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Masters of Music
Glassboro
INTAKE: Jan & Aug
Program Overview
The Master of Music (M.M.) program at Rowan University offers intensive graduate-level experiences for aspiring musicians in concentrations such as Conducting (Instrumental or Choral), Performance, and Composition, alongside a dedicated Master of Music Education (M.M.Ed.) track. This program is designed to enhance students' artistic skills, deepen their understanding of musical literature, and prepare them for diverse careers as performers, conductors, composers, educators, or for further doctoral studies. The curriculum combines advanced practical training with academic rigor, fostering critical thinking and creative expression within a supportive and collaborative environment.
Curriculum: The Master of Music program at Rowan University generally requires 30-33 graduate semester hours, depending on the specialization and whether a thesis or final project option is chosen. For the Master of Music Education (M.M.Ed.) specifically, it's a 33-semester hour program with a core curriculum that typically includes courses in Equity and Access in Music Education, Innovation in Curriculum and Instruction, Social and Psychological Environments of Music Learning, Philosophy of Music Education, Research in Music Education, and Global Musics in Education. Students also engage in "Supporting Music Studies" which can include graduate applied music lessons (instrument/voice/conducting), music theory, history courses, and specialized music education workshops. The program often culminates in a final project or thesis. For concentrations like Conducting, the curriculum provides intensive experiences in performance and conducting, complemented by courses in music literature and general music knowledge.
Research Focus: The Master of Music program, particularly the Music Education track, emphasizes research within the field. Courses like "Research in Music Education" provide students with the methodologies to critically analyze and contribute to music education scholarship. Students can opt for a thesis, which involves in-depth research and a presentation, demonstrating their ability to connect theory to practice. Faculty within the music department actively engage in scholarly work, including musicology, music theory, and pedagogical research, providing opportunities for students to explore diverse research interests within their chosen musical discipline.
Industry Engagement: Rowan University's Department of Music actively prepares students for professional careers in the arts. For the M.M. program, this includes intensive practical training relevant to performance, conducting, and composition careers. For Music Education, the program is designed to equip music educators to be "school-based change makers." While not explicitly detailed as industry partnerships in the same vein as engineering, the program's focus on practical application, performance opportunities, and connections within the music education community serves as a vital form of industry engagement. The Music Industry program (at the undergraduate level, which informs the broader departmental context) demonstrates Rowan's commitment to preparing students for the commercial music sector through internships and industry panels.
Global Perspective: The Master of Music Education program at Rowan University specifically includes a course titled "Global Musics in Education." This course aims to familiarize students with diverse musical traditions from around the world, provide strategies for their use in the classroom, and foster an understanding of the relationship between music and culture. This emphasis on global musics prepares music educators to teach in a culturally diverse society. For performance and composition students, the study of a broad range of musical literature naturally encompasses global styles and historical periods, contributing to a comprehensive global perspective within the broader field of music.
Location
Glassboro
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
USD 19150
Postgraduate Entry Requirements
Application Fee: $65
Academic Qualifications: Applicants for postgraduate programs typically require a minimum academic achievement of 65% or above in their bachelor's degree.
English Language Proficiency:
- IELTS: Overall band score of 6.5 or 7.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component.
- TOEFL: Overall score of 70 or higher.
- PTE: Overall score of 50 or higher.
- DET (Duolingo English Test): Minimum score of 110.
Rowan University offers a variety of scholarships and financial aid opportunities specifically aimed at supporting international students in their academic pursuits. Understanding that studying abroad can be a significant financial investment, Rowan provides merit-based scholarships, awards, and grants to help ease the financial burden and reward academic excellence and leadership potential.
Merit-Based Scholarships: International students at Rowan University may be eligible for merit scholarships based on their academic achievements, standardized test scores, and other criteria. These scholarships can range from partial to substantial tuition awards and are typically renewable for multiple years, provided students maintain satisfactory academic progress.
Global Academic Excellence Scholarship: One of the key awards available to incoming international undergraduate students is the Global Academic Excellence Scholarship, which recognizes outstanding academic records and exceptional leadership qualities. This scholarship helps reduce tuition costs and encourages high-performing students to join Rowan’s diverse community.
Departmental Scholarships and Awards: Many of Rowan’s individual colleges and departments offer specialized scholarships for international students pursuing degrees in specific fields such as business, engineering, communication, or health sciences. These awards are often competitive and based on academic merit, portfolio submissions, or departmental recommendations.
Graduate Assistantships and Fellowships: For international graduate students, Rowan provides assistantships and fellowships that offer tuition remission along with a stipend in exchange for teaching or research support. These positions not only help finance graduate education but also provide valuable professional experience and academic networking opportunities.
Graduates of the M.M. program at Rowan University possess a refined and specialized skillset, opening doors to a variety of exciting and rewarding career opportunities in the arts, education, and the broader music industry.
Music Educator (K-12 or Collegiate): Teaching instrumental or choral music in public or private schools (for M.M.Ed. graduates), or instructing at the college/university level in performance, theory, history, or music education (often requiring further doctoral study for tenure-track positions).
Professional Performer (Instrumental/Vocal): Pursuing a career as a soloist, orchestral musician, chamber musician, opera singer, or session musician for recording studios.
Conductor (Orchestral/Choral/Band): Leading professional, community, or educational ensembles, including orchestras, choirs, wind ensembles, or marching bands.
Composer/Arranger: Creating original musical works for various mediums such as film, television, video games, theater, concert halls, or arranging existing pieces for different ensembles.
Private Music Instructor: Providing specialized one-on-one or small-group instruction in an instrument, voice, or music theory, often running a private studio.
Music Director (Church/Theater): Overseeing musical programs for religious institutions, theatrical productions, or community music organizations.
Arts Administrator: Managing and overseeing operations for cultural institutions, performing arts organizations, music festivals, or arts councils, often involving fundraising, programming, and marketing.
Music Producer/Recording Engineer: Working in recording studios to oversee the creation of recorded music, involving technical aspects of sound, mixing, and mastering (often more aligned with Music Industry programs, but strong musical background is beneficial).
Music Librarian/Archivist: Managing and preserving musical scores, recordings, and other music-related materials in academic institutions, orchestras, or specialized archives.
Music Therapist (with additional certification/training): Using music to address the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of individuals in healthcare or educational settings (requires specific certification beyond the M.M. alone).
