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Music Education
With a degree in music education, you can become a K–12 classroom music instructor or private teacher.
Why Earn Your BS in Music Education?
The degree leads to K-12 Certification in Music from the New York State Education Department opening a variety of exciting employment opportunities to graduates such as public school, private school, and early childhood music teaching, as well as studio teaching.
Why Major in Music Education at Adelphi University in New York?
Music education students teaching percussion skills to young musicians from The Early Learning Center.
- Receive individualized attention and be part of small classes where professors take pride in your successes.
- Learn the skills necessary to launch your career in music from a distinguished faculty of actively engaged educators, performers and composers.
- Get prepared for a career as a music teacher at the elementary and secondary levels in general, vocal and instrumental music.
100%*
* Adelphi University Career Outcomes Survey: Class of 2019
of our 2019 music and music education graduates are employed or continuing their education within six months of graduation
Adelphi University Career Outcomes Survey: Class of 2019
Adelphi’s music education program provided many opportunities to grow in leadership and scholarship, two qualities I certainly needed when I was hired to help restructure a high school’s musical theater program.
Sarah Liberti ’18
BS in Music Education
Exceptional Hands-On Learning
Our music education students participate in cocurricular opportunities off campus to broaden their experiences and enrich our communities:
- Presented with faculty at conferences and festivals held by Balanced Mind, the Early Childhood Music and Movement Association, and New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) All-State.
- Taught workshops and served as judges at the Nassau County P.E.A.K. (Parents Educators And Kids) music festival for fourth graders.
Program Info
Course & Requirements
Application Requirements
To apply for this program, submit the appropriate application requirements along with an audition:
Transformative Educational Opportunities
All undergraduate students have the opportunity to apply for the following programs to expand their educational landscape:
- The Honors College – fostering intellectual perspectives and critical skills
- Levermore Global Scholars – preparing students to become global thinkers and leaders
- Study Abroad – providing opportunities to experience another culture and see the world from a new perspective
Awards & Recognition
Niche
Niche.com ranked Adelphi University in the Top 9% of Best Value Colleges in America, Top 12% of Best Colleges for Nursing in America, and Top 10% of Best College Locations in America.
Ranked a Top College
Wall Street Journal/College Pulse
Adelphi is the highest-ranked university on Long Island in the 2025 Wall Street Journal/College Pulse Best Colleges. It also ranks #7 in New York, with outstanding scores for student outcomes including graduation rate and salary impact.
Ranked one of the best
U.S. News & World Report
Adelphi University has been named a Best College among National Universities for seven consecutive years. Adelphi remains the top-ranked private university on Long Island.
A Best College
Colleges of Distinction: Education
Adelphi has been recognized among the Best Colleges in Education for 2024–2025 by the Colleges of Distinction organization for our excellence in teaching.
Top Ranked in Education
The Princeton Review
The Princeton Review has ranked Adelphi University among the Best Northeastern Colleges based on academic offerings and career preparation for students, campus policies, initiatives and activities.
Best Northeastern College
Colleges of Distinction: Career Development
Adelphi University has been recognized as a Career Development college for the exceptional way in which our institution is equipping students with the skills to succeed in their lifelong career journey.
Expert Career Guidance
Times Higher Education
Adelphi ranked in the top 4 percent of universities in the nation by the Times Higher Education World University Rankings, receiving the highest scores in academic reputation and international outlook.
Global Recognition
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Location
Performing Arts Center 206
Location
Nexus Building First Floor
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