These internationally recognized credentials are offered by special arrangement with the Institut Jaques-Dalcroze of Geneva , Switzerland . They are awarded by examination after intensive study of Eurhythmics, solfège, improvisation, and Dalcroze teaching methods. The Certificate qualifies candidates to teach children and adult beginners. The License entitles the holder to teach adults at all levels. Successful applicants have strong general musical skills, good basic training in voice or piano, and the motivation to teach.

The Dalcroze Certificate program entails two years of full-time study, enrollment in the three-week Longy Summer Dalcroze Institute for two summers (taken for credit), and successful completion of the portfolio and all required examinations. Dalcroze Certificate candidates pursuing their programs during the academic year must also participate in the Experiential Education course sequence (2 semesters, 1 credit per semester).

At the discretion of the Department Chair, students who have completed their principal training in other countries or at other institutions may earn the Dalcroze Certificate after thorough documentation of previous studies, enrollment in at least three Longy Summer Dalcroze Institutes (taken for credit), and successful completion of the portfolio and all required examinations.

The Dalcroze License is awarded to Certificate-holders with Dalcroze teaching experience upon completion of Methods III (a two-semester course offered during the academic year), proof of professional attainment, and successful completion of the License portfolio and examinations. Required License coursework for students who have already earned the Dalcroze Certificate through Longy includes Methods III . For students who hold the Certificate from other institutions, the Department Chair will devise a program of required License coursework. One-year, full- or part-time License programs are available to qualified students, and the License may be pursued through summer study alone at the discretion of the Department Chair. Summer License candidates must enroll in at least one Dalcroze Summer Institute for credit. Additional summers, taken for credit, may be required.

Dalcroze training is highly personal, and the timeframe for completion of the requirements may vary widely among students. Students who wish to pursue the Dalcroze Certificate or License through summer study alone must complete the Abbreviated Application for Admission for Summer Dalcroze Certificate and License Candidates, available upon request, and be approved for Certificate- or License-seeking status by the Department Chair.

Level: Graduate (conservatory diploma, bachelor's degree, or demonstrated equivalent required).

Normal Program Length and Credits: 2 years, 36 credits required for graduation for the Dalcroze Certificate. Length of residency and credits required for graduation variable for the Dalcroze License.

Master of Music Degree
Graduate Performance Diploma
Artist Diploma
Dalcroze Certificate + License
Undergraduate Diploma
Bachelor of Music Degree