Program Overview
Housed within the School of Music, the Music Education, Bachelor of Music Education program aims to cultivate reflective music educators and well-rounded musicians capable of guiding music learning in the diverse educational communities of Maryland and beyond. Rooted in the belief that effective teaching is developed through hands-on experience, we provide abundant opportunities for you to engage with K-12 students, honing your craft under the mentorship of experienced faculty and partner teachers. With a comprehensive curriculum designed to develop both musical proficiency and pedagogical expertise, this degree equips you to thrive in music education.
Key Features
- Hands-On Teaching: K-12 engagement starts freshman year, ensuring you are well-prepared for the year-long teaching internship.
- Comprehensive Music Coursework: Alongside music education courses, you engage in a variety of performance and academic courses.
- High Placement Rate: Our graduates enjoy a 100% placement rate, a testament to our faculty's dedication and our comprehensive training.
- Dual Music Degree: You can pursue both a Bachelor of Music Education (B.M.E.) and a Bachelor of Music (B.M.) in performance in one extra semester.
Learning Goals
Learning Goals
- Demonstrate proficiency in music performance and pedagogy.
- Apply effective teaching strategies and techniques through extensive hands-on teaching experiences in real-world classroom settings.
- Develop critical thinking skills to analyze and adapt teaching methods to diverse student populations and educational contexts.
- Collaborate with colleagues, administrators, and community stakeholders to foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
- Engage in lifelong learning and professional development to continually enhance their teaching practice and contribute positively to the field of music education.
How to Apply
How to Apply
Admission into this program is a 3-step process.
- Apply to and be admitted to the University of Maryland.
- Apply to and audition for the School of Music.
- Apply to the College of Education’s Teacher Preparation Program in Music. During the semester in which you are enrolled in MUSC251 (typically spring semester of sophomore year) music education majors must apply to the College of Education’s Teacher Preparation Program in Music to enroll in the 400-level music education courses during junior and senior year.
Students interested in this program and other Professional Teacher Education programs must meet Selective Admissions requirements in order to proceed into the Music Education program.
Selective Admissions Requirements
The requirements below are in addition to being admitted to the University.
- Admission to the University and the School of Music
- Completion of 56 credit hours
- Maintain a minimum UMD overall GPA of 2.75 and a minimum music/music education GPA of 2.70.
- Either: Successfully complete the Praxis Core exams or have met Maryland State minimums on the SAT or ACT or have an overall UMD GPA of 3.00 or higher.
- Successfully complete MUSC251 Advanced Music Theory II with a grade of C- or higher
- Be admitted to junior standing in applied music
- Instrumental music education: Must complete MUED320 with a grade of B or higher
- Choral/General music education: Must complete MUED333 with a grade of B or higher
- Prior experience in the education field with youth in the age range you intend to teach
- A written goal statement
- Three letters of recommendation that speak to your potential to be an excellent music educator
- Satisfactory self-assessment and faculty rating showing consistent demonstration of the College of Education Foundational Competencies/Model Code of Ethics for Educators
Requirements
Program Requirements
See the School of Music Academic Handbook in effect the year you began the music education program for four-year plans, requirements, and policies related to the Bachelor of Music Education degree.
Consult the Music Education Hub for program-specific resources and forms.
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