Music Education Degrees

For more than 50 years the School of Music has been training students to be music educators, and our graduates are employed in public and private institutions throughout the country. The School of Music offers the Music Education, BM and the Music, MM with a concentration in Music Education.

At the East Carolina University School of Music, the Music Education program prepares flexible, knowledgeable, and possibility-oriented musician-educators who inspire meaningful musical experiences in schools and communities. Students are trained to teach with purpose, artistry, and innovation, while developing the adaptability needed to succeed in a wide range of educational settings.

Guided by this mission, the program is grounded in the following core principles:

• Musicianship – cultivating strong artistic and pedagogical skills through the integration of musical excellence and professional teaching practice.
• Transfer – connecting and applying knowledge across areas, ensembles, teaching experiences, and educational contexts.
• Flexibility – fostering resilience, adaptability, and a willingness to embrace risk-taking and growth in a variety of settings.
• Community Leadership – developing educators who serve as voices of change with vision, agency, and a commitment to meaningful community impact.
• Creativity – encouraging imaginative, engaging, and innovative approaches to teaching and learning.
• Lifelong Learning – inspiring continuous personal, musical, and professional growth throughout one’s life and career.

The Music Education program seeks to develop reflective, creative, and compassionate music educators who value collaboration, inclusivity, and the lasting impact music can have in the lives of individuals, schools, and communities.

Undergraduate

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For more undergraduate degree information contact:

MUSICADMISSIONS@ECU.EDU Assistant Director for Student Services, 252-328-4281

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Graduate

The Master of Music degree with a concentration in music education is predominantly online (emphasis in Pedagogical Studies is 100% online), and has two options: one is in teacher education (approved for North Carolina teacher licensure), the other option does not include licensure preparation.*

Admission and Application Information.
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Click here to access the graduate catalog regarding the MM degree with a concentration in Music Education.

For more graduate degree information contact:

Dr. Jay Juchniewicz Coordinator of Graduate Studies, 252-328-1251

*Institutional and Professional Licensure Disclosures for Enrolled and Prospective Students

ECU degree programs satisfy the professional licensure and/or certification requirements in North Carolina and prepare students to sit for these exams. However, requirements in other states may be different.

If you are considering a degree program that may, would, could or potentially lead to a professional license and/or certification, please note that at this time ECU may or may not be able to advise whether a program meets requirements outside of North Carolina. Prior to enrolling in a degree program, please discuss this important topic with your program of interest.

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