Master of Music in Music Education Program FAQs
Review our FAQs for general information, program requirements, and expectations. Email our admission team at MMMusicEd@cord.edu with additional questions.
Review our FAQs for general information, program requirements, and expectations. Email our admission team at MMMusicEd@cord.edu with additional questions.
Summer classes take place on the Concordia College campus in Moorhead, Minnesota, in July. Elective courses may also be offered during the summer session. Concordia offers affordable, on-campus housing for our graduate students during the summer. The core courses for the program are offered online during the fall and spring semesters.
The program begins in July with several courses offered on campus. Students have the option to complete the program in two years (example enrollment: summer, fall, spring, summer, capstone project) or can choose to take courses only during the summer sessions. Students may also discuss flexible completion options with the program director.
The program is considered hybrid, with several courses offered in an accelerated format in the summer, and the core courses are offered online during the fall and spring semesters.
Yes, international students may apply to the program. Students must submit their undergraduate transcript(s) to an approved credential evaluation agency for review and validation prior to applying to the program. These agencies can be found on the NACES website. Non-native English speakers must demonstrate proficiency in English by providing one of the following: IELTS with a minimum test score of 6.5 or TOEFL with a minimum test score of 80. Please review other requirements for international students on the admission criteria page.
The program is based on a cohort model with approximately 12 students per course.
Our program is designed primarily for working music teachers. The hybrid program design is ideal for busy professionals to complete while teaching.
The admission team is looking for applicants with a combination of strong academic records, diverse life, and teaching experiences, and a passion to improve their classroom methods, positively impacting the field of music education. An educator does not need to be currently teaching in a classroom to be accepted to the program.
Yes, students may decide to take one or more courses from the program as electives. We require a completed General Elective Admission Form with attached unofficial transcripts showing a baccalaureate degree was earned. Following receipt of the form, students would be admitted to the college and receive Concordia credentials. Course tuition is paid through Concordia's Business Office.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis starting in September for the following year's program. Review of applications begins in October and will continue through June or until the cohort is filled.
Students must have graduated from an accredited music program, earning either a BA, BM, or BS in music education (or alternative licensure) or other music specialization with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
Students must have completed at least one year (at the beginning of coursework) of music teaching in a public or private school setting.
Yes, Concordia accepts a certain number of transfer credits for master's programs. Please review the Transfer Credit Policy for details.
The application and all required material are submitted through GradCAS.
Create an account in GradCAS. Select Summer 202X as the semester you will start the program.
Search for Concordia College and choose the Master of Music in Music Education as your program of interest.
Complete all four sections of the application.
Submit your completed application and pay the application fee.
Applications will not be reviewed until all materials have been submitted.
Applicants are able to check the status of their application in their GradCAS account.
Visit the Applicant Help Center to learn more about the application process.
Yes, the following are required to complete your application:
Official transcripts from all post-high school institutions sent directly to GradCAS (see transcript FAQ)
Three professional references (see reference FAQ)
A current resume
A 20-minute teaching video
An interview with Concordia music education faculty (in person or online)
See the admission criteria page for more details.
Request your official transcripts from each post-high school institution's registrar's office and have them sent to: GradCAS Transcript Processing Center, PO Box 9201, Watertown MA 02471
Your transcripts will be attached to your application.
Transcripts are only reviewed through the actual application process; please do not send them directly to Concordia College.
We require three evaluations. The individuals you choose should not be related to you and should have strong knowledge of your professional character including observation of special skills, your ability to succeed in a graduate program, achievements and/or professional experiences. Please notify your evaluators in advance they will receive a link to the Liaison Evaluator Portal to create an account and complete the standard form. Evaluators also have the option to upload a personal letter.
Your GradCAS application will have a designated tab for you to request evaluators.
Candidates must submit at least one video showing them teaching continuously for 20 minutes. The camera should be positioned to show the front of their face and body while teaching and may also include students if applicable. In the GradCAS application questions section, there is a question asking for the link to your video(s). Your video should be made available via an easily accessible web link (Vimeo, Google Drive, YouTube, etc.). Please ensure that permissions are set to allow outside viewers.
Throughout the application process, you will receive email notifications — when you submit your application, after required materials have been received, and when your application is under review. If you have questions during the application process, please contact our admission team.
Students will:
The graduate faculty represent professors and instructors from Concordia College. They share a wide array of diverse experiences and excellence in music instruction. Faculty will advise and mentor each student through an understanding of their specific needs and goals. Given the small cohort size, strong relationships are formed with students as they continue their career path.
Please visit the program cost page for detailed information about tuition and fees.
To apply for all forms of federal financial aid you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online. The FAFSA can be completed any time after Dec. 1 for the following academic year. Students will also need to complete a FAFSA for the current academic year to receive aid for the first summer session. It is necessary to complete a FAFSA every year. An award letter is sent to students once financial aid has been approved. The financial aid package is awarded based on financial aid contained in the FAFSA. Aid received from any source that was not originally considered in the aid package may affect the amount received. Students are required to notify the Financial Aid Office about all aid received from other sources. Check out Concordia's information on filing your FAFSA. More information can be found on the program cost page.
Any questions regarding financial aid (scholarships, loans, etc.) should be directed to the Office of Financial Aid at 218.299.3010 or email finaid@cord.edu.
Concordia offers affordable, on-campus housing for our graduate students. Students will have the opportunity to build supportive relationships with their cohort and faculty during the summer.
Cash | Business Office
Check or Money Order | Business Office or via mail (please include your student ID number)
Electronic Check | online from checking or savings
Credit Card | online (American Express, Discover, MasterCard, and Visa are accepted and a convenience fee of 2.85% of the transaction amount will be assessed)
International Wire | online via TouchNet / Western Union
Monthly Payment Plan | via Tuition Management Systems
No, paper statements are only sent to the student's permanent address in mid-July and mid-December. All other monthly statements (including summer session statements) are only available online via TouchNet on CobberNet and are due the 15th of the following month. Between billing cycles, updated balances or current activity can be viewed by logging into the "eBill" site and selecting the "recent account activity" link (Current Account Status tab).
Emails will be sent to students at their Concordia email address indicating that a new billing statement has been prepared and is ready for viewing. The email sent to students provides a link to the CobberNet login. Once logged in to CobberNet, students can access the "eBill" page by selecting the TouchNet icon. Monthly statements will be ready approximately the 17th of each month.
Concordia College contracts with a third party service provider (TouchNet/Pay Path) to ensure compliance with Payment Card Industry (PCI) and Payment Application Data Security Standard (PA-DSS) card association rules. The 2.85% rate charged by the service provider is collected and retained by the service provider and is nonrefundable.
Summer semester (first-time enrollees): July 15
Summer semester (continuing enrollees): June 15
Fall semester: Aug. 15
Spring semester: Jan. 15
Any subsequent charges are due by the 15th of the following month. Interest (8% per annum) is assessed on fee statement charges if not paid in full by the due date. Registration for future semesters and release of transcripts may not be allowed until outstanding fees are paid.
Yes, international students can pay through an international bank wire in TouchNet. Please select the Bank Wire payment method and follow the directions when making your online payment in TouchNet.
Yes, your employer will need to notify the Business Office in writing that they wish to pay for your tuition. They will need to include the following in their letter:
The Payment Agreement and Disclosure Statement is an agreement between the student and the college that outlines how the student will pay their obligation to the school. It also outlines finance charges, the use of Financial Aid, and your billing rights. You must have a Payment Agreement and Disclosure Statement on file with the college before beginning courses.