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Chapman's Attallah College of Educational Studies offers a Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) Music Education program for those who wish to teach music at the elementary, middle school or high school level. Candidates in the Music Education program obtain both a Single Subject teaching credential and a master’s degree through a rigorous program of coursework and fieldwork.

Why Attallah College?

Enjoy the benefits of low student-to-faculty ratios due to our small class sizes
Comprehensive financial aid opportunities, including tuition assistance and scholarships available
Designed for working professionals, with classes offered once a week at 4 p.m. or 7 p.m.
Tailored support and personalized instruction for individual learning needs
Experiential, community-based learning that integrates coursework with student teaching experience
Courses specific to the MAT Music Education Program are taught by Music Education faculty in Chapman’s College of Performing Arts.

Special Note: Students who already possess a Single Subject or Multiple Subject teaching credential from California or any other U.S. state are not eligible for admission to the MAT Music Education program.

Our Students and Alumni

Chapman University Music Education graduates are employed all across Southern California, including in these school districts:

Orange Unified School District
Santa Ana Unified School District
Corona-Norco Unified School District
Tustin Unified School District
Irvine Unified School District
Los Angeles Unified School District

Alumni Highlight

Keila Gabrielle San Pedro ’22, MAT ’23

"As a lifelong learner, Chapman's MAT Music Education program satisfied my thirst for knowledge while also preparing me to become the teacher I dreamed of becoming."

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Small class sizes and low student-to-faculty ratio
Hands-on, community-based learning connects coursework to student teaching
Paid University Intern Credential program available (in lieu of unpaid student teaching).
Courses specific to the MAT Music Education Program are taught by Music Education faculty in Chapman's College of Performing Arts.

Special Note
Students who already possess a Single Subject or Multiple Subject teaching credential from California or any other U.S. state are not eligible for admission to the MAT Music Education program.

Submit an online application (for Summer start only).
A statement of intent, the prompt can be found within the application.
A current resume or CV.
Hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution.
One set of official transcripts from all institutions the applicant has received (or will be receiving) a degree from.
Two letters of recommendation are required.
Submit passing score on the California Basic Educational Skills Test (CBEST) or equivalent.
Applicants must have a minimum admission grade point average of 3.000. Applicants with an admission grade point average between 2.750 and 2.990 may be considered for admission, and if admitted, will have a hold placed on their second term’s registration. Students must be in good academic standing to continue in the program. Students whose admission grade point average is below 2.750 will not be considered for admission for the Teacher Education master’s degree programs.
Submit passing score on, or proof of registration for, the California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET) applicable to their credential area or equivalent.
$60 application fee.

For more information on Teacher Education Program requirements, please visit our designated information page. Visit Chapman's website to submit your Graduate Program application here.

Fieldwork and Graduation Requirements:

Additional Teacher Education Fieldwork Notes:

All candidates will participate in a minimum of 600 fieldwork / clinical practice hours across the arc of the program.

Course Sequence:

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MAT Music Education: Apply Now!

The William D. Hall and Marybelle and Sebastian P. Musco Conservatory of Music provides aspiring musicians with a rigorous and progressive education of distinction for the professional and intellectual development of artists and scholars in a supportive, liberal arts environment. Our outstanding curriculum offers a musical and academic foundation that prepares our students for vibrant and diverse professional careers.

Application Deadlines

Priority Application Deadline: February 1, 2025

Regular Application Deadline: March 14, 2025

Please note: To be considered for fellowship opportunities, prospective students must submit their application by the priority deadline date.

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