Take your musicianship, creativity and professional expertise to the next level with one of our Music – Master of Arts at Montclair State University. You may choose one of three specialized concentrations—Composition, Music Education and Music Therapy—designed to match your passion and career goals. Music Therapy Concentration: Train with leading faculty in assessment, improvisation, group therapy and clinical practice. Broaden your expertise with interdisciplinary study and prepare for board certification and diverse career opportunities. Located just minutes from New York City, Montclair State offers outstanding faculty mentorship, abundant performance and research opportunities and connections to thriving professional networks. Whether you aspire to create, teach or heal through music, the MA in Music provides the foundation to advance your career and artistry. Music Therapy: If you want to use music to support health, healing and well-being, Montclair State University’s Music Therapy Concentration gives you the advanced training and clinical experience to turn that passion into a rewarding career. In this program, you’ll study assessment, clinical improvisation, group music therapy, teaching and supervision, while applying what you learn in carefully selected clinical placements. You’ll also have the option to explore related fields such as psychology, gerontology, child life and special education for a broad, interdisciplinary education. With internationally recognized faculty and access to New York City’s vibrant healthcare and arts communities, Montclair provides an ideal setting to grow as a music therapist. Graduates are well-prepared to pursue board certification and careers in hospitals, schools, psychiatric facilities, community programs and private practice—or dedicate doctoral study to this field. With a Music Therapy BA and music therapy certification eligibility, the graduate program can be completed in four semesters.
