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MA Music and Music Education at Columbia University

Columbia University, United States

Programme overview

A flexible master's preparing students for careers in music education; it does not lead to teacher certification.

Faculty: Teachers College  |  Department: Music and Music Education  |  Duration: 32 points minimum  |  Intake: Spring, Summer, Fall  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Location: New York, NY, United States

What you will study

At least two pedagogy courses, one research course, one music literacies/musicianship course, four points of music performance, advisor-chosen electives, and at least 6 points of TC courses outside the programme; portfolio and performance required to graduate.

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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 degree 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: 32 points minimum

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

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