Bachelor of Music Education at The University of Montana

    Bachelor of Music Education at The University of Montana

    Bachelor of Music Education at The University of Montana

    The Music Education at The University of Montana is a Full Time Bachelor program offered at the university's main campus in Missoula , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus in English and can be completed in 4 years. Students develop academic knowledge and practical skills that prepare them for future careers in this field. The next available intake starts on August 21, 2027.

    About Bachelor of Music Education

    Study Music Education at the University of Montana

    Share your passion for music by earning your degree in music education at UM, which includes Montana teacher certification as a general music specialist for grades K-12. Led by internationally recognized faculty, this in-depth music teaching program also prepares you to teach junior high and high school band, choir and orchestras.

    Our music education degree features hands-on teaching opportunities that include teacher observation and a full semester of student teaching. Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, our program also includes techniques and materials employed in effective general music and elementary and secondary school classrooms – as well as those used in conducting and rehearsing performance/educational ensembles at all levels.

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Music Education at The University of Montana

    Entry Requirements

    Academic Eligibility

    First-year students: To be eligible for admission, freshman students must have met/be on track to meet all upper/senior secondary school requirements with the equivalent of a 2.5 GPA to be automatically considered for admission to undergraduate programs.

    Transfer students: Transfer students must have graduated from secondary school and completed at least 12 university-level credits (1 semester) with the equivalent of a 2.0 GPA.

    UM Undergraduate Admissions uses a 4.0 unweighted scale to determine GPA. If your school does not calculate GPA, we will calculate it for you when we evaluate your academic records. 

    Documents for Admission

    Secondary school students/graduates: Please submit academic transcripts/mark sheets for grades 9-12 and secondary school leaving certificates, exam results or diplomas showing secondary school completion (if applicable)

    Students who have completed at least one semester (12 U.S. credits) of university or post-secondary study: university transcript/mark sheets/exam results listing all courses, grades and credits/hours and diplomas/graduation certificates (if applicable). Students who qualify for transfer do not need to submit secondary school documents.

    English translations: All documents not originally issued in English must also be accompanied by word-for-word English translations. You, the applicant, can make the translations yourself.

    Admission consideration for international applicants can proceed with unofficial documents. Unofficial documents are photocopies or scans of original academic documents submitted to University of Montana directly by you, the student. Unofficial documents can be uploaded to your admission portal.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 48
    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 70

    Career Opportunities after Completing Bachelor of Music Education

    Career development in the music education major

    Get the real-world experience and personal mentorship to help you succeed when you graduate. Professional development opportunities are built into the music education curriculum at UM, and are one of the reasons that 100% of our bachelor's program alumni find employment post-graduation.

    Our faculty are nationally and internationally recognized performing artists, educators, composers and scholars who specialize in classical, jazz and popular musical styles. They are also your advocates, here to connect you with opportunities and help get you on track for the career you want. Many of our majors in music education also get job offers and build their professional networks through student teaching assignments and other hands-on learning opportunities built into the program.

    Music education scholarships

    Our music program offers both merit-based talent scholarships and tuition waivers to help you with tuition and other costs. Learn more about scholarship opportunities for music majors.

    Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Music Education at The University of Montana

    Application Fee 30

    How to Apply for Bachelor of Music Education at The University of Montana

    1. Complete an online application
    2. Pay the application fee
    3. Submit required application documents

    • English language proficiency requirements
    • Academic records
    • Financial information
    • Copy of passport
    • Transfer form (for transfer students only) 

    You can also download our International Admissions Checklist to help you submit all required materials.

    Bachelor of Music Education at The University of Montana
    The University of Montana
    The University of Montana
    United States of America

    United States of America, Missoula

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