Now is the time to take your teaching career to the next level!

This degree program is being developed with the practicing teacher in mind.  Since it is online, you can work around your schedule.  The courses are 10 weeks long, instead of a full semester so that the end-of-course papers or projects do not coincide and conflict with the end-of-semester programs and performances that are typical responsibilities of music educators.  Tarleton is a very affordable institution, and the music program is NASM accredited, so you can count on a quality music education for a reasonable investment.

Students have two options in this degree program:

The thesis track consists of ten three-credit courses (30 semester hours) and six hours of formal thesis work.

The non-thesis track will consist of twelve three-credit courses (36 semester hours).

Students taking one course in each long semester and two courses each summer, will be able to finish the program in 3 years. 

How do I apply?

Just follow the link to The College of Graduate Studies and fill out the online application available at the bottom of the page.  Once you’ve been admitted, you can register for your first online class.

What kind of music education degree will I get?

We’re in the process of creating a MM in music education, which has received planning authority by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.  We’re building the program course by course.  The program will be complete by the time our charter students complete their coursework.  For those who wish to complete their degrees at other institutions, some of the coursework may be transferable.

How much does it cost?

Graduate credits at Tarleton State University are an incredible bargain!  Tarleton's tuition is lower than most other state and private universities in Texas.

Is financial assistance available?

Tuition assistance for MM students is available, such as loans, grants, scholarships.  Follow this link to Student Financial Aid to learn about the types of aid Tarleton has to offer.

Who are my teachers?

The courses in our graduate program will be taught by Tarleton music faculty who are members of the university’s graduate faculty.  These professors have advanced degrees in music education, musicology, conducting, and performance.  You can read more from the Music Faculty pages.

What other courses are in the works?

Courses in music education research, advanced pedagogy, analytical techniques, and arranging are planned, as well as other elective courses, such as ethnomusicology, jazz topics, American music, and technology for the music classroom.  See the table at the bottom of the page for a peek at the curriculum development in progress.

When is the deadline for applying?

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis; but it’s best if you begin your graduate application at least one month before the semester begins.  The GRE is required for admission to the graduate program, but you can take one semester of classes before this deadline.

What course do I take first?

The courses within the program do not have pre-requisites.  You can jump into the program at any point.  The first course offered in the Fall of 2008 will be Foundations of Music Education, MUSC 5403.

CONTACTS

Teresa Davidian

Head, Department of Fine Arts

davidian@tarleton.edu

Chuck Rives

Professor of Music

rives@tarleton.edu

Vicky Boucher

Instructor of Music

boucher@tarleton.edu

The curriculum below is in planning stage only