Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master of Music Therapy (M.M.T.) degree at Colorado State University is designed to help music therapists advance their practice and connect with others in the field. The program focuses on evidence-based techniques, neuroscience, and clinical decision-making, and is delivered online with one on-campus summer intensive.

Program Details

• Degree Awarded: Master of Music Therapy
• Time Frame: Can be completed in 2 years
• Admission Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Music Therapy or a bachelor's degree and completion of a music therapy equivalency program
  • Board certification in music therapy
• Tuition: $662 per credit
• Credits: 30 credits required for Plan B
• Curriculum:
  • 15 credits of required music therapy courses
  • 15 credits of electives
• Required Courses:
  • MU 543: Advanced Research Methods in Music Therapy
  • MU 545: Composition for Music Therapy Practitioners
  • MU 648: Neuroscience/Music Foundations in Therapy
  • MU 649: Advanced Practice in Music Therapy
  • MU 686: Music Therapy Practicum
• Elective Courses:
  • MU 647: Historic Foundations of Music Therapy
  • MU 692G: Seminar
  • Other electives available in areas such as Biomedical Sciences, Education Research Methods, Psychology, and more

Faculty

The program is led by experienced faculty with expertise in music therapy, neuroscience, and research. Faculty members include:

• Dr. Blythe LaGasse, Ph.D., MT-BC
• Dr. Andrew Knight, Ph.D., MT-BC
• Dr. Lindsey Wilhelm, Ph.D., MT-BC

Why Choose CSU?

The Master of Music Therapy program at Colorado State University offers:

• Education that Helps You Help Others: Develop skills to assist in the physical, psychological, cognitive, and social needs of individuals
• A Well-Balanced Educational Experience: Explore music therapy research and music methodology in core classes emphasizing evidence-based practice and the neuroscience of music therapy
• A Neuroscience Approach: Learn how to affect change in an individual's psychosocial functioning, speech and language development, cognition, sensorimotor skills, and more
• Instruction from Expert Faculty: Learn from faculty with a wealth of knowledge and experience in the field of music therapy

How to Apply

To apply to the Master of Music Therapy program, follow these steps:

• Review minimum admission requirements
• Prepare application materials, including transcripts, résumé, statement of purpose, and video audition
• Complete the online graduate application form and pay the nonrefundable application processing fee
• Request official transcripts from all institutions attended
• Check application status and wait for the department admission committee's decision

Application Dates

• Fall semester: July 1
• Spring semester: November 1