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    Music Education, MM

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    Syracuse, USMMusIn-person1 year
    $66,500.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    33
    Credits
    $75.00
    App fee

    Music Education, MM at Syracuse University is a 33-credit, 1-year, in-person MMus program based in Syracuse, US. Tuition is $66,500.

    About the program

    The program prepares certified music teachers for professional New York State teacher certification through advanced music and music education coursework. It focuses on developing skills for innovative music teaching in schools and communities.

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    Deadlines

    Summer 2027
    Jan 15, 2027
    Fall 2027
    Feb 1, 2027

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE not required (optional)
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL (80+), IELTS (6.5+), Duolingo (120+), Cambridge (176+), SAT-EBRW (600), ACT-English (27)
    IELTS
    required
    Min TOEFL (80+), IELTS (6.5+), Duolingo (120+), Cambridge (176+), SAT-EBRW (600), ACT-English (27)

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    12 months OPT (US F-1 standard rule for master’s programs); STEM OPT extension may be available if the student’s CIP/major qualifies on the STEM-designated list.

    $51,175.00
    Avg starting salary
    $16,338.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Essays

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Music Education, MM at Syracuse University cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Music Education, MM at Syracuse University is $66,500 across 33 required credits.
    Is Music Education, MM at Syracuse University online or in-person?
    Music Education, MM at Syracuse University is offered in-person.
    How long does Music Education, MM at Syracuse University take to complete?
    Music Education, MM at Syracuse University is structured around 1 year and 33 credits.
    What GPA is required for Music Education, MM at Syracuse University?
    Per the program's published guidance: cumulative undergraduate GPA of at least 3.0
    What work-permit options follow Music Education, MM at Syracuse University?
    Post-completion work rights for Music Education, MM at Syracuse University: 12 months OPT (US F-1 standard rule for master’s programs); STEM OPT extension may be available if the student’s CIP/major qualifies on the STEM-designated list.