Music Education
B.M.E. in Music Education
Learning to understand and enjoy music builds a vast array of skills that benefits every student. While most music students do not go on to become professional performers, the experience of learning an instrument, performing in a band or choir, and enjoying the challenges and camaraderie as part of these experiences in school, make music education very rewarding.
Indiana University’s music education program is administered through the world-famous Jacobs School of Music.
Currently, four areas of emphasis are offered for future music educators:
- General Music
- Choral Music
- Instrumental Music (Band)
- Instrumental Music (String)
Your music course work will be taught by Jacobs School of Music professors, but you will take education course work that is collaboratively offered by both the Jacobs School of Music and the IU School of Education.
After being admitted to IU Bloomington through the Office of Admissions, students must apply to Teacher Education Program (TEP). After completing further program-specific requirements, students may be admitted to the Teacher Education Program (TEP). Admission to TEP is competitive; meeting minimum admission requirements is necessary but not always sufficient for admission. Late applications are considered on a space-available basis.
Deadlines:
Fall Term: March 1
Spring Term: October 1
We offer a range of scholarships for qualified students. Current students can be considered for most School of Education scholarships by completing one application each year.
We also encourage students to visit Student Central for information about financial assistance.
If you are a prospective student who applies to our Direct Admit Scholars program, you’ll be considered for scholarship opportunities as an entering freshman.
The program culminates in a semester-long student teaching experience where you’ll test your understanding in real-world situations and refine your strategies for instruction and assessment based on your experiences. The School of Education will help you meet your student teaching requirements and assist with placement.
When you graduate, you'll be able to apply for an Indiana All School Settings license that enables you to teach at any grade level.
Visit the Jacobs School of Music website to learn about music education degree requirements and how to apply.
Contact Us
Office of Teacher Education
ED 1000
(812) 856-8500
edhelp@indiana.edu
Jacobs School of Music
Undergraduate Office
1201 East Third Street
East Studio Building, Room 120
Bloomington, IN 47405
812-855-3743
musug@indiana.edu