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Features

Entirely Online | 30 Credits | 4 semesters
  • Gain access to current educational trends and issues and broaden your perspectives on music education.
  • Explore innovative curriculum in progressive music education and music for inclusive classrooms.
  • Increase your earning power with an advanced degree from a reputable program.

Here to Help

As an Online & Distance Education student, you’ll have a dedicated Enrollment Contact and Program Coordinator to assist you with registering for classes, navigating the course sequence and billing process, preparing for graduation and much more.

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Justin Mertz

Program Coordinator

School of Music
justin.mertz@uni.edu
319-273-2024

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Jamie Anderson

Enrollment Contact

jamie.anderson@uni.edu
319-273-7206

Delivered Entirely Online

Courses are offered entirely online in the evenings (including summers) using Zoom video conferencing and Blackboard. The program is delivered in a cohort model, allowing you to study with the same group of peers throughout the program. 

‌Summer 2024 sequence ‌Summer 2025 sequence

Students meeting online through Zoom
Our graduates are prepared to:
  • Lead and implement music programs for inclusive classrooms
  • Utilize analytical techniques and knowledge of current trends to enhance school programs
  • Serve in leadership roles within classrooms and school music administration
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Individualized Support Services

Throughout every step of your program, you'll have a dedicated team of support staff ready to assist you. You'll also have access to UNI services such as:

  • Personalized academic advising
  • Support from Financial Aid, Career Services and Rod Library staff
  • Academic support and tutoring opportunities from the Learning Center
  • Access to student accessibility services and staff
  • Technical support assistance
Student smiling receiving help from staff member
Delivered Entirely Online

Courses are offered entirely online in the evenings (including summers) using Zoom video conferencing and Blackboard. The program is delivered in a cohort model, allowing you to study with the same group of peers throughout the program. 

‌Summer 2024 sequence ‌Summer 2025 sequence

Students meeting online through Zoom
Our graduates are prepared to:
  • Lead and implement music programs for inclusive classrooms
  • Utilize analytical techniques and knowledge of current trends to enhance school programs
  • Serve in leadership roles within classrooms and school music administration
Smiling graduate hugging someone at graduation ceremony
Individualized Support Services

Throughout every step of your program, you'll have a dedicated team of support staff ready to assist you. You'll also have access to UNI services such as:

  • Personalized academic advising
  • Support from Financial Aid, Career Services and Rod Library staff
  • Academic support and tutoring opportunities from the Learning Center
  • Access to student accessibility services and staff
  • Technical support assistance
Student smiling receiving help from staff member

Along with your UNI and School of Music applications, you should submit: 

  • written statement answering questions on the application
  • two letters of recommendation
  • resume or CV
  • official transcripts

Please note this program does not provide teacher licensure. The program is designed for current, licensed teachers.

Next Steps


Express Interest

Complete our online information request form. We'll send program updates, important information, and application deadlines directly to your inbox!


Apply

Along with the application, students must submit the required additional application materials listed above.

Applications received by April 15 will receive full consideration.


Apply for Scholarships 

Online & Distance Education offers scholarships for qualified students. Learn more and apply for the scholarship today. 

Delivery of this program is contingent on a sufficient number of students being accepted into the program.