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Bachelor of Music Education in K-12
- Bozeman, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Bachelor of Music Education at Montana State University is a programme in preparing licensed K-12 music teachers.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply core theories and methods in Music Education in K-12
- Strengthen skills in learning development
- Inclusive communication
- Child wellbeing and education practice
- And present well-supported conclusions in academic or professional settings.
Career outcomes
- General music teacher
- Band director
- Choir director
- Orchestra director
Curriculum
- Four-year
- 120-credit degree for Montana K-12 music licensure. Music theory
- History
- Applied lessons
- Instrumental and choral conducting
- Assessment in music education
- General music methods
- Vocal pedagogy
- Four practicum experiences and student teaching.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Freshman: secondary school transcript
- Minimum GPA 2.5/4.0
- Transfer: transcripts of all college coursework
- Minimum 2.0/4.0
- Proof of English proficiency
- SAT/ACT optional.. Entry grade detail: Freshman 2.5/4.0 minimum
- Transfer 2.0/4.0 (Quick Facts page)
- ACT/SAT optional.
Minimum GPA
2.5
Accepted academic background
High school diploma or equivalent (freshman), Transcripts of all post-secondary coursework (transfer, 12+ college credits).
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 4
- TOEFL PBT 525
- PTE Academic 51
- Duolingo 110
- Cambridge 169
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results.
How to apply
- Check the requirements and deadlines: Fall July 1
- Spring November 15
- Summer March 15. Apply online and pay the 38 USD fee. Upload the high school transcript (all college transcripts for transfer) and proof of English proficiency. SAT/ACT optional. Receive the admission packet with acceptance letter and I-20
- apply for the F-1 visa. Attend the in-person international orientation on arrival and carry health insurance.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $34,586 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $38 USD |
| Deposit | $500 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Bozeman |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Arts & Architecture |
| Department | School of Music |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
1 day leftProgram starts
May 2027
Apply by
15 Mar 2027
121 days leftProgram starts
August 2027
Apply by
1 Jul 2027
229 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 15 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $34,586 USD per year. The application fee is $38 USD. The deposit is $500 USD. The estimated living cost is $19,979 USD.
The minimum GPA is 2.5. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 4, TOEFL PBT 525, PTE Academic 51, Duolingo 110, Cambridge 169.