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PhD, Music Education: For College and University Faculty

A PhD in Music Education from NYU Steinhardt equips you to teach at the university level and become an innovative researcher in institutional, not-for-profit, and corporate environments. You'll explore specialized methodologies and collaborate with artist-scholars from around the world. A PhD in Music Education with a focus on Music Therapy is also available for credentialed music therapists.

Collaborating with dedicated faculty and peers, you’ll access a powerful professional network of educators, entrepreneurs, and pathbreaking musicians, opening career opportunities that extend beyond graduation. You'll join a warm, supportive learning community and be mentored closely by our renowned faculty. 

Core Course Sequence

The PhD in Music Education consists of 45 credits of graduate-level coursework in specialized qualitative, quantitative, and mixed research methodologies. You will conceptualize your research ideas and interests, develop a proposal, and complete your dissertation under your faculty mentor’s guidance.

Culminating Experience 

Guided by faculty mentors, doctoral students engage in innovative research, culminating in the defense of a theoretically grounded dissertation under the guidance of faculty advisors and mentors.

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