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EdM Music and Music Education at Columbia University

Columbia University, United States

Programme overview

An advanced professional degree for music education practitioners preparing graduates for careers in elementary schools, secondary schools and colleges, with emphasis on improving instruction and curriculum.

Faculty: Teachers College  |  Department: Music and Music Education  |  Duration: 60 points  |  Intake: Spring, Summer, Fall  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

Pedagogy, research, music literacies/musicianship and music performance areas; breadth courses outside the music programmes; capstone online course A&HM 4501; portfolio and demonstrated musicianship.

Career pathways

Teaching in elementary schools, secondary schools and colleges.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Online application with statement of purpose and resume; transcripts or course-by-course evaluations for all undergraduate and graduate coursework; English proficiency exam results if applicable; two letters of recommendation; $75 application fee; undergraduate major in music or music education, or sufficient musical training and experience; optional digital portfolio. Deadlines: Spring Nov 15; Summer and Fall Jan 15 priority, Apr 1 final (2027 entry).

Intake: Spring, Summer, Fall

Duration: 60 points

Apply through the official page: https://www.tc.columbia.edu/admissions/

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