MA Pedagogy of Music Theory at University of Rochester

Programme overview

The MA in Pedagogy of Music Theory prepares students for a teaching career, with pedagogical coursework and opportunities to teach at all levels of the undergraduate music theory curriculum. It is often pursued jointly with graduate study in performance or composition.

Faculty: Eastman School of Music | Department: Music Theory | Study mode: full-time | Location: Rochester, NY, United States

What you will study

Pedagogical coursework and supervised undergraduate teaching.

Career pathways

Teaching music theory.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Eastman School of Music (MA Pedagogy of Music Theory): candidates from varied musical and academic backgrounds may apply, though some upper-level theory experience is normally required. Interviews are required for MA and PhD applicants. Eastman School of Music (all graduate programmes): $100 application fee; three recommendations; 2-3 page personal statement; resume or CV; transcripts, with final official transcripts showing degree conferment before enrollment; applicants whose native language is not English submit an official English proficiency test score and a Non-Native English Essay by December 1; programme-specific items such as audition or pre-screening recordings and repertoire lists. Deadlines: Fall 2027 December 1; Spring 2027 October 1 (not available for doctoral programmes).

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Intake: Fall (December 1 deadline); Spring (October 1 deadline, not for doctoral programmes)

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