Master of Music Education Program
The focus of the graduate degree program in Music Education is upon preparation to be a more skillful teacher. The course work is divided equally between music education and other studies with many possible options, varying according to the student's needs and interests. Students completing the graduate program receive the Master of Music degree in Music Education.
Graduate Equivalency Program
Students who have earned an undergraduate music degree but do not hold teacher certification are accepted for a graduate equivalency program leading to the graduate degree with certification to teach music. Additional courses and additional time on campus are required, depending upon the student's undergraduate course work and preparation. Completion of the graduate program leads to the Master of Music degree in Music Education with licensure to teach music K-12.
Graduate assistantships, scholarships and awards are available for graduate Music Education students. Contact the School of Music for specific information.
Admission Requirements
Auditions demonstrating graduate-level proficiency are required for diagnostic purposes only. Taped auditions are accepted provisionally, and only when a personal audition is difficult or impossible to arrange. A writing sample on a topic assigned by the Music Education Division and a videotape rehearsal or teaching episode are also required.
For further program information, please contact:
Graduate Program:
Graduate Chair
Ohio University School of Music
Robert Glidden Hall
Email: gradmusic@ohio.edu
Music Education Degree Programs:
Dr. Dorothy Bryant
Chair, Professional Studies Area
Ohio University School of Music
Robert Glidden Hall
bryantd@ohio.edu