The University of Florida School of Music understands the needs of music teachers and is committed to helping them balance their educational aspirations and work obligations. The online Master of Music in Music Education program helps us fulfill this mission by offering students everywhere a world-class education, developed and taught by the same faculty who teach our on-campus students and other leading experts from around the country. The engaging, fully online degree program enables distance learners to advance their education and career without disrupting their work life and incurring the transportation, relocation, and housing costs associated with traditional on-campus programs.
| Modality | Online | On Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Total Number of Credits | 33 | 33 |
| Tuition per credit hour | $600 | $448.73 |
| Total tuition | $19,800* | $14,784 |
| Total Fees** | $1,179.75 | $2,704.68 |
| Total tuition and fees*** | $20,979.75** | $17,488.68** |
| UF fees** per credit | Online | On Campus |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Improvement Fee | $6.76 | $6.76 |
| Student Financial Aid Fee | $22.43 | $22.43 |
| Technology Fee | $6.56 | $6.56 |
| Activity and Service Fee | N/A | $19.06 |
| Athletic Fee | N/A | $1.90 |
| Health Fee | N/A | $15.81 |
| Transportation Access Fee | N/A | $9.44 |
| Total | $35.75 | $81.96 |
*Note that these programs are “self-supporting”. Per Florida Board of Governor Regulations 8.002, the term “self-supporting” describes a budgetary model and does not impact student financial aid eligibility.
**A complete breakdown of fees at UF is updated each academic year at https://cfo.ufl.edu/student-financial-resources/current-and-former-students/2025-26-academic-year-tuition-and-fees/.
***Does not include textbooks and other materials/hardware required to complete the program
Many working professionals use a combination of federal aid, employer support, scholarships, and flexible payment plans to fund their degree. If you have questions about financing your education, reach out to an enrollment specialist at (352) 662-3395 to discuss your options and get connected with financial aid contacts.
The University of Florida offers financial aid for graduate students, including employment and loan programs. Graduate students should begin by applying for aid using the FAFSA. The UF FAFSA school code is 001535.
Degree-seeking students can apply for student loans and learn more about their grant, scholarship, and loan options through our Student Financial Affairs site. Information is available on this site for general graduate students, veterans and military service members, and UF faculty and staff.
Important Update: Graduate PLUS Loan Changes
Effective July 1, 2026, the national Grad PLUS Loan Program will end for new borrowers. Existing borrowers who received a Grad PLUS Loan prior to this date for their current graduate program can continue borrowing for up to three additional years or until their program concludes, whichever comes first.
FAFSA School Code
001535
Students can seek financial support from a wide range of public and private sources to help pay for some or all of their tuition and fees. This includes national scholarship search sites like Scholarships.com and Fastweb.com, as well as local community organizations and professional associations.
Many school districts provide tuition waivers or reimburse teachers for professional development. Students may also want to explore external funding sources, including:
Loans are funding that you borrow and must pay back. Federal loans tend to offer lower interest rates and more generous repayment plans. Online graduate students at UF are eligible for the Unsubsidized Loans.
Students can also explore private loan options, but should be aware that these sources typically involve high interest rates and strict repayment policies.
The Post 9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33)
The University of Florida has been approved to participate in the Yellow Ribbon program for eligible Post 9/11 GI Bill® recipients. The Yellow Ribbon program is a provision of the Post 9/11 GI Bill® to help defray the cost of out-of-state fees.
The University of Florida will contribute up to $6500 per academic year towards these charges. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will then match the amount of the UF contribution.
Applications will be accepted on a first come-first served basis. Funding is available for 20 undergraduate students and 10 graduate students. For more information, contact Student Veteran Services by email at military-benefits@ufl.edu.
For additional information and eligibility requirements about the program, refer to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Yellow Ribbon Program website.
Montgomery GI Bill® Active Duty (Chapter 30)
These benefits generally apply to veterans who began active duty service for the first time after July 30, 1985, had their pay reduced $100/month for 12 months and received an honorable discharge. Called “MGIB” for short, this bill provides up to 36 months of education benefits to eligible veterans. Generally, benefits are payable for 10 years following your release from active duty.
Montgomery GI Bill® Selected Reserve (Chapter 1606)
This program may be available to you if you are a member of the Selected Reserve for the Army, Navy Reserve, Air Force, Marine Corp, Coast Guard, and the Army National Guard or the Air National Guard. Eligibility for this program is determined by the Selected Reserve components. You may be entitled to receive up to 36 months of education benefits. Your benefit entitlement ends 14 years from the date of your eligibility for the program, or on the day you leave the Selected Reserve.
Veteran Readiness and Employment (Chapter 31)
If you have a service-connected disability that limits your ability to work or prevents you from working, Veteran Readiness and Employment (formerly called Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment) can help. This program also known as Chapter 31 or VR&E helps you explore employment options and address training needs. In some cases, your family members may also qualify for certain benefits.
Dependents Educational Assistance (Chapter 35)
The Dependents Educational Assistance Program (DEA) provides education and training opportunities to eligible dependents of certain veterans (Chapter 35). You must be the spouse OR child of:
For additional information regarding eligibility, contact military-benefits@ufl.edu.
Employer Tuition Reimbursement
Many employers offer tuition assistance, educational benefits, or a professional development fund. To explore your options, we encourage you to speak with your employer about using workplace benefits to fund your degree.
Workplace Discounts
Through the University of Florida’s partnership with AllCampus, eligible students whose employers are part of the AllCampus Workplace Network receive a 5% tuition discount on their degree program. The AllCampus Partner Network offers exclusive tuition reductions and scholarships to support working professionals.
Our enrollment specialists are here to help you understand if a discount is available. To learn more, call (352) 662-3395.
UF Current Term Payment Plans offers a payment installment plan for eligible students. All payment plans will be four equal installments. Eligible charges will be displayed on the student’s One.UF Campus Finances (Bursar) page under Charges Due. Payment plan enrollments will be charged a non-refundable fee of $15 at the time of enrollment.
Eligibility requirements include:
If you are receiving financial aid, such as scholarships, grants, student loans, waivers, and/or sponsorship payments. Please review your award package closely before enrolling into a payment plan as it may not be suitable for you. Financial aid disbursements will apply to eligible charges and reduce remaining plan installments equally.
Through the Employee Education Program (EEP), full-time, benefits-eligible faculty and staff who have been employed for at least six months are eligible to receive tuition assistance for up to six credit hours of instruction per semester at the state university closest to their work location. The EEP covers courses on a course-by-course basis.
For UF students, contact the college/department that owns the degree or certificate to inquire about EEP support. UF students should visit the Schedule of Courses page to verify if courses will be EEP eligible during a specific semester.
For more information, visit the EEP FAQ page.
International Student Loan, owned and operated by Envisage International Corporation, provides loans in the following areas:
Current students who wish to check their financial aid status can do so by logging in to their ONE.UF accounts.
Our financial aid counseling services are available by phone, in the OneStop lobby on the ground floor of Criser Hall or through the virtual OneStop. If you need financial aid assistance, please call (352) 392-2244 or visit the OneStop.
Professional and graduate students can get financial aid assistance from their Student Financial Aid and Scholarship advisors.
Graduate students may be eligible for a range of financial aid options, including federal student loans, employment programs, and scholarships. To be considered for federal financial aid, students should complete the FAFSA using the University of Florida school code (001535).
Yes. Students may qualify for grants or scholarships that do not need to be repaid.
Eligible students may use military education benefits such as the Post-911 GI Bill® and Yellow Ribbon Program to help offset tuition expenses.
Additionally, many employers offer tuition assistance or reimbursement programs that can be applied toward graduate study. Students whose employers are part of the AllCampus Workplace Network may also qualify for a 5% tuition discount.
Yes. The University of Florida offers a Current Term Payment Plan that allows eligible students to divide tuition and fees into four equal installments throughout the semester. A small non-refundable enrollment fee applies.
Students should review their financial aid package before enrolling to determine whether a payment plan is the best option for their situation.
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