Music Education
(Master of Science in Education)

The College of Saint Rose Master of Science program in Music Education provides a specialized, in-depth study of the learning and the teaching of music. Students learn to develop their own unique philosophies of music and music education while refining research and performance skills. The program enables them to study both the curricular and pedagogical aspects of music education and prepares them for their chosen career. The Master of Science degree is necessary for professional certification to teach music in New York state.

The Saint Rose Difference
The College of Saint Rose Music Programs are fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music. Our graduate program in music education is specifically designed to help professional music teachers continue their education. Courses are scheduled conveniently and build upon previous undergraduate course work and teaching experience. As musicians and performers, students have the opportunity to share their love of music with children of all ages using diverse music education methods and techniques.

Our faculty consists of experienced teachers and performers who use their personal experiences to help students integrate the theory and practice of music education. Most courses are conducted in the College's Music Center, which includes a performance hall and practice rooms, and the Saints and Sinners Sound Studio, the College's on-campus sound and recording studio. By learning to use state-of-the-art music technology, students are prepared to use that technology for instructional purposes. In addition, they will continue to refine their performance skills and have the opportunity to perform in one of the music department's performing ensembles.

This program also offers a certification-only option that provides a teaching certificate to students with undergraduate degrees in Music rather than Music Education. In this program, students are required to complete a field experience component involving student teaching and observation as required by New York State. This hands-on participation allows students without education degrees to gain experience in classrooms around the Capital District.

Advanced Project
Students in the Music Education program are required to complete a six-credit final project consisting of a thesis or comprehensive seminar in Music/Music Education as well as a recital or research practicum. As the third and final component of the Music Education program, each final project option involves extensive research to prepare students for careers in the classroom.

Career Opportunities
With a degree or certification in Music Education, graduates are certified to teach choral, instrumental, and general music in public and private schools, grades K-12. Many students within the program are already employed in local school districts while completing the program, and nearly 100%
of graduates find immediate employment.

The following school districts throughout the Capital Region are either employers of graduates from the Music Education program, and/or providers of field experiences:

• Albany
• Ballston Spa
• Bethlehem
• Coxsackie-Athens
• Canajoharie
• Guilderland
• New York City
• North Colonie
• Saratoga Springs
• Shalmont
• Shenendehowa
• South Colonie
• Troy

Admission Requirements

• A completed Saint Rose Graduate
  School Application;
• A baccalaureate degree from an
  accredited institution;
• Official transcripts from all colleges/
  universities attended;
• An undergraduate grade point average of 3.0;
• If your undergraduate degree is in an area of music other than music education, you must complete all undergraduate music education requirements before being admitted to the program; and
• International applicants must submit English translations and evaluations of transcripts prepared by the college/university of origin or by a professional independent transcript evaluator, and a TOEFL score showing a minimum of 550 on the written or 213 on the computer-based exam.
• Two academic and/or professional recommendations

Certification-only Admission Requirements

• Applicants with an undergraduate music
  degree that lacks a music education component must submit transcripts for evaluation to determine their individual requirements in music and education for the initial certificate;
• Applicants with an undergraduate degree in an area other than music will be admitted only after either passing an entrance audition and placement test or through the Experienced Adult Portfolio Adjudication System; and
• Once students have completed initial certification requirements, they will automatically be accepted into the Master of Science in Education (Music Education) degree program.

The College of Saint Rose Music Department
432 Western Avenue, Albany, New York 12203
Phone: (518) 454-5178 • FAX: (518) 454-2146

Deadlines:
While Saint Rose Graduate School applications may be obtained from Graduate and Continuing Education Admissions, we encourage applicants to use our convenient
online application.

June 1:
Preferred Deadline for Fall Admission

October 15:
Preferred Deadline for Spring Admission

March 15:
Preferred Deadline for Summer Admission

There is no guarantee that applications received after deadlines can be reviewed in a timely enough manner to ensure matriculation and registration for the upcoming term.

Financial Aid Opportunities The College of Saint Rose offers a variety of academic and some need-based scholarships for graduate students. Interested students should contact Graduate and Continuing Education Admissions for specific details. Academic, Cultural Diversity & International Scholarships Application deadline: June 30 for Fall October 30 for Spring Graduate Assistantships Application deadline: August 5 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Application deadline: May 1 Deferred Payment Plan Employer Assistance Internship in Special Education A full-year paid internship opportunity is available for those applicants who possess provisional or initial certification in elementary, secondary, or special education. We understand that earning an advanced degree is a serious investment. That's why we invite you to tour our campus and speak with an admissions counselor.

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