Music Education Degree | Marywood University

Share Your Passion for Music with a Music Education Degree from Marywood

Develop advanced teaching strategies and leadership capabilities to best share your musical passion with students of all ages in a nationally recognized collegiate environment. With a Music Education degree, you can instill and nurture that same passion in students from K-12.

Marywood University is the only educational institution in Northeast Pennsylvania that offers a BM in Music Education, which will set you apart in your future job search. You have the added advantage of attending a small university with big school opportunities, while you get more value out of the experience.

Distinctive features of the program:

Music education majors have the opportunity to start observations in the public schools during their first semester
Our graduates receive Pennsylvania teacher certification in music K-12 (vocal, instrumental, and general)
Professional memberships available through the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) and Pennsylvania Music Education Association (PMEA)
Renowned, highly credentialed music faculty
More individualized attention and instruction

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I have been so fortunate to travel the country and even the world with the Marywood bands. My musicianship has skyrocketed and my leadership and social skills have blossomed. I could not be more thrilled to begin to put all the education Marywood has provided me with to good use. I am eager to begin educating children through music, and give them what Marywood has given to me!
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How to Become a Music Teacher

The roadmap to a successful music education career encompasses several thrilling steps. First, master your musical talents by dedicating time to hone your chosen instrument or vocal expertise while delving deep into the essence of music theory. The next stride involves selecting a top-tier music education program, like the one at Marywood University, to craft a solid foundation. Embrace diverse experiences by joining musical ensembles and diving into real-world teaching settings during your student placements. Securing your teacher certification is a pivotal moment, ensuring you're equipped with the necessary tools to impart musical wisdom. Finally, as you set foot into the world of job hunting, tailor your credentials and enthusiasm for music education to land that perfect role.

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Admission Requirements

Undergraduate Admissions Requirements

Completed application
Official transcripts
Letter of recommendation
Official SAT and/or ACT test scores (Marywood is test optional)
Essay (optional)

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All Undergraduate & Transfer Students

Acceptance by the University is required before an audition can be scheduled.

Apply to University. (click “Admissions” for further information).
FAFSA Deadlines for financial aid: February 15 (fall entry) and November 1 (spring entry).
For talent scholarship consideration, auditions must be completed by March 1.
Transfer students must complete a minimum 30 credits in music courses at Marywood. Transfer students in education must have GPA 3.0 minimum for acceptance.

Accompaniment

Instrumental applicants should plan to perform unaccompanied.

An accompanist will be provided for vocal auditions.

General Guidelines for All Auditions

Perform two contrasting works demonstrating technical skills and musicianship (see below for suggested repertoire by instrument). Memorization of vocal audition pieces is strongly recommended.

Skills Assessment

Sight-Singing and Sight-Reading

Sight singing and sight reading are a part of all auditions. All auditioning students will be asked to take a short music theory test. This test is used only for placement and does not impact acceptance in our programs.

Facilities & Technology

Music Education Facilities

From soundproof rehearsal rooms that offer a canvas for your musical expressions to a cutting-edge digital music lab equipped with the latest in music production software, every corner is crafted to elevate your educational experience.

Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts

2300 Adams Avenue
Map & Directions

The Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts is a three-story structure that houses the Music, Theatre, & Dance (MTD) department. The facility includes a 1110-seat performance space which contains a proscenium stage, orchestra pit, dressing rooms, box offices, control room, backstage area and the ability to fly scenery. Other features include sound and lighting boards, a 9-foot Steinway grand piano and 7-foot Steinway grand piano (on stage), a Mason & Hamlin grand piano (orchestra pit), and large Allen electronic organ. The facility also houses several studios, classrooms and practice rooms, a music therapy lab and clinical observation room, recital room, dance studio, electronic music lab, piano lab, and a Black Box Theatre.

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Latour Room

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The Latour Room, located in the Nazareth Student Center, is a large, open multipurpose room with media capabilities occasionally used for music rehearsals and concerts. It accommodates up to 500 people. It is a flexible space, which can accommodate multiple presentation/event formats, with or without tables and chairs.

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Scholarships & Tuition

Marywood University scholarship funds are available to students majoring in music therapy. Presidential and Endowed Scholarships from the University, as well as Talent Scholarships, are awarded to select applicants. In order to be considered for a Talent Scholarship, you must audition by March 1.

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Hoffenberg, Dr. Rick

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Irwin, Dr. Christa

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Appenheimer-Vaida, Christiane

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Baux, Janine

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Betts, Ky C

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Bonavoglia, Vincent A

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Bond, Elise N

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Bondi, Kathryn Marie

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Brower, Steven I

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Carey, Frank W

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Carter, William G

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Chuck, Mark

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Cole, Joseph F

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Colley, Stephen J

3D Studio Technician
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Corby, Michelle L

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Cowgill, Dr. Jennifer G

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Coyle, Dan

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Cyr, Lisa L

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D'Amico, Gabrielle M

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Dilger, Aimee L

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Donnelly, James

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Dunleavy, Jessica

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Fay, Maria Theresa

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Franklin, Emma W

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Franzone, Megan

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Gaffney, Patricia M

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George, Lindsay Barrett

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Georgetti, Paul J

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Godoy, Romina C

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Graham, George D

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Greening, Traci

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Grega, Alicia

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Guevrekian, Samantha P

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Hall, Melanie W

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Hanisch, Mary Eileen

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Hartman, Dr. Ashley

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Houser, Dr. Laura Ann Camlet

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Houser, Ryan Michael

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Ionescu, Katie Louise

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James, Dr. Donald J

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Jenkins, Susan M

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Jumper, David R

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Kay, Alexandra J

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Kelly, Tara

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Kjar, David Ashton

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Kogut, Gabriela L

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Kolojejchick, Andrew

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Kucharski, Karen A

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Kurilla, Stephen Patrick

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Laubach, Mark

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Lorusso, Vincent G

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Marco, Adam J

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Masko, John

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Mathiesen, Steven R

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Mazzarella, Lisa E

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McClelland, Erin A

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McCusker, Sr. Joan E

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McLane, Patrick L

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Medley, Christine D

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Mengoni, Ernest D

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Milazzo, Heidi Margret

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Millon, Lilli Margaret

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Moran, Leslie Mason

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Mozdian, Cheryl A

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Noto, Cathy J

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O'Neill, Kevin

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Page, Carolann

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Parker, Collier B

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Parker, Michael F

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Parsons, Pamela

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Paskert, Sr. Joan IHM

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Pennington, Mandy Leigh

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Pyles, Dr. Timothy A

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Rogan, Kiley N

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Romberger, James

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Rutkowski, Ellen Lynn

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Salmeron Carvalho, Dr. Diogo

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Schulte, David Henry

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Sibio, Jillian Lorraine

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Taylor, Christina

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Tifentale, Alise

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Till, Sophie E

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Van Leuven, Heidi Marie

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Vazquez, Georisell

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Wargo, Edward

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Webber, Mark Freeman

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Wilde, Judith

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Williams, Cristina Sohns

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Wilson, Jackalynn L

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Wise, Stephanie L

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Wotanis, Dr. Lindsey L

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Yelen, Julie Sidoni

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Zacharow, Marian Christopher

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Zaikina-Kondur, Olga

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The Bachelor of Music (BM) in Music Education is Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).

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Share Your Passion for Music with a Music Education Degree from Marywood

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All Undergraduate & Transfer Students

General Guidelines for All Auditions

Skills Assessment

Sight-Singing and Sight-Reading

Music Education Facilities

Sette LaVerghetta Center for Performing Arts

Latour Room

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