St. Cloud State University

Program Information

Degree Offered

M.M.- Music: Piano Pedagogy

Format: Campus

Program Description:

The Master of Music program in Piano Pedagogy is designed to improve the teaching and performance skills of piano teachers by:
Offering extensive training through individually structured piano study, solo and chamber music performance and pedagogy classes;
Strengthening the understanding and knowledge of music through courses in analytical techniques, music history and piano literature;
Providing the opportunity to pursue an area or interest in research and/or performance.
Pianists have the opportunity to observe and teach in the music department's piano preparatory program.

Accreditation:

National Association of Schools of Music

# of Credits Required:

34

International Student Requirements:

In addition to submitting an application, application fee, GRE/GMAT scores, and 3 letters of recommendation, international students must also submit scores from a language admission exam and financial documentation stating that the student has $17,000 USD in support of graduate study. Qualifying language admission exams and required scores are as follows: TOEFL: 213 on the computer exam, 550 on the paper exam or 79 on the iBT with no subscore under 17; Michigan Placement Test: 80; IELTS: 6.5

Tuition & Financial Aid

Cost Per Credit Hour:

289.00 

Financial Aid Offered: No

Classification: Master's Colleges & Universities I

Institution Sector: Public

Locale: Small City

Size & Settings: 10,000 - 19,999