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Master of Music Education Admissions—Simple Steps
Congratulations on your interest in pursuing a Master of Music Education degree at Gordon. Here are some simple steps to get you started with the application process:
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Visit the applicant portal
What can you do in the applicant portal? Much more than just start your application! You can:
- Book an appointment with a member of our admissions team (choose from phone, virtual or in person appointments)
- Direct message with our admissions and advising team
- Start an application (You can save your progress and come back to finish any time)
- Submit an application!
On the log-in screen, choose "Sign Up for access as a new user."
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Requirements for Master of Music Education Program Admission
Application Deadline: April 1
All of the following requirements can be submitted electronically via the applicant portal:
- Letter of Introduction
- Professional Resume
- Two letters of recommendation (one personal reference, one professional reference
- Three to Four page essay on applicant’s philosophy of teaching and importance of music education in school curriculum
- Official transcripts form undergraduate institution/s (and graduate institution/s if applicable)
- Copy of teaching license/certificate (state issued)
- 15–20 minute video recorded demonstration of teaching. Detailed instructions regarding the video submission are available in the applicant portal
Applying is free—there is no cost to apply to the program.
You can start an application, save progress, and return to the portal any time.
2023–2024 TIMELINE
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December 1 |
Rolling admission begins, apply at any time until April 1, 2024 |
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January 1 |
Acceptance notifications begin |
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April 1 |
Application Deadline for summer 2024 enrollment |
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June 3 |
Courses begin online; syllabi are distributed, and reading and listening assignments and online discussion are required for coursework prior to arrival on campus |
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Week of June 3 |
New Student Orientation Meeting will be held virtually via zoom on a weeknight, 7 – 8:30 pm, the exact night TBD based on all new students’ availability. We will work to schedule the meeting around teachers’ conflicts. |
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June 24 |
Classes continue ON CAMPUS in the classroom |
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July 8–12 |
Optional Workshop Week (choose from a variety of topics to earn elective credits) |
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July 15–26 |
Classes continue ON CAMPUS in the classroom |
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July 26 |
Last day of classes on campus |
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August 9 |
Final projects and online assessments/assignments due |
Looking to take a course or workshop for professional development only?
You do not need to be enrolled in the Master of Music Education degree program to take advantage of a Gordon College music education. We welcome all music educators who wish to acquire new skills and perspectives. Individual graduate courses and workshops can be taken for graduate credit, PDPs, or audited for professional development.
PROGRAM OF STUDY, COURSE DESCRIPTIONS & 2024 SUMMER COURSE SCHEDULE ➔
2024 SUMMER TERM WORKSHOPS & CERTIFICATION COURSES ➔
Questions?
We are here to help. Please contact Kristen Harrington, Program Coordinator, at [email protected] or 978.867.4429.
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