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Frequently Asked Questions

How many units are in this program?
The Master of Music Education requires 33 post-baccalaureate units.

How much does the program cost?
Tuition for this program is $490 per unit for the 2007-08 academic year.

How many evenings per week do I attend classes?
All classes meet one evening per week: Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday from 4-7 p.m. and 7:30-10:30 p.m.

How soon can I finish this program?
Most students complete this program in two years.

What is the average class size?
Classes range in size from 5 to 25.

What is the description of the average student in the program?
Most students in this program are working professionals in their 30s.

Are scholarships available?
One graduate assistantship is awarded each year for conducting and music education. Performance scholarships are also awarded for Jazz Ensemble, Wind Ensemble, Orchestra, and choral groups.

What kind of jobs will this degree qualify students to fill?
Those who complete this degree program are qualified to become choral and instrumental music educators or pursue a doctoral degree.

Who do I contact if I have more questions?
For further information, please contact the School of Music at (626) 815-3848 or email schoolofmusic@apu.edu. Otherwise you can contact the Graduate Center, comprised of Graduate Admissions, the Graduate Registrar, and Graduate Student Financial Services, as an additional resource in answering questions. The main number is (626) 815-4750.

Graduate Center Information

Contact Information Location and Hours
Graduate Center
Azusa Pacific University
PO Box 7000
Azusa, CA 91702-7000

(800) TALK-APU
(800) 825-5278
(626) 815-4570
Fax (626) 815-4571
graduatecenter@apu.edu
www.apu.edu/graduatecenter
Administration West Building
568 E. Foothill Blvd.
Azusa, CA 91702

Monday-Thursday
    8:30 a.m.-7 p.m.
Friday
    9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Note: This information is current for the 2007-08 academic year. To view 2008-09 program information, visit the Academic Catalogs page. For additional information, please contact the appropriate office.
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