall band test results
a master's degree in music (in the area of emphasis) or equivalent,
an excellent academic record,
two copies of a transcript from each post secondary institution attended
(official transcripts sent directly from the institution in a sealed institutional envelope must be submitted after the student is admitted, transcripts are not required for any coursework completed at any of the UH campuses since Graduate Admissions will obtain UH transcripts on behalf of applicants.),
three confidential letters of recommendation (not more than two years old) on forms provided by the music department,
a sample of academic writing proficiency such as a recent term paper, and
for non-native speakers of English a TOEFL score of 560 or better.
Graduate Division requires a minimum GPA of 3.0 for unconditional admissio
Applicants who are not native speakers of English must take the Test of English as a Second Language (TOEFL) and have the TOEFL score sent directly to the University of Hawaii at Mnoa. Paper-based (P), computer-based (C), and internet-based (I) minimum requirements for UH Music are:
560(P), 220(C), or 83(I) for all PhD students, and IELTS- Minimum score is 6.00 for the IELTS Academic overall band test results
Tuition
USD
33,648