Kent State University

Overview
Established in 1910, Kent State University is a nationally-recognized residential public research university in Kent, Ohio. With emphasis on research, students are held to a high academic standard in the development of successful professionals. The school offers music education and specialized nursing training via the RN/BSN online program education.

Student Appeal
Kent State is consistently rated as one of the best 100 universities in the country. Students can take advantage of an outstanding faculty and team of researchers whose goal is to deliver the best education possible to their students. A wide number of clubs and organizations are active on campus, as well as a strong athletic program. Students also have the convenience of taking some classes online at Kent State.

Financial
Financial aid is available to those who qualify in the form of loans, grants and scholarships. Kent State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association. The nursing program is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE).

Program Offered:

Music Education
*NOTE: Students must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Music and a Diploma/License in Education is required to enter the Master of Music Education programs.

• Master of Music EducationMaster of Music Education
  With specialization in:
  • Master of Music Education General
  • Master of Music Education Choral
  • Master of Music Education Instrumental
  
  Kent State's Master of Music focuses on the music education curriculum in choral, instrumental, and general music. Courses in technology, music theory and history, and world music are geared to their contemporary application in the K-12 music classroom. You'll also benefit from -
  • A comprehensive understanding of music education from the perspectives of sociology, psychology, philosophy, history and comparative curricula.
  • Knowledge and application of methodology in quantitative and qualitative music research.
  • Capstone curricular project applicable to your area of teaching.
  
  One of the goals of Kent State's MMME is to strengthen your current music education skills and ultimately enhance your professional path. Potential career outcomes may include:
  • Increase in salary.
  • Promotion in current position or to a new position.
  • College-level teaching potential.
  • New career opportunities.
  
  Teachers who wish to complete the Master of Music in Music Education program must first meet the following Kent State University requirements for admission, evidence of graduation in good standing from an accredited Bachelor of Music degree in music education program; and a minimum music GPA of 3.0 and at least a 2.77 GPA (on a 4.0 scale) for overall college coursework. In addition, the Hugh A. Glauser School of Music requires you to have current teaching licensure or teacher certification in at least one state.

Nursing
*NOTE: Students must be a licensed registered nurse (RN) in at least one state to enroll in the RN/BSN program.

• RN/BSN NursingRN/BSN Nursing
  The Kent State University College of Nursing has an excellent reputation for providing high-achieving and highly-motivated RNs with the knowledge and skills which will serve them well in their pursuit of professional advancement. This RN to BSN program sets itself apart by offering personalized advising and an individualized academic program.
  
  Students receive:
  • Personalized advising
  • An individualized academic plan
  • Individualized clinical capstone project to enhance your nursing career
  • Full-time and part-time flexible scheduling
  • Rolling admissions – students may start fall, spring or summer
  • All courses are seven weeks except for the 15-week capstone course
  • Curriculum that reflects critical competencies for contemporary nursing practice as recommended by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing