If you’re someone who loves music and music teachers have impacted your life, you could make a difference in the lives of aspiring young musicians. UW-Superior’s music and education departments have a longstanding reputation for training highly qualified music educators. Nearly 100% of our music education alumni find jobs directly following graduation.
UW-Superior offers two K-12 music education programs to choose from: Instrumental and Choral. With a Music Education (Choral) major, you will earn a Bachelor of Music Education degree. This degree plan leads to a K-12 Wisconsin Music teaching license and includes required teacher certification coursework and one semester of student teaching. Our Field Experience Coordinator will help you find placements that fit your individual needs and goals. Though this track is focused on choral education, you will also be trained as an educator in general music and instrumental settings.
Visit the Music Department website for audition information, performance opportunities and more.
Nationally Accredited
UW-Superior’s music program is the most affordable in the area and is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music.
Licensure
Our programs are designed to align with Wisconsin state licensure requirements. However, many students apply for licenses in other states, such as Minnesota and Michigan. We encourage you to check with your state’s Department of Education to determine if there are additional requirements.
Scholarship Audition
Students interested in pursuing a Bachelor of Music Education degree at UW-Superior will audition on their instrument (or voice). Numerous music scholarships are available for qualified students.
What You’ll Learn
Through a major in music education at UW-Superior, you will:
- Study music theory, history, conducting, and perform in advanced musical ensembles.
- Receive one-on-one lessons and learn advanced performance and teaching techniques on your instrument or voice.
- Perform a wide variety of music on your major instrument or voice culminating in a solo recital.
- Learn advanced teaching techniques while gaining invaluable student teaching and experiential learning opportunities with young musicians.
- Guest conduct musical ensembles.
- Participate in international tours, which are offered every two years.
- Enjoy outstanding music facilities, including an auditorium, recital hall, music technology lab, and more than 20 practice rooms.
Program Outcomes/Career Opportunities
A major in music education: K-12 choral will prepare you for a career as a:
- Choir director
- General music teacher
- Band or orchestra director
- Private music or voice instructor
Licensure for Degree Holders
If you currently hold a degree and are interested in teaching, UW-Superior offers licensure programs that apply your coursework.
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Applying to UW-Superior is easy and free for undergraduate students. Once your application is submitted, you’ll hear from us within just a few days. We’re here to help you every step of the way with any questions you may have, so why wait? Start your application today. Â
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