M.M.T. in Music Therapy (Online)

Earn your Master of Music Therapy online Advance your career as a music therapist with CSU's nationally recognized online Master of Music Therapy degree. Through your course of study, you will advance your practice using music therapy to address the physical, psychological, cognitive, and social needs of individuals. In this program, you will: Expand your knowledge in neuroscience, clinical decision-making, and research. Advance your clinical competencies to support individuals with acquired and neurodevelopmental conditions. Apply evidence-based practices and protocols to facilitate outcomes in a variety of therapeutic settings. Earn your master’s degree online and at your own pace, while continuing your professional work. Participate in a one-time, four-day summer intensive on CSU’s Fort Collins campus. An evidence-based approach to music therapy Develop your skills as a music therapist by focusing on evidence-based techniques that promote changes in cognitive, sensorimotor, communication, and psychosocial functioning. Apply the latest neuroscience and music research to guide clinical decisions and deliver optimal, individualized treatment. In the CSU Master of Music Therapy program, you will strengthen your clinical decision-making skills to: Design and implement evidence-based music therapy interventions Evaluate client responses and adjust treatment in real time Integrate neuroscience and music therapy research into clinical practice Measure and evaluate treatment outcomes using assessment tools Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across settings Apply ethical and professional standards in diverse clinical settings CSU faculty bring their cutting-edge research and clinical expertise directly into your online courses, providing a current and evidence-based learning experience. You’ll learn from leaders in the field, with faculty specializing in areas such as: Applying neuroscience research to inform music therapy clinical decision-making Integrating technology to enhance therapeutic interventions Innovating music therapy education and pedagogical practices Using music therapy as a strengths-based support for neurodiverse children Exploring the neuroscience of music perception and production Implementing music therapy in community-based settings Learn more on the Applied Podcast In this episode, we talk with two faculty members in CSU’s Music Therapy department: Dr. Blythe LaGasse and Dr. Jess Rushing. We learn about the healing power of music, why music therapy works, and how it fits into a holistic healthcare system.

The music therapy (M.M.T.) degree requires applicants to have the following:

Bachelor's degree in music therapy from a regionally accredited institution, or a bachelor's degree and completion of a music therapy equivalency program. No exceptions allowed.

Board certification in music therapy (or international equivalent).

GRE test scores are not required for this program.

Note that meeting the minimum department standards does not ensure admission to the program. Admission to Colorado State University graduate programs is based on a number of factors, including prior academic and professional experience and the personal statement; Prepare the materials below and upload when you apply online.

All prior transcripts (sent directly to CSU)

Current resume

A statement of purpose and career goals for graduate study at Colorado State University (limit 3 pages)