Music Education (MM)

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Overview

This program is designed for those wishing to earn a Master of Music in Music Education. Develop leadership skills as an accomplished teacher, enhance your teaching credentials, advance your pay scale, gain access to current educational trends and issues and broaden your perspectives on music education.

Learn about School of Music graduate admissions/auditions requirements.

Please note: Students interested in earning the MM degree are required to take the Departmental Diagnostic Examination. The purpose of this examination is to identify your strengths and weaknesses in music history and music theory. The diagnostic examination is used as a formative assessment to help guide your course of study. It is not used as a criteria for admissions decisions.

Convenient course delivery

Courses in this program are offered via interactive video conferencing methods (including Adobe Connect) Monday evenings during fall and spring semesters. Summers may include additional video conferencing sessions. Some coursework is offered online using eLearning, a Blackboard learning management system requiring Internet access and a web browser. While most students encounter very few technical difficulties with our online courses, our team of support specialists is available to assist you as needed.

Program Schedule

Music Education (MM) - Fall 2017 Cohort

Tentative course schedule
Click on a course title to view the course description (if available).

Fall 2017

MUS ED

6300

Foundations of Music Education

Examination of the foundations and underlying principles of music education.

3 unit(s)

Spring 2018

MUS ED

5450

Developments and Trends in Music Education

Evolving issues important to music educators. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite(s): MUS ED 1500 (570:050); junior standing.

3 unit(s)

Summer 2018

MUS HIST

5800

Music History Survey for Graduates

Review of various style periods, media, and forms in music history of our culture. Required of all graduate students who do not demonstrate adequate proficiency as a result of the Graduate Music History Diagnostic Examination. May be repeated for credit. Does not count toward minimum degree requirements. Prerequisite(s): junior standing.

2 unit(s)

Not required for those passing history diagnostic exam.

MUS THEO

5800

Theory Survey for Graduates

Review of theoretical principles and methods of analysis. Required of all graduate students who do not demonstrate adequate proficiency as a result of the Graduate Theory Diagnostic Examination. Does not count toward minimum degree requirements. Prerequisite(s): junior standing.

2 unit(s)

Not required for those passing theory diagnostic exam.

MUS HIST

5140

Music History--Romantic

Prerequisite(s): MUS HIST 1030 (590:003); junior standing.

3 unit(s)

MUS HIST

6220

Research and Writing in Music

Designed to familiarize students with specialized resources for research in music and to apply evaluative criteria to those resources. Emphasis on the development of writing skills, incorporating sources, and presenting ideas in a well-reasoned and professional manner.

3 unit(s)

MUS THEO

6100

Analytical Techniques I

Investigation of music from chant through 18th century. Examination of major composers and their works in historical context, emphasizing development of Western tradition. Prerequisite(s): MUS THEO 3800/5800 (580:180g) or passing score on Graduate Theory Diagnostic Examination. Prerequisite(s) or corequisite(s): MUS HIST 6220 (590:222).

3 unit(s)

Fall 2018

MUS ED

6210

Research Methodology in Music Education

Introduction to various research methodologies used in music education. Required of graduate Music Education majors.

3 unit(s)

Spring 2019

MUS ED

6820

Seminar: Music Learning and Behavior

Exploration of behavioral, cognitive, and developmental theories affecting music teaching and learning. Required of graduate Music Education majors.

3 unit(s)

Course details and enrollment information

Summer 2019

MUS ED

6285

Readings in Music Education: Inclusive Music Education

3 unit(s)

Course details and enrollment information

MUS ED

6285

Readings in Music Education: Progressive Music Education

3 unit(s)

Course details and enrollment information

MUS THEO

6110

Analytical Techniques II

Continuation of MUS THEO 6100 (580:210). Investigation of music written from 1800 to present day. Examination of major composers and their works in historical context, emphasizing development of Western tradition. Prerequisite(s): MUS THEO 3800/5800 (580:180g) or passing score on Graduate Theory Diagnostic Examination.

3 unit(s)

Course details and enrollment information

Fall 2019

MUS ED

6299

Research

Prerequisite(s): consent of department.

3 unit(s)

Comprehensive exams proctored in August and November.

FAQs

General information

What are the costs?

All students pay the same tuition rate, regardless of location, making it an affordable option for all students.

Tuition for the 2018-19 academic year is $509 per unit of graduate credit or $320 per unit of undergraduate credit. An additional technology fee per course may apply. Tuition and fees are expected to rise each May, typically announced by the Iowa Board of Regents in March.

Do I qualify for financial aid?

Distance education students may qualify for financial aid with the following eligibility requirements:

Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
Be admitted to UNI and enrolled in a degree-seeking or Advanced Studies Certificate program
Be enrolled for a minimum number of credits per semester or summer session
Be in compliance with satisfactory academic progress standards

Specific questions about financial aid should be directed to the Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships at 319-273-2700 or fin-aid@uni.edu

Why choose the University of Northern Iowa?

Since its establishment in 1876 as the Iowa State Normal School, the University of Northern Iowa has maintained its affirmed commitment to the support of excellence in teacher education. That commitment remains strong as the university continues to prepare students to become teachers, as well as provide opportunities for career advancement in the field of education. In addition to a commitment to teaching, our faculty members are engaged in research, writing and professional development. View UNI's national rankings and honors.

I'm not sure about distance learning. How can I make sure it’s right for me?

Research findings demonstrate that students of all types of learning styles can succeed in a distance environment. View our tips for being a successful distance learner.

What kind of support services can I expect to receive?

The University of Northern Iowa is committed to providing comprehensive support services for distance education students. The Office of Continuing and Distance Education serves as your primary point of contact in accessing distance education support services, including enrollment services, technical support for online course tools and more. You are also given access to the UNI Rod Library’s print and electronic collections for your convenience. View a complete list of services and support resources.

Please contact the Office of Continuing and Distance Education at 319-273-5970, 800-648-3864 or distance@uni.edu with any questions. If we don’t have the answer, we will do our best to find it.

Will academic advising assistance be provided?

You will work with the program coordinator when communicating about the program of study. Once participating in the program, you will be assigned a faculty advisor who will work with you one-on-one regarding your progress in the program.

Program specific information

How do I get started?

See the "Next Steps" tab above for information. If you have any questions, please contact the program coordinator(s) and/or enrollment contact below or contact the Office of Continuing and Distance Education at ContinuingEd@uni.edu.

What happens if I miss a course in the sequence?

While it is often possible to make up courses that are missed, our commitment is to deliver the courses as outlined in the cohort schedule. This is not designed as a program in which students come and go. Rather, the cohort model requires that students take the prescribed sequence in unison. Should you need to miss a course, you should consult with your program advisor for options.

How will I enroll in the courses?

When you have completed the steps to admission and have been accepted into the program, we will send you details and information about how to enroll in the first course. After you participate in the first term of courses in the cohort sequence, the Office of Continuing and Distance Education will notify you with enrollment details for the next term of courses as they become available. You are required to enroll in your courses each semester.

Can I take the courses out of sequence or start at a later date?

The program is planned so that students move through the sequence of courses as a cohort group. The first course forms a foundation for the program and includes an introduction unit describing the program goals, sequence of courses, standards, rubrics and academic expectations. For that reason, it is important that you enroll and complete the courses in the same sequence. Program faculty expect that students have a growing knowledge of concepts built upon a prescribed sequence of courses. In addition, program faculty work to build an online community as students move through the course sequence together.

How are the courses delivered?

For information about course delivery, please see the "Overview" tab above.

Additional FAQs

What are the GPA guidelines?

Undergraduate GPA	Admission consideration
3.0 and above	May be considered for full admission
2.75-2.99	May be considered for provisional admission
Less than 2.75	May be denied admission

Can transfer credits from another college/university apply toward program requirements?

In general, students complete the full set of courses outlined in the program. It is possible to transfer a limited number of graduate credits. However, this credit must meet the following criteria:

Course must be a regular graduate course with a graduate course number (not professional development or college credit through an Educational Agency or conference).
Course must be taken by the student in graduate status, and the official transcript must show a grade of B- or better earned.
Course must be applicable as a graduate requirement at the institution where it is taken.
Course must be taught by regular graduate faculty.
Course must meet the UNI seven-year recency requirement.
Academic departments will determine whether or not they wish to accept transfer credit even if it meets the above requirements. These criteria were established to prevent credits not intended for use toward graduate degrees (i.e., Area Education Agency/professional development credits) from being used to meet UNI degree program requirements.

Please check with the program coordinator about specific situations and Transfer Evaluation Forms.

What are the benefits of pursuing the Master of Music in Music Education degree?

The Master of Music in Music Education program helps you develop leadership skills as an accomplished teacher, enhances your teaching credentials, advances your pay scale, provides access to current educational trends and issues and broadens your perspectives on music education.

Is the GRE or any other examination required?

Students interested in earning the MM degree are required to take the Departmental Diagnostic Examination. The purpose of this examination is to identify your strengths and weaknesses in music history and music theory. The diagnostic examination is used as a formative assessment to help guide your course of study. It is not used as a criteria for admissions decisions.

Are there any additional School of Music admissions requirements?

Please refer to the School of Music graduate admissions/auditions requirements for more information.

Next Steps

We want to hear from you!

Please complete the online interest form to the right to express your interest in joining a future Music Education MM cohort. We will use the information you provide to send you program updates, including important information about application deadlines.

Delivery of the program is contingent on a sufficient number of students being accepted into the program.

Program Coordinator(s):

Kevin Droe

School of Music

(319) 273-3073

Kevin.Droe@uni.edu

Enrollment Contact:

Jamie Anderson

Continuing and Distance Education

(319) 273-7206

Jamie.Anderson@uni.edu