What Can I Do With a Major In Music Education?
The program of study leading to the degree Bachelor of Music in Music with an Area of Emphasis in Music Education is designed to prepare the student for a career in teaching. It provides a broad base of general studies, applied music, music theory, and music history and literature. Professional course work and an internship are offered in the third and fourth year of study. Students completing the program are recommended for certification to teach PK-12 music in the public school systems of Georgia. Students may elect to specialize in choral, instrumental, or elementary/general music education. Students earning this degree are prepared to enter careers in fields such as public school teaching, private studio teaching, church music, or music performance.
** Includes Self-Employed
CAMPUS CONNECTIONS
- Hugh Hodgson School of Music (HHSOM)
- School of Music Library
- HHSOM Ambassadors
- HHSOM Student Organizations
- Student Organizations through Involvement Network
- Connect with your Career Consultant for help with job searching, resumes, interviewing skills, career options, applying to grad school, and much more
Career Spotlights from My Next Move:
- Art, Drama, & Music Teachers, Postsecondary
- Self-Enrichment Teachers
- Elementary School Teachers
- Middle School Teachers
- Secondary School Teachers
- Music Directors & Composers
- Music Therapists
- Musicians & Singers
- Producers & Directors
- Agents & Business Managers of Artists, Performers, & Athletes
- Broadcast Announcers & Radio Disc Jockeys
- Disc Jockeys
- Sound Engineering Technicians
- Musical Instrument Repairers & Tuners
- O*NET Online – The O*NET database includes information on skills, abilities, knowledge, work activities, and interests associated with over 900 occupations.
- My Next Move – An interactive tool for students and job seekers to learn more about their career options.
- Occupational Outlook Handbook – The OOH is a career resource offering information on the hundreds of occupations that provide most of jobs in the United States.
- Vault – Vault.com provides in-depth intelligence on what it’s really like to work in an industry, company, or profession – and how to position yourself to land that job.
- Candid Career – This resource provides you with access to thousands of informational video interviews with real professionals through an easy-to-use website.
- UGA Mentor Program – Connect with a mentor (alumni, faculty, staff) to research and explore industries and careers. Research industries and careers by connecting with a mentor for a quick chat or formal 16-week mentorship through the UGA Mentor Program.
- Interstride - Interstride is an interactive tool for both international and domestic students to enhance their international experience and employment potential. The platform consists of job-listings, hiring trends, employer information, self-assessments, and up-to-date immigration guidance.
- Glassdoor - Glassdoor is a free jobs and career community that offers an inside look at jobs and companies through "employee generated content" – anonymous salaries, company reviews, interview questions, and more – all posted by employees and job seekers.
- Steppingblocks - Research your future career with real-world stats about your major, your interests, and your dream job title with career and education searches designed to find your best path based on millions of others.
GENERAL
- Handshake (job board for UGA students to apply to full-time, part-time, and internship opportunities)
- LinkedIn (networking platform with a public job board)
- Idealist (non-profit jobs)
- USAJobs (federal jobs)
MAJOR/INDUSTRY SPECIFIC
- American Association for Employment in Education (AAEE)
- Council for Exceptional Children Job Board
- Entertainment Careers
- Georgia Charter Schools Association
- Georgia Department of Education
- Georgia Independent School Association
- Georgia Music Educators Association
- International Educator
- National Association for Music Education
- SchoolSpring
- Production Hub
- ShowBizJobs
- TeachGeorgia
- Teachers-Teachers Jobs
- The Art Career Project
GRANTS AND FELLOWSHIPS
- Acoustical Society of America
- American Association of School Administrators
- American Educational Research Association
- American Music Therapy Association Careers
- Berklee Career Communities
- Council for Exceptional Children
- National Association for the Education of Young Children
- National Education Association
- National Association for Music Education
The information below represents employers and position titles from the Class of 2024 Career Outcomes Survey. To view historical Career Outcomes for this major, click here and select "Historical Data" from the navigation menu.
| Employer | Position Title(s) |
|---|---|
| Beaufort County School District | Band Director | Fulton County School District | Assistant Band Director | George Walton Academy | Assistant Band Director | Gwinnett County School District | Middle School Choral Director | Houston County School District | Chorus Teacher | Jenkins County School District | Elementary Music Teacher | McDuffie County School District | Band Director | Oconee County School District | Choir Director | Prince Avenue Baptist Church | College Worship Apprentice |
The information below represents graduate/professional schools and programs reported through the Class of 2024 Career Outcomes Survey. To view historical Career Outcomes for this major, click here and select "Historical Data" from the navigation menu.
| Graduate School | Program(s) |
|---|---|
| Indiana University Bloomington | Horn Performance, MM | Indiana University Bloomington | Music, MM | Temple University | Music Performance, MA | University of Georgia | Music Education, MEd |