Music Therapy FAQ
Q: Do I need a Bachelor’s degree in Music Therapy to be considered for the Master’s Program?
A. A Bachelor’s Degree is required for admission into the Master’s program, but it need not be in Music Therapy. Past graduates have come into the program with backgrounds in areas including medicine, music, psychology, and business.
Q: Are there any classes I should take prior to applying to the Master’s program?
A. There are 2 prerequisite courses that we want incoming students to take: (1) Abnormal Psychology and (2) Developmental Psychology. It is our recommendation that these courses be taken prior to starting the program here at NYU.
Q: How much is tuition?
A. Questions regarding tuition should be directed to the Graduate Admissions Office of the NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development. They can be reached via e-mail at ed.gradadmissions@nyu.edu or by phone at 212-998-5030.
Q: Are there scholarships available?
A. There is one work-study position available to incoming students in music therapy. If you are interested, please contact our office. Additional questions regarding scholarships and financial aid should be directed to the Graduate Admissions Office of the NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development. They can be reached via e-mail at ed.gradadmissions@nyu.edu or by phone at 212-998-5030.
Q: Do I need to take the GRE?
A. The GRE is not required for application to the MA in music therapy program.
Q: I am an international student. What is the desired TOEFL score for admission?
A. Questions regarding test scores should be directed to the Graduate Admissions Office of the NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development. They can be reached via e-mail at ed.gradadmissions@nyu.edu or by phone at 212-998-5030.
Q: My primary instrument is not guitar or piano. Should I still apply to this program?
A. We strongly encourage students in our program to work at incorporating their primary instrument into their clinical work. In addition, piano and guitar competencies are required for national certification as a music therapist and are the primary harmonic instruments used to support clinical work.
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NYU Steinhardt - Music and Performing Arts Professions - 35 W. 4th Street, Suite 777, New York, NY 10012