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Music Education

Prepare for your career as an innovative music educator, shaping the future of music teaching and learning in schools and community settings. Immersed in New York City’s world-class cultural sector, you’ll combine advanced musicianship, music pedagogy, and hands-on fieldwork within NYU Steinhardt’s interdisciplinary environment, and graduate ready to lead in diverse educational and artistic spaces.

Master of Arts
Teaching Music
Grades Pre-K–12, Initial Certification

Shape the future of music teaching and learning in New York City’s diverse schools and communities, while earning New York State certification to teach music in schools across the state.

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Master of Arts
Music Education in Communities

Become a skilled, culturally responsive artist-educator, capable of teaching music effectively in diverse communities and settings.

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Doctor of Philosophy
Music Education with a Specialization in Music Therapy

This doctorate is designed for credentialed music therapists with an articulated area of clinical specialization who want to develop research skills.

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Doctor of Philosophy
Music Education

Gain a thorough grounding in the significant issues and developing paradigms in music education as you prepare for a career in higher education.

Currently not accepting applications.

Degree Details
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Questions

For more information, please contact music.education@nyu.edu