Inspire through Music
Become a K–12 Music Educator Florida Southern College’s School of Education and Music Department have partnered to offer a Bachelor of Music Education—a dynamic degree program designed to prepare you for a successful teaching career in K–12 classrooms. As a Music Education major, you’ll build a strong foundation in music theory, history, conducting, and performance, while developing the teaching skills needed to engage and support students. You'll refine your talents through private instrumental or vocal instruction and gain hands-on experience with proven pedagogical practices. Turn your passion for music into a powerful tool for teaching and transformation.
Why choose Music Education at FSC?
NASM Accredited
Florida Southern’s Music Education program is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM), ensuring high standards in curriculum, performance, and professional preparation.Individualized Instruction
Small class sizes and personalized attention from experienced, supportive faculty help you grow as both a musician and future educator. Your professors are mentors who guide you every step of the way.Networking Opportunities
Networking Opportunities Connect with professionals through SoCo Productions, the Media Industry Club, and campus events that explore the intersections of music, media, and education. Build relationships that open doors after graduation.Make Music
As a Music Education major, you’ll have the opportunity to join a variety of instrumental and vocal ensembles. Whether you sing or play string, wind, or percussion instruments, ensemble participation helps you continue developing your performance skills while immersing yourself in a vibrant musical community.Florida State-Approved Program
Our Bachelor of Music Education degree is approved by the Florida Department of Education, qualifying graduates for K–12 teacher certification in the state of Florida—your direct path to a music teaching career.Career-Ready
Teaching Experience From early field placements to full student teaching, you’ll gain classroom experience that prepares you for success. You’ll graduate confident, capable, and classroom-ready.Meet Our Mocs
William Boyette
Gianna Marks
Makiya Marshall
Featured Music Education Faculty
Martha Placeres
Clubs And More
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Music Education Program Details
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Admission Requirements
- Upon application to and acceptance by the Florida Southern College Office of Admissions, a student may be accepted into the music major program only through an audition in his or her applied music area. Auditions are offered throughout the school year on an appointment basis.
- All music majors with scholarships must be enrolled in a major ensemble in their major applied area throughout their program of study (music education majors and music management majors until the internship semester).
First-Years
All freshman applicants to Florida Southern Colleges full-time degree programs must submit the following information:
- A completed application form
- An official high school transcript
- SAT and/or ACT scores (unless applying Test-Optional)
- Academic recommendation
Transfers
Applying to Florida Southern as a transfer student is easy.
- A completed application form
- Personal statement
- All official college transcripts
- Social standing form
If transferring less than 24 credits, we also need your:
- Official high school transcript
- SAT and/or ACT scores
Internationals
Additional Audition Requirement for Music
Music Education Program Contact
Martha Placeres, DMA
Department Chair
Director of Orchestra and String Studies
Music Building - 116
863.680.4216
