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Bachelor of Music Education K in 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 educational theory and evidence to practice in Music Education K in 12
- plan and evaluate learning activities
- communicate with diverse learners
- and reflect on professional teaching or education practice.
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.
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 (new 1-6 scale
- TOEFL PBT revised paper-delivered 56)
- PTE Academic TOEFL PBT 525
- Duolingo PTE Academic 51
- Cambridge Duolingo 110
Other requirements
- Portfolio required
Documents you’ll need
- Passport copy
- Academic transcripts
- Completion certificate
- English proficiency evidence where applicable
- Financial documents for visa purposes where required
- Additional program-specific documents.
How to apply
- Check the requirements and deadlines: Fall July 1
- Spring November 15
- Summer March 15 official website. Apply online at official website 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 | Scholarships or financial assistance may be available at Montana State University for eligible students based on academic merit, financial need, program criteria, or funding availability. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
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May 2027
Apply by
2 Jan 2027
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August 2027
Apply by
2 Jan 2027
49 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 (new 1-6 scale, TOEFL PBT revised paper-delivered 56), PTE Academic TOEFL PBT 525, Duolingo PTE Academic 51, Cambridge Duolingo 110. A portfolio is required.