Bachelor of Science - Music Education

Here’s why the Music Education program stands out:  

• Gain student-teaching experience in the first year—no waiting required!  
• Benefit from cross-collaborative courses, where opportunities exist to build an online presence with a digital portfolio or explore the latest recording technology in a production studio.  
• Receive personalized guidance from faculty while preparing for certification exams.  
• Join various ensembles, including orchestra, jazz, rock band, opera scenes, or choir, or take private lessons on a second instrument.

Many career paths:

A music education degree can open doors to a rewarding career. Here’s where Hartwick alums are putting their music education skills to work:

• Oneonta City Schools
• Milford Central School
• Oxford Academy
• Sherburne-Earlville Central School
• Rochester City Schools
• Longwood Central School District, Long Island
• Hoosick Falls Central Schools
• Williamson County Schools, Tenn.
• Orange County Public School, Orlando, Fla.
• Only Make Believe, Washington D.C.
• Kid Domain, N.Y.

What students will learn:

• Develop a unique teaching philosophy and style while honing skills in local classrooms.
• Strengthen classroom skills in a safe, personalized, and flexible environment during a J Term mini-practicum.
• Spend J Term abroad studying music in other cultures.
• Interested in a master’s degree? An agreement with Nazareth College allows for a fast-tracked application with waived fees and no on-campus audition.