About this Program
Old Dominion University offers a Bachelor of Music degree with majors in preK-12 vocal or instrumental music education which provide comprehensive preparation for future music educators. Through multiple observation, practicum, and internship experiences, students build upon a strong foundation in pedagogy, performance, and ensemble participation to develop the skills needed for a successful teaching career. Students who complete this program are recommended for licensure to teach music in public schools. Graduates who complete the approved teacher education program, including the Teacher Candidate Internship, are eligible for teaching licensure through the Virginia Department of Education, which maintains reciprocity with 47 states.
Program Highlights
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Excellent job placement, 100% of ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ Music Education graduates seeking employment in 2017, 2018 and 2019 found employment as music educators.
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Excellent academic support.
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Multiple opportunities to gain in-school teaching experience .
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Outstanding and highly experienced faculty.
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Requirements
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The application to ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿, the , the music performance audition, the music education interview, and the music theory placement test are required for admission consideration.
For Admission to the Music Education Program
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paper based: 550, internet based 79
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Transfer
ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿, we understand that as a transfer student you have unique needs that require a wide array of campus resources. The Center for Advising Administration and Academic Partnerships aims to create a transfer inclusive culture that supports the successful...
Careers
Check out these ideas from ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿'s Center for Career & Leadership Development and the . A median salary is a midpoint of what people typically earn—half of those surveyed earned above the median salary, and half earned below.
Teach students in one or more subjects in public or private schools at the middle, intermediate, or junior high level, which falls between elementary and senior high school as defined by applicable laws and regulations.
Direct and conduct instrumental or vocal performances by musical groups, such as orchestras or choirs.
Teach students basic academic, social, and other formative skills in public or private schools at the elementary level.
Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the secondary level in public or private schools. May be designated according to subject matter specialty.
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Cost
Tuition is charged per credit hour. Amounts shown are tuition only and do not include mandatory fees, technology-delivered course fees, course-specific fees, books, housing, meal plans, or other costs. Campus-based students may take technology-delivered or online courses. Tuition is based on student classification. Fees for technology-delivered courses and other costs are listed on the ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿ tuition and fees page.
Ways to Save
Here are a few ways for you to save on the cost of attending ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿. For more information visit University Student Financial Aid.
Transfer Articulation Agreements
To simplify the transfer process, we have formal agreements with certain institutions. These agreements outline the courses you should take to prepare for transferring to ºÚÁÏÕýÄÜÁ¿.
Review the full list of transfer articulation agreements to see if your institution is listed.
Scholarships
Multiple scholarships exist; the music performance audition is required for scholarship consideration. The music scholarships are listed at here.
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