The Division of Music within the School of Performing Arts offers a 30-credit Master of Music degree in Music Education which is accredited through the National Association of Schools of Music. Individualized curricula are designed to meet students' interests and needs while offering a balanced program of academic and professional courses. Students also have the opportunity to pursue a concentration in conducting. The central mission of the Division of Music in the School of Performing Arts is to provide for the education of undergraduate and graduate students majoring in music, as well as that of interested students from the University at large. Through the integration of academics and performance, the division furthers the knowledge and appreciation of music on campus, throughout the state, in the region, and beyond. Primarily, the Division offers the future and present music educators of our state and region degree programs at the Bachelor's and Master's levels. Teaching, service and creative activity are therefore principally focused on the professional degree programs that serve the music education community.<br><br>The Division of Music offers graduate studies leading to the Master of Music degree in Music Education (with optional emphasis in conducting) and the Master of Music degree in Performance. These majors are fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music. Individualized curricula are designed to meet students' interests and needs while offering a balanced program of academic and professional courses.