VanderCook College of Music

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About VanderCook College of Music

VanderCook College of Music provides undergraduate and graduate degree programs, continuing education, and teacher certification. Its offerings include a Bachelor of Music Education, a Bachelor of Music in Performance and Pedagogy, a Master of Music Education, and a Master of Music Education and Certification. The Teacher Certification Entitlement Program is also available. Students can participate in rehearsals and classes during campus visit days, while online masterclasses provide opportunities to work on musicianship with faculty. Specialties include music education, performance and pedagogy, and teacher preparation. The Chicago campus offers student shadowing for prospective visitors, and the college plans to move to a new facility in 2028.

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At a glance

Credentials: Higher Learning Commission (HLC) accreditation, National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) accreditation, Illinois State Board of Education Educator Preparation Profile designation: “Exemplary”
Team: The faculty is made up of experienced music educators across a wide variety of disciplines.
Founded: 1909

The nation’s only institution solely devoted to preparing music teachers
100% of classes are taught by faculty
MECA courses offer graduate-level continuing education for teachers

From www.vandercook.edu, checked 22 Oct 2026. Only what the business states on its own website.

Services

Bachelor of Music Education (BMEd) Undergraduate degree program
Bachelor of Music in Performance and Pedagogy (BMped) Undergraduate degree program
Bachelor of Music Pre-Certification (BMpc) Undergraduate degree program
Performer’s Certificate Undergraduate program
Master of Music Education (MMEd) Graduate degree program
Master of Music Education and Certification (MCert) Graduate program
Teacher Certification Entitlement Program (TCEP) Graduate program
MECA Continuing Education Program Graduate-level courses for teachers

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Services & specialities

Highlights

Degree programs

Undergraduate and graduate music degrees are offered.

Teacher preparation

Includes certification and music education programs.

Online masterclasses

Sessions focus on musicianship with faculty.