
Graduate Programs in Music Education
Summer Term: April 1
Fall Term: July 1
Spring Term: December 1
The College of Arts and Sciences at the University of St. Thomas offers a variety of graduate degrees for you to pursue and take the next step in your educational career. All of our programs are anchored in collaborative study and fueled by the uplifting power of the liberal arts.
Throughout your time in the college, you will engage in activities such as peer-to-peer learning and faculty mentorship, all of which transforms you into an engaged scholar that actively contributes to your discipline. You will gain invaluable critical thinking and research skills that prepare you for success in both your career and personal life.
2022-2023 Tuition Rate: $644 per credit.
This rate applies to most CAS graduate courses, regardless of degree level or program, including non-degree enrollment. See the rates specific to the MA in Diversity Leadership degree.
The tuition rate for twelve 50-minute individual music lessons is $1,817.50. Twelve 30-minute individual music lessons are billed at a tuition rate of $901.50.
In order to promote diversity among its graduate students, the College of Arts & Sciences offers Dean’s Scholarship funds for students applying to its graduate programs.
These scholarships are intended for students of color, low income students, and first-generation college students nominated by the program’s Director of Graduate Studies upon acceptance of the application. Awards will typically be granted on a per course basis and will apply for up to three years while remaining a student in good standing with a minimum GPA of 3.5.
Priority deadlines apply to all graduate programs in the College of Arts and Sciences unless otherwise specified.
Fall Term: March 1
Spring Term: October 1
Summer Term: April 1
All graduate programs review completed applications on a rolling basis. If an application is submitted and completed after the priority deadline, an admissions decision will be provided within a two to three week window.
Summer Term: April 1
Fall Term: July 1
Spring Term: December 1
You can apply to begin your MA in Diversity Leadership degree throughout the year, on 6 dates related to the 6 half-semesters.
If you plan to pursue any of our master’s degree programs, you will need to submit the following documents and meet the following requirements in order to be considered for admission:
In addition to the general application requirements, students pursuing a degree or certificate in English must meet the following minimum criteria to be considered for admission:
The MA in Diversity Leadership program has unique application requirements, class calendar, and tuition rates.
In addition to the general application requirements, music education students are required to submit additional information per MAME requirements.
In addition to the general application requirements, students pursuing a certificate in Spanish cultures, literature, and linguistics must submit the following and meet the following criteria to be considered for admission:
Non-degree students will submit the following application documents and meet the minimum criteria to be considered for admission:
Please consult with your respective program if you plan to continue your studies as a degree- or certificate-seeking student.
If you plan to pursue any of our master’s degree programs, you will need to submit the following documents and meet the following requirements in order to be considered for admission:
In addition to the general application requirements, students pursuing a degree or certificate in English must meet the following minimum criteria to be considered for admission:
The MA in Diversity Leadership program has unique application requirements, class calendar, and tuition rates.
In addition to the general application requirements, music education students are required to submit additional information per MAME requirements.
In addition to the general application requirements, students pursuing a certificate in Spanish cultures, literature, and linguistics must submit the following and meet the following criteria to be considered for admission:
Non-degree students will submit the following application documents and meet the minimum criteria to be considered for admission:
Please consult with your respective program if you plan to continue your studies as a degree- or certificate-seeking student.