Program Overview
The Music Education at Howard University is a MA programme in Education, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Music Education programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 15,654 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 15,654 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Washington, D. C., United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Music Education programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Foundations of Music Education
- Graduate Research in Music Education
- Psychology of Music
- Administration & Supervision of Music Education
- Performance (primary instrument)
- Conducting
- Theory and Analysis
- History and Literature
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of 3 or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
1. A successful audition.
2. Timely submission of all required admissions materials, including:
a. the\xc2\xa0Department of Music Application for Graduate Study;
b. a non-refundable $45 application fee (cashier\'s check or money order ONLY) payable to "Howard University";
c. an official transcript from each college or university attended;
d. three (3) letters of recommendation (in sealed envelopes) from former instructors;
e. an Autobiographical Sketch (personal biography); and
f. a Statement of Academic and Research Interest.
For those wishing to major or minor in performance, one of the three letters of recommendation must come from the most recent instructor in voice/instrument.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 15,654 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 15,654 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 15,654 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 15,654 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Howard University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Howard University
Howard University
Washington, United States
Howard University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-11-17
- Start Date 2018-03-01
- Language English