1. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
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  3. Masters
  4. MM Music

MM Music

2 Years On Campus Masters Program

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Program Overview

The graduate curricula provide advanced preparation for professional work as a teacher and/or performer. Students must successfully complete placement examinations in music theory and music history/literature (or the review courses MUS 500a, b) and a performance audition (if required for the student's specialization). Certificate degrees are designed to appeal to teachers seeking additional professional training and career opportunities. Many students choose to pursue a certificate alongside an MM, with certain courses counting toward both degrees.

Program Key Stats

$15291 (Fees Per semester)



Eligibility Criteria


6.5

Additional Information & Requirements

Submission of all postsecondary academic transcripts, Baccalaureate degree or its equivalent in music and at least a 2.8 (A=4.0) overall GPA in undergraduate work, An applicant in music education must have state certification in music, An applicant in performance must pass an audition, Bachelor's degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution in the U.S. or the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor's degree from an international institution that is officially recognized by that country, Submit college transcripts that show grades received in each subject each year, the name of the degree program in which you are enrolled and the dates of attendance, Applicants must also send a degree certificate or diploma, Complete online application, Pay the $40 application fee, English proficiency requirement:TOEFL: minimum score of 79, IELTS: minimum score of 6.5, PTE: minimum score 53, Duolingo: minimum score 110 no component score below 85, Submit financial documents, Submit any additional requirements listed by the program

Career Options

  • General Director
  • Opera Direction
  • Bbc Production
  • Music Publishing
  • Major Music Agencies

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