Texas State University is located approximately half an hour from Austin and San Antonio in the beautiful Texas Hill Country and is home to over 38,000 students including over 550 music majors. Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM), Texas State University’s School of Music offers graduate work leading to Master of Music degrees and a comprehensive array of ensembles.
The Master of Music – Music Education and Master of Music – Music are both 36-hour programs with a set number of hours in music core, major area, and elective credits related to the major area. Also offered are opportunities for independent studies with professors in their areas of specialization.
All concentrations are listed below and links to degree outlines are located on the right hand side of the page. Prospective Students should also visit the Graduate College MUS page if interested in a M.M. – Music degree program or the Graduate College MUSED page if interested in a M.M. – Music Education degree program.
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