Baylor University offers the dual degree Master of Divinity/Master of Music through George W. Truett Theological Seminary and the School of Music. This program in church music provides advanced theological education and graduate education in music for ministers in the field of music.

Admission

Students seeking admission to the dual degree program are required to fulfill admission requirements for George W. Truett Theological Seminary and the Baylor University Graduate School. Students must apply and be admitted to each of the programs. Upon commencing Seminary studies, the student may enroll in both programs.

Special Academic Considerations

Since both degrees are awarded simultaneously, all requirements in both schools must be completed in order to receive either degree.

Advising

All dual degree students are required to meet with the Director of Academic Services at Truett Seminary and their advisor in the Graduate School once a year to monitor their academic progress. 

Master of Divinity/Master of Music Degree Requirements

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These are required courses; however, based upon previous academic experience, students may petition to waive or substitute these courses. Introductory courses are waived from the degree plan by passing an advanced standing exam (see the Advanced Standing Policy).

Master of Music Curriculum

All dual degree students must meet with their advisor in the School of Music to review degree requirements and to monitor their academic progress.

For further information regarding the Master of Music degree consult the Baylor University Graduate Catalog or contact:

Melinda Coats
Academic, Church Music, and Graduate Studies Administrative Associate, School of Music
Baylor University
One Bear Place #97408
Waco, TX 76798-7408
E-mail: Melinda_Coats@baylor.edu
Telephone: 254-710-2360