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About the Program
Michigan State University has
one of the leading music education programs in the United
States. According
to U.S. News and World Report, MSU has been the number one ranked college
in the United States for teacher education for 10 years in a row (1995
- 2004). Graduates from MSU's music education program have successful
careers and have risen to leadership positions at the elementary, secondary,
and collegiate levels.
 The mission of the music education area is to prepare outstanding music
educators in a dynamic learning atmosphere that is both inspiring and
collegial. Undergraduate and graduate programs provide a core of knowledge
and skills, which is augmented by electives that enable students to follow
individual interests and develop unique specialties.
There are approximately 180 undergraduate students in the music education
program, comprising approximately half of all the undergraduates at the
College of Music, and 50 graduate students. Undergraduate classes have
15-25 students. Graduate classes have 5-18 students.
Faculty
The music education faculty has been recognized for excellence by their
students and peers. Several faculty members have received college-wide
awards for their teaching. The faculty is active in professional organizations,
is widely published in music education journals, and has presented to
audiences of teachers and students around the world.
Faculty and areas of specialization:
Graduates of the Program
For the past five years, MSU has a 100% placement rate among graduates from both the undergraduate and graduate programs in music education. Graduate alumni hold academic and leadership positions in major colleges and universities throughout the world. Undergraduate alumni are widely known for their teaching excellence in elementary and secondary schools.
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