Music MM
- Master's Degree
- Hybrid
- Greeley Campus
- Online
- Music Education
2 Years
Fall Term (Aug.)
Spring Term (Jan.)
Summer Term (June)
$668/Credit
Mostly Online Master’s Degree for Music Education
This Master of Music degree with a concentration in Music Education is for working band, choir and vocal teachers who want to take their skills to the next level.
What Does Mostly Online Mean?
In this hybrid program you will enjoy the convenience of online delivery for most of the year, and join us for in-person summer sessions. See the Course of Study section below for details.
This Music Education Intensive (MEI) model lets you learn from anywhere while still getting to collaborate in person with your peers and the expert UNC Music Education faculty.
What You’ll Learn
UNC is one of the country’s premier universities for music teaching. You’ll learn from leaders in the music world. Our program will help you:
- Improve your musical skills.
- Deepen your knowledge of the history, psychology and philosophy of music.
- Develop research skills to guide your teaching practice.
- Apply curricular knowledge in your classroom to enhance teaching and learning.
We’ll help you prepare for a successful career in a changing world. You can also customize your studies to match your own career goals.
Also Offered On Campus
The Music MM degree is also offered on campus, with multiple concentration options.
Become a Music Education Expert
Inspire Your Students to Love Music
This master’s degree will prepare you for advanced teaching responsibilities, leadership roles and higher-paying positions. Become a leader in music education, and inspire students to love music.
Doctoral Music Programs
With a premium UNC Master of Music degree, you will be well-prepared if you choose to continue on to a doctoral degree.
Course of Study
Delivered Online + Summer Greeley Intensives
Fit your studies around your teaching schedule.
- You will study online for most of the year.
- Each summer you will join UNC faculty and your classmates for 3-week intensive sessions. These sessions are generally held in mid-to-late June.
- You can complete the master’s degree in two years. Some students decide to work on their final comprehensive exam or thesis in an extra term.
To see specific course offerings, visit the current students page for this program.
Courses and Requirements
This is a 30-36 credit master’s degree program. You can complete this degree with 30 credits. Some students choose to take added music studies coursework.
Transfer Credit
If you have taken graduate courses that align with program courses, you can request transfer credit. Approved transfer credit can reduce the cost of completing this program. Program faculty will review your transfer credit to confirm that it matches course content and objectives. See the full graduate transfer credit policy for details.
Have Questions? Get in Touch!
Jori Moore
Enrollment Counselor
Krissie Weimer
Program Coordinator
Tuition Rate
Simple Per-Credit Tuition Rate
You pay the same rate whether you are in-state or out-of-state.
Per Credit
Rate for the 2025-26 academic year (fall, spring and summer terms).*
No Student / Technology Fees
Certain courses, e.g., field experiences, may include course fees to support added services and materials.
*Tuition for the 2026-27 academic year will be decided mid-June 2026.
Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP): UNC provides a health insurance plan to all degree-seeking graduate students who are enrolled in 6 or more credits for a term. If you have comparable insurance coverage, and do not want to be charged for SHIP coverage, you can opt out of this plan. Please visit the UNC Student Health Insurance pages for more information.
Estimates of additional costs: For the purposes of determining financial aid, UNC follows Colorado Department of Higher Education (CDHE) and federal guidelines to develop an estimated, average Cost of Attendance (budget) for different student classifications. For your personal tuition estimates, we recommend using the program-specific tuition information above. But UNC’s official Cost of Attendance/Student Budgets page can help you identify other estimated expenses for which you may be responsible while completing your program.
Federal Financial Aid
Degree-seeking students are encouraged to apply for federal financial aid. Master’s degree students need to be enrolled in a minimum of 5 credits per academic term for financial aid eligibility. Full-time enrollment is based on 9 credits per term.
You will complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The UNC Applying for Aid page provides important dates, including the release date and deadline for each academic year (a Fall-Spring-Summer cycle which begins each August).
- Late FAFSA submissions are still accepted throughout the academic year, but you may not be considered for the maximum amount of aid.
- If the priority deadline has passed for the upcoming/current school year, we encourage you to apply for FAFSA consideration as soon as you enroll for your first courses.
- Depending on the time of year, you may be able to submit an application for the current academic year and an early/priority application for the following academic year.
You can also find helpful information in the Federal Student Aid Resources.
Please note: because you will only take one 3-credit course during each fall and spring semester, you will only be eligible for federal financial aid in the summer terms. If you will need financial aid for fall and spring terms, please work with UNC Financial Aid for information about non-federal loans and the UNC BearPay option.
Program Eligibility
General Admission Requirements
- Possess a baccalaureate degree from an institutionally accredited college or university.
- Have a grade point average (GPA) of 3.00 or better, on a 4.00 point scale, for the most recent degree earned or current degree in progress.
- If you are in the process of completing a previous degree or have special GPA considerations, please read the specific requirements for this program type.
- Note: the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) is NOT required for graduate school admission.
Eligibility for Out-of-State Students
Eligibility by State
UNC can offer distance learning in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the major U.S. territories. We check for changes in state rules as needed. Some states may have extra rules for internships, clinical placements, and student teaching. Visit the State Authorization page to learn more.
International Student Eligibility
No student visa: F-1 and J-1 student visas are not available for this program. However, if you are a non-U.S. citizen who will be in the U.S. under another visa category, you may be able to enroll in this program. Before you apply, please check for enrollment or employment restrictions for your visa category.
If you do apply to this program, you will need to provide proof of your English language ability or complete the UNC Intensive English Program. Please visit the International Admissions page for information about:
- Minimum English language requirements
- Applying as an international student
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On-Campus Delivery Also Available
The Music MM degree is also offered on campus, with multiple concentration options.
Are You Ready to Apply?
Thank you for your interest in this UNC program! Here are some elements you can check to be sure you are eligible and ready to apply to this program.
Program Eligibility
See the Program Eligibility section above.
International Applicants
Please see the International Student Eligibility section above to check your eligibility for this program.
Recommended Application Deadlines
For the best possible admission, enrollment and orientation experience, we recommend that you complete your application by these dates, which are approximately 60 days before the start of each term:
- Summer term: March 15
- Fall term: June 15
- Spring term: Nov. 15
You can still apply after these dates, but if the date has passed please contact an Enrollment Counselor for support to apply and begin classes in the upcoming term. View the UNC Academic Calendar for the start dates for upcoming terms.
Application Process Details
On the application, you will choose:
- Music: Education (M.M.)
- Start term: Fall Term (Aug.), Spring Term (Jan.) or Summer Term (June).
View the full program-specific application details in the UNC Graduate Catalog.
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