Master of Education

Music Education

Students must complete an application for graduation one semester prior to their expected graduation date;
A 3.0 cumulative grade point average (GPA) is required for graduation. No grade below a “C” will be credited toward the degree.
Students must complete the COE Teacher Advanced Self-Assessment.
During the term which the coursework is completed, or thereafter, students must successfully complete written and oral portions of the Comprehensive Examination before receiving the M.M.E. A description of the procedures for administration of the comprehensive Examination is available in the music department office.

Thesis Option: additional requirements

Students who choose to complete a thesis in the Guided Electives area of the M.M.E. program will follow the process outlined below.

The student will consult with the academic advisor about the thesis project.
With the approval of the advisor, the student will submit a proposal describing the thesis project of the consideration of the Department of Music Graduate Committee
When approved by the advisor and the Committee, the student will register for MUE 7999 Thesis, three hours credit, for two consecutive semesters, or a total of 6 hours. A grade of incomplete will be recorded for MUE 7999 until the thesis is completed and approved.
The thesis project will be completed by the student with the assistance of a Faculty Supervisor, assigned by the Head of the Department of Music on the recommendation of the advisor.
When complete, the thesis will be submitted to the Graduate Committee by the advisor for final approval.