College of Music

Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee.

• Please be sure to select the degree program "Arts Administration/Music - MA" as there is a similarly named degree in the Art department. Applicants to this degree program must have an undergraduate degree in Music, whereas the "Arts Administration - Art" degree does not have a specific undergraduate requirement.

Step 2: Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and additional materials. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU.

• Vita/Resume
  • Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information.
• Statement of Purpose
  • There is no required format or prompt for the Statement of Purpose. Most are 1-2 pages in length and discuss the applicant's background, career goals, and potential for success in the program. This may be formatted as a cover letter to accompany the Vita/Resume.
• Professional Essay
  • Please discuss (in approximately 1 page) your assessment of the most pressing challenges facing non-profit arts organizations in the U.S. today. Include works cited page if appropriate. (PDF format preferred)
• Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
  • You will enter your recommenders' contact information through the Application Status Check.

Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Please send transcripts directly to: 
     Florida State University 
     Office of Graduate Admissions 
     314 Westcott Bldg. 
     Tallahassee, FL. 32306-1410 

Transcripts are considered official when they are sent from a college or university directly to FSU and contain an official seal and signature.

Transcripts bearing the statement "issued to student" or transcripts submitted by the applicant are not considered official.

International applicants must send a certified English translation with the original transcript.

Step 4: Complete the Interview.

• Selected applicants will be invited to interview for admission and graduate assistantship consideration. Preference will be given to those students who complete the application by December 1. 

Grade Point Average

In order to meet the Florida State University requirements for graduate admission, applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree. Applicants not meeting this requirement may be considered for admission, but only by special exception.  To determine your upper-division GPA, please consult the  GPA calculation worksheet.  If your upper-division GPA is below a 3.0,please be sure to address this deficiency in your Statement of Purpose.  You are also encouraged to have your referees address your academic preparedness for graduate study in their letters of recommendation.

Foreign Language Proficiency

All Master of Arts students at Florida State University must demonstrate proficiency in a foreign language by:

• Satisfactory performance on the Graduate School Foreign Language Tests of the Educational Testing Service,
• Certification by the appropriate language department,
• Completion of 12 semester hours in a foreign language with an average grade of at least 3.0 ("B"), or
• Four years of a single language in high school.

Applicants who do not already meet this requirement may complete it while enrolled at FSU.

December 1

• Priority application deadline for merit-based financial assistance.

January & February

• Interview period. Only applicants who complete the interview by the end of February will be considered for Graduate Assistantships. Applicants are free to interview in person or via Zoom.

February 28

• Application deadline for consideration for merit-based financial assistance.

April 1

• Final Admissions Deadline - The College of Music reserves the right to close admission earlier (and often does) if warranted by enrollment limitations and the number and quality of applications.

Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee.

Step 2: Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and additional materials. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU.

• Vita/Resume
  • Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information.
• Statement of Purpose
  • The statement should  discuss the applicant's background, career goals, and potential for success in the program, and why the Music/Liberal Arts program specifically is the best fit for the applicant.
• Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
  • You will enter your recommenders' contact information through the Application Status Check.

Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Please send transcripts directly to: 
     Florida State University 
     Office of Graduate Admissions 
     314 Westcott Bldg. 
     Tallahassee, FL. 32306-1410

Transcripts are considered official when they are sent from a college or university directly to FSU and contain an official seal and signature.

Transcripts bearing the statement "issued to student" or transcripts submitted by the applicant are not considered official.

International applicants must send a certified English translation with the original transcript.

Grade Point Average

In order to meet the Florida State University requirements for graduate admission, applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree. Applicants not meeting this requirement may be considered for admission, but only by special exception.  To determine your upper-division GPA, please consult the  GPA calculation worksheet.  If your upper-division GPA is below a 3.0, please be sure to address this deficiency in your Statement of Purpose.  You are also encouraged to have your referees address your academic preparedness for graduate study in their letters of recommendation.

Foreign Language Proficiency

All Master of Arts students at Florida State University must demonstrate proficiency in a foreign language by:

• Satisfactory performance on the Graduate School Foreign Language Tests of the Educational Testing Service,
• Certification by the appropriate language department,
• Completion of 12 semester hours in a foreign language with an average grade of at least 3.0 ("B"), or
• Four years of a single language in high school.

Applicants who do not already meet this requirement may complete it while enrolled at FSU.

Applied Music Assessment

Please know that an applied music assessment is a part of most master's and doctoral programs in the College of Music. Non-performance graduate applicants are not assessed until actually arriving on campus for course enrollment and placement. Many non-performance students choose to complete this requirement during orientation week, prior to the start of the semester along with other curricular placement activities. This requirement must be completed by the end of the first term.

December 1

• Priority application deadline for merit-based financial assistance.

February 28

• Application deadline for consideration for merit-based financial assistance.

June 1

• Final Admissions Deadline - The College of Music reserves the right to close admission earlier (and often does) if warranted by enrollment limitations and the number and quality of applications.

Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee. Select the major "Music/Liberal Arts - MA".

Step 2: Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and additional materials. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU.

• Vita/Resume
  • Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information.
• Statement of Purpose
  • There is no required format or prompt for the Statement of Purpose. Most are 1-2 pages in length and discuss the applicant's background, career goals, and potential for success in the program. This may be formatted as a cover letter to accompany the Vita/Resume.
• Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
  • You will enter your recommenders' contact information through the Application Status Check.

Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Please send transcripts directly to: 
     Florida State University 
     Office of Graduate Admissions 
     314 Westcott Bldg. 
     Tallahassee, FL. 32306-1410

Transcripts are considered official when they are sent from a college or university directly to FSU and contain an official seal and signature.

Transcripts bearing the statement "issued to student" or transcripts submitted by the applicant are not considered official.

International applicants must send a certified English translation with the original transcript.

Professional Experience

Qualified candidates will hold an undergraduate degree in music (required) and have completed a Certificate in Piano Technology at a residence school (strongly preferred).

Grade Point Average

In order to meet the Florida State University requirements for graduate admission, applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree. Applicants not meeting this requirement may be considered for admission, but only by special exception.  To determine your upper-division GPA, please consult the  GPA calculation worksheet.  If your upper-division GPA is below a 3.0, please be sure to address this deficiency in your Statement of Purpose.  You are also encouraged to have your referees address your academic preparedness for graduate study in their letters of recommendation.

Foreign Language Proficiency

All Master of Arts students at Florida State University must demonstrate proficiency in a foreign language by:

• Satisfactory performance on the Graduate School Foreign Language Tests of the Educational Testing Service,
• Certification by the appropriate language department,
• Completion of 12 semester hours in a foreign language with an average grade of at least 3.0 ("B"), or
• Four years of a single language in high school.

Applicants who do not already meet this requirement may complete it while enrolled at FSU.

Applied Music Assessment

Please know that an applied music assessment is a part of most master's and doctoral programs in the College of Music. Non-performance graduate applicants are not assessed until actually arriving on campus for course enrollment and placement. Many non-performance students choose to complete this requirement during orientation week, prior to the start of the semester along with other curricular placement activities. This requirement must be completed by the end of the first term.

December 1

• Priority application deadline for merit-based financial assistance.

February 28

• Application deadline for consideration for merit-based financial assistance.

April 1

• Final Admissions Deadline - The College of Music reserves the right to close admission earlier (and often does) if warranted by enrollment limitations and the number and quality of applications.

Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee.

Step 2: Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and additional materials. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU.

• Vita/Resume
  • Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information.
• Statement of Purpose
  • There is no required format or prompt for the Statement of Purpose. Most are 1-2 pages in length and discuss the applicant's background, career goals, and potential for success in the program. This may be formatted as a cover letter to accompany the Vita/Resume.
• Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
  • You will enter your recommenders' contact information through the Application Status Check.
• List of Compositions
  • This should be a comprehensive list, not just the items you are submitting in your portfolio.
• Composition Portfolio
  • Recent compositions, for different mediums.
  • Master's applicants should submit three; Doctoral applicants should submit four or five.
  • Recordings of performances, if available.

Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Please send transcripts directly to: 
     Florida State University 
     Office of Graduate Admissions 
     314 Westcott Bldg. 
     Tallahassee, FL. 32306-1410

Transcripts are considered official when they are sent from a college or university directly to FSU and contain an official seal and signature.

Transcripts bearing the statement "issued to student" or transcripts submitted by the applicant are not considered official.

International applicants must send a certified English translation with the original transcript.

Step 4: Complete the Interview.

• Select students will be contacted to schedule an interview. Interviews will be conducted on January 28, February 11, February 18, and February 25. 
• New students are required to interview if interested in a graduate assistantship.
• For those interested in an assistantship, plan to complete the application process by December 1.

Note that some University-wide fellowships have early January deadlines. If applying for one of these fellowships, please inform Dr. Evan Jones or other theory or composition faculty members so your application can be reviewed at the beginning of the review period and results can be reported to the University-wide committee before the deadline.

Grade Point Average

In order to meet the Florida State University requirements for graduate admission, applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree. Applicants not meeting this requirement may be considered for admission, but only by special exception.  To determine your upper-division GPA, please consult the  GPA calculation worksheet.  If your upper-division GPA is below a 3.0, please be sure to address this deficiency in your Statement of Purpose.  You are also encouraged to have your referees address your academic preparedness for graduate study in their letters of recommendation.

December 1

• Priority application deadline for merit-based financial assistance.

December/January

• Initial review begins for applications completed by December 1.
• Faculty will continue to review complete applications on a rolling basis until April 1.

January/February

• Admissions/assistantship Interviews will be conducted on January 28, February 11, and February 18. Only applicants with completed applications who interview during this period will be considered for merit-based financial assistance.

April 1

• Final Admissions Deadline - The College of Music reserves the right to close admission earlier (and often does) if warranted by enrollment limitations and the number and quality of applications.

Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee.

Step 2: Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and additional materials. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU.

• Vita/Resume
  • Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information.
• Statement of Purpose
  • There is no required format or prompt for the Statement of Purpose. Most are 1-2 pages in length and discuss the applicant's background, career goals, and potential for success in the program. This may be formatted as a cover letter to accompany the Vita/Resume.
• Scholarly Writing Sample
  • Paper dealing with music theory or analysis (preferably a term paper).
• Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
  • You will enter your recommenders' contact information through the Application Status Check.

Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Please send transcripts directly to: 
     Florida State University 
     Office of Graduate Admissions 
     314 Westcott Bldg. 
     Tallahassee, FL. 32306-1410

Transcripts are considered official when they are sent from a college or university directly to FSU and contain an official seal and signature.

Transcripts bearing the statement "issued to student" or transcripts submitted by the applicant are not considered official.

International applicants must send a certified English translation with the original transcript.

GRE

• The GRE is recommended (but not required) of all applicants for Master's level study in Music Theory (waived for 2021-22)
• To be submitted electronically to FSU by the testing agency (Institution Code: 5219).

Step 4: Complete the Interview.

• Select students will be contacted to schedule an interview. Music Theory/Composition Assistantship Interviews will be conducted on January 28, February 11, and February 18. 
• New students are required to interview if interested in a graduate assistantship. 
• For those interested in an assistantship, plan to complete the application process by December 1.

Note that some University-wide fellowships have early January deadlines. If applying for one of these fellowships, please inform Dr. Evan Jones or other theory or composition faculty members so your application can be reviewed at the beginning of the review period and results can be reported to the University-wide committee before the deadline.

Grade Point Average

In order to meet the Florida State University requirements for graduate admission, applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree. Applicants not meeting this requirement may be considered for admission, but only by special exception.  To determine your upper-division GPA, please consult the  GPA calculation worksheet.  If your upper-division GPA is below a 3.0, please be sure to address this deficiency in your Statement of Purpose.  You are also encouraged to have your referees address your academic preparedness for graduate study in their letters of recommendation.

December 1

• Priority application deadline for merit-based financial assistance.

December/January

• Initial review begins for applications completed by December 1.
• The College of Music will continue to review complete applications on a rolling basis until April 1.

January/February

• Admissions/assistantship interviews will be conducted on January 28, February 11, and February 18. Only applicants with completed applications who interview during this period will be considered for merit-based financial assistance.

April 1

• Final Admissions Deadline - The College of Music reserves the right to close admission earlier (and often does) if warranted by enrollment limitations and the number and quality of applications.

Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee. Select "Music Therapy - MM" even if you intend to complete the Equivalency Program prior to starting the Master's coursework

Step 2: Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and additional materials. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU.

• Vita/Resume
  • Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information.
• Statement of Purpose
  • There is no required format or prompt for the Statement of Purpose. Most are 1-2 pages in length and discuss the applicant's background, career goals, and potential for success in the program. This may be formatted as a cover letter to accompany the Vita/Resume.
• Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
  • You will enter your recommenders' contact information through the Application Status Check.
• Schedule an Interview (MM applicants only, Equivalency applicants are not required to interview)
  • Once your application materials (including transcripts) have been submitted, please contact Dr. Jayne Standley to schedule an interview.

Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Please send transcripts directly to: 
     Florida State University 
     Office of Graduate Admissions 
     314 Westcott Bldg. 
     Tallahassee, FL. 32306-1410

Transcripts are considered official when they are sent from a college or university directly to FSU and contain an official seal and signature.

Transcripts bearing the statement "issued to student" or transcripts submitted by the applicant are not considered official.

International applicants must send a certified English translation with the original transcript.

Professional Experience

It is expected that applicants will have earned the MT-BC credential prior to applying for the Master of Music Therapy Program. Those who have not, but have earned an undergraduate degree in music, may still apply for the Masters degree but must complete the Music Therapy Equivalency Program as a prerequisite.

Grade Point Average

In order to meet the Florida State University requirements for graduate admission, applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree. Applicants not meeting this requirement may be considered for admission, but only by special exception.  To determine your upper-division GPA, please consult the  GPA calculation worksheet.  If your upper-division GPA is below a 3.0, please be sure to address this deficiency in your Statement of Purpose.  You are also encouraged to have your referees address your academic preparedness for graduate study in their letters of recommendation.

Applied Music Assessment

Please know that an applied music assessment is a part of most master's and doctoral programs in the College of Music. Non-performance graduate applicants are not assessed until actually arriving on campus for course enrollment and placement. Many non-performance students choose to complete this requirement during orientation week, prior to the start of the semester along with other curricular placement activities. This requirement must be completed by the end of the first term.

December 1

• Priority Deadline - All applications completed by this date are guaranteed consideration for admission. We will continue to accept applications after this date provided there is space remaining in the program.

June 1

• Final Admissions Deadline - The College of Music reserves the right to close admission earlier (and often does) if warranted by enrollment limitations and the number and quality of applications.

Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee.

• Applicants should select the Degree Program "Musicology - MM" on the FSU Application, regardless of intended emphasis. You will have the opportunity to specify your emphasis (Ethnomusicology or Historical Musicology) on the supplemental application.

Step 2: Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and additional materials. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU.

• Vita/Resume
  • Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information
• Statement of Purpose
  • In 1000 words or less, this statement should address your interest in musicology, what you hope to accomplish with an advanced degree in the field, the likelihood of your success, the music you would enjoy researching and how you would approach that task, and why you chose Florida State University
• Sample of Research Writing
  • A thesis or major term paper demonstrating historical understanding, ability to write clearly about musical detail, mastery of bibliographic resources and forms, and control of writing style
• Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
  • You will enter your recommenders' contact information through the Application Status Check.

Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts and GRE scores 

Please send transcripts directly to: 
     Florida State University 
     Office of Graduate Admissions 
     314 Westcott Bldg. 
     Tallahassee, FL. 32306-1410

Transcripts are considered official when they are sent from a college or university directly to FSU and contain an official seal and signature.

Transcripts bearing the statement "issued to student" or transcripts submitted by the applicant are not considered official.

International applicants must send a certified English translation with the original transcript.

GRE

• The GRE is required of all applicants for graduate study in Musicology (waived for 2022-23)
• To be submitted electronically to FSU by the testing agency (Institution Code: 5219).

Step 4: Complete the Interview.

• First-round applications will be reviewed during the month of December. 
• After review of complete applications, a select number of applicants will be invited to interview. Invitations to interview will be sent by email in late December.
• Interviews will be conducted on January 28 and February 11. 

Note that some University-wide fellowships have early January deadlines. If applying for one of these fellowships, please inform the Musicology Area Coordinator, Dr. Sarah Eyerly, so your application can be reviewed at the beginning of the review period and results can be reported to the University-wide committee before the deadline.

Grade Point Average

In order to meet the Florida State University requirements for graduate admission, applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree. Applicants not meeting this requirement may be considered for admission, but only by special exception.  To determine your upper-division GPA, please consult the  GPA calculation worksheet.  If your upper-division GPA is below a 3.0, please be sure to address this deficiency in your Statement of Purpose.  You are also encouraged to have your referees address your academic preparedness for graduate study in their letters of recommendation.

December 1

• Priority Deadline for consideration for merit-based financial assistance.

December

• Initial review period for completed applications.

January 28 or February 11

• Interviews. Only applicants with completed applications who interview during this period will be considered for merit-based financial assistance.

April 1

• Final Admissions Deadline - The College of Music reserves the right to close admission earlier (and often does) if warranted by enrollment limitations and the number and quality of applications.

Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee.

Step 2: Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and additional materials. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU.

• Vita/Resume
  • Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information.
• Statement of Purpose
  • There is no required format or prompt for the Statement of Purpose. Most are 1-2 pages in length and discuss the applicant's background, career goals, and potential for success in the program. This may be formatted as a cover letter to accompany the Vita/Resume.
• Valid Teaching Certification (K-12 Music)
  • Admission is contingent upon having a valid Teaching Certificate for Music K-12. Scan and attach on the Application Status Check.
  • Applicants seeking certification should instead apply for and complete a second bachelor's degree in Music Education before pursuing the Master's degree.
• Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
  • You will enter your recommenders' contact information through the Application Status Check.

Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Please send transcripts directly to: 
     Florida State University 
     Office of Graduate Admissions 
     314 Westcott Bldg. 
     Tallahassee, FL. 32306-1410

Transcripts are considered official when they are sent from a college or university directly to FSU and contain an official seal and signature.

Transcripts bearing the statement "issued to student" or transcripts submitted by the applicant are not considered official.

International applicants must send a certified English translation with the original transcript.

Professional Experience

Applicants to the MME degree programs must present a valid US teaching certificate in music. Applicants seeking certification should instead apply for and complete a second bachelor's degree in Music Education before pursuing the Master's degree.

Grade Point Average

In order to meet the Florida State University requirements for graduate admission, applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree. Applicants not meeting this requirement may be considered for admission, but only by special exception.  To determine your upper-division GPA, please consult the  GPA calculation worksheet.  If your upper-division GPA is below a 3.0, please be sure to address this deficiency in your Statement of Purpose.  You are also encouraged to have your referees address your academic preparedness for graduate study in their letters of recommendation.

Applied Music Assessment

Please know that an applied music assessment is a part of most master's and doctoral programs in the College of Music. Non-performance graduate applicants are not assessed until actually arriving on campus for course enrollment and placement. Many non-performance students choose to complete this requirement during orientation week, prior to the start of the semester along with other curricular placement activities. This requirement must be completed by the end of the first term.

December 1

• Priority application deadline for merit-based financial assistance.

February 28

• Application deadline for consideration for merit-based financial assistance.

June 1

• Final Admissions Deadline - The College of Music reserves the right to close admission earlier (and often does) if warranted by enrollment limitations and the number and quality of applications.

Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee.

Step 2: Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and additional materials. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU.

• Vita/Resume
  • Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information.
• Statement of Purpose
  • There is no required format or prompt for the Statement of Purpose. Most are 1-2 pages in length and discuss the applicant's background, career goals, and potential for success in the program. This may be formatted as a cover letter to accompany the Vita/Resume.
• Valid Teaching Certification (K-12 Music)
  • Admission is contingent upon having a valid Teaching Certificate for Music K-12. Scan and attach on the Application Status Check.
  • Applicants seeking certification should instead apply for and complete a second bachelor's degree in Music Education before pursuing the Master's degree.
• Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
  • You will enter your recommenders' contact information through the Application Status Check.

Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Please send transcripts directly to: 
     Florida State University 
     Office of Graduate Admissions 
     314 Westcott Bldg. 
     Tallahassee, FL. 32306-1410

Transcripts are considered official when they are sent from a college or university directly to FSU and contain an official seal and signature.

Transcripts bearing the statement "issued to student" or transcripts submitted by the applicant are not considered official.

International applicants must send a certified English translation with the original transcript.

Professional Experience

Applicants to the MME degree programs must present a valid US teaching certificate in music. Applicants seeking certification should instead apply for and complete a second bachelor's degree in Music Education before pursuing the Master's degree.

Grade Point Average

In order to meet the Florida State University requirements for graduate admission, applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree. Applicants not meeting this requirement may be considered for admission, but only by special exception.  To determine your upper-division GPA, please consult the  GPA calculation worksheet.  If your upper-division GPA is below a 3.0, please be sure to address this deficiency in your Statement of Purpose.  You are also encouraged to have your referees address your academic preparedness for graduate study in their letters of recommendation.

December 1

• Priority application deadline

March 1

• Final Admissions Deadline - The College of Music reserves the right to close admission earlier (and often does) if warranted by enrollment limitations and the number and quality of applications.

Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee.

• Please note that applicants should select the degree program "Opera Production - MM" on the FSU Application. You will have the opportunity to specify your emphasis (Directing or Coaching) on the supplemental application.

Step 2: Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and additional materials. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU.

• Select an Audition Date

  • You will select your preferred audition date: January 21 or February 18. This program requires a prescreening submission, due by December 1.

• Comprehensive Solo Repertoire List
  • This is a list of all significant solo works you have studied to date. You may create your own or use our form . (You must download the form, fill it out, and save it for changes to apply.) Upload through the Application Status Check. 
• Vita/Resume
  • Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information.
• Statement of Purpose
  • There is no required format or prompt for the Statement of Purpose. Most are 1-2 pages in length and discuss the applicant's background, career goals, and potential for success in the program. This may be formatted as a cover letter to accompany the Vita/Resume.
• Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
  • You will enter your recommenders' contact information through the Application Status Check.

Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Please send transcripts directly to: 
     Florida State University 
     Office of Graduate Admissions 
     314 Westcott Bldg. 
     Tallahassee, FL. 32306-1410

Transcripts are considered official when they are sent from a college or university directly to FSU and contain an official seal and signature.

Transcripts bearing the statement "issued to student" or transcripts submitted by the applicant are not considered official.

International applicants must send a certified English translation with the original transcript.

Step 4: Complete your College of Music audition.

• Those applicants who successfully pass the prescreen round will be invited to a live audition in January or February. 

Grade Point Average

In order to meet the Florida State University requirements for graduate admission, applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree. Applicants not meeting this requirement may be considered for admission, but only by special exception.  To determine your upper-division GPA, please consult the  GPA calculation worksheet.  If your upper-division GPA is below a 3.0, please be sure to address this deficiency in your Statement of Purpose.  You are also encouraged to have your referees address your academic preparedness for graduate study in their letters of recommendation.

Foreign Language Requirement

• Graduation from the Opera Production degree requires reading proficiency in French, German and Italian. In addition, all candidates must exhibit a thorough knowledge of correct diction in these languages, including the ability to correctly transcribe them into the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA).
• “Proficiency” is to be interpreted as having completed one year of each language at the college level with a grade of “B” or higher OR satisfactory performance on the language entrance examination administered by the coaching faculty.
• Identified language deficiencies will have to be made up during the period of residence.

Prerequisites for Graduation

• Opera Coaching Project: The student will be responsible for the musical preparation and performance of an approved opera production: scenes program, chamber opera, etc.
• Recital: The student will accompany one vocal recital.

December 1

• Priority application deadline for merit-based financial assistance.

January 21 or February 18

• Live audition dates

January 25

• Final application deadline. Applicants to the Opera Coaching track must have completed the online application and be registered for an audition by this date.

Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee.

• Please note that applicants should select the degree program "Opera Production - MM" on the FSU Application. You will have the opportunity to specify your emphasis (Directing or Coaching) on the supplemental application.

Step 2: Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and additional materials. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU.

• Vita/Resume
  • Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information.
• Statement of Purpose
  • There is no required format or prompt for the Statement of Purpose. Most are 1-2 pages in length and discuss the applicant's background, career goals, and potential for success in the program. This may be formatted as a cover letter to accompany the Vita/Resume.
• Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
  • You will enter your recommenders' contact information through the Application Status Check.
• Video clips of prior directing work (optional)
  • Attach in the digital portfolio on the Application Status Check

Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Please send transcripts directly to: 
     Florida State University 
     Office of Graduate Admissions 
     314 Westcott Bldg. 
     Tallahassee, FL. 32306-1410

Transcripts are considered official when they are sent from a college or university directly to FSU and contain an official seal and signature.

Transcripts bearing the statement "issued to student" or transcripts submitted by the applicant are not considered official.

International applicants must send a certified English translation with the original transcript.

Step 4: Complete the Interview

• On-campus interview/audition is strongly recommended but not required. In lieu of the interview, video clips of the applicant's work or other support materials are requested. Please contact Professor Lata to schedule an interview.

Grade Point Average

In order to meet the Florida State University requirements for graduate admission, applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree. Applicants not meeting this requirement may be considered for admission, but only by special exception.  To determine your upper-division GPA, please consult the  GPA calculation worksheet.  If your upper-division GPA is below a 3.0, please be sure to address this deficiency in your Statement of Purpose.  You are also encouraged to have your referees address your academic preparedness for graduate study in their letters of recommendation.

Applied Music Assessment

Please know that an applied music assessment is a part of most master's and doctoral programs in the College of Music. Non-performance graduate applicants are not assessed until actually arriving on campus for course enrollment and placement. Many non-performance students choose to complete this requirement during orientation week, prior to the start of the semester along with other curricular placement activities. This requirement must be completed by the end of the first term.

December 1

• Priority application deadline for merit-based financial assistance.

February 28

• Application deadline for assistantship consideration for Opera Directing track applicants.

April 1

• Final application deadline. The College of Music reserves the right to close admission earlier (and often does) if warranted by enrollment limitations and the number and quality of applications.

Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee.

Step 2: Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and additional materials. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU.

• Select an Audition Date
  • You will select your preferred audition date: January 29, February 12, or February 26. Prescreenings for trumpet and tuba/euphonium due December 1.
• Comprehensive Solo Repertoire List
  • This is a list of all significant solo works you have studied to date. 
• Vita/Resume
  • Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information.
• Statement of Purpose
  • There is no required format or prompt for the Statement of Purpose. Most are 1-2 pages in length and discuss the applicant's background, career goals, and potential for success in the program. This may be formatted as a cover letter to accompany the Vita/Resume.
• Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
  • You will enter your recommenders' contact information through the Application Status Check.

Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Please send transcripts directly to: 
     Florida State University 
     Office of Graduate Admissions 
     314 Westcott Bldg. 
     Tallahassee, FL. 32306-1410

Transcripts are considered official when they are sent from a college or university directly to FSU and contain an official seal and signature.

Transcripts bearing the statement "issued to student" or transcripts submitted by the applicant are not considered official.

International applicants must send a certified English translation with the original transcript.

Step 4: Complete your College of Music audition.

• Be sure to review the Audition Requirements for your instrument.

Grade Point Average

In order to meet the Florida State University requirements for graduate admission, applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree. Applicants not meeting this requirement may be considered for admission, but only by special exception.  To determine your upper-division GPA, please consult the  GPA calculation worksheet.  If your upper-division GPA is below a 3.0, please be sure to address this deficiency in your Statement of Purpose.  You are also encouraged to have your referees address your academic preparedness for graduate study in their letters of recommendation.

December 1

• Priority application deadline for merit-based financial assistance.
• Final deadline for trumpet and tuba/euphonium prescreenings.

February 1

• Final deadline for all College of Music materials.

Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee.

Step 2: Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and additional materials. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU.

• Vita/Resume
  • Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information.
• Statement of Purpose
  • There is no required format or prompt for the Statement of Purpose. Most are 1-2 pages in length and discuss the applicant's background, career goals, and potential for success in the program. This may be formatted as a cover letter to accompany the Vita/Resume.
• Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
  • You will enter your recommenders' contact information through the Application Status Check.
• Conducting Recordings
  • Two video recordings are required and consist of: (1) a Performance of a group you conduct (at least five minutes in length) and (2) a Rehearsal at least fifteen minutes in length. Recordings should be uploaded to your Application Status Check; please do not send DVD or CD recordings. Please take care to assure that audio quality from the video is sufficiently high.
  • In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, we understand that procuring videos according to the above specifications might not be feasible. Because of this, we will be happy to accept alternative submissions, including but not limited to (1) audio recordings of a group you conduct, (2) video recordings of you conducting along to an audio recording, or (3) video recordings of Zoom rehearsals or classes. If you need to submit alternative materials, please contact Dr. Michael Hanawalt (mhanawalt@fsu.edu) to consult on their composition.

Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Please send transcripts directly to: 
     Florida State University 
     Office of Graduate Admissions 
     314 Westcott Bldg. 
     Tallahassee, FL. 32306-1410

Transcripts are considered official when they are sent from a college or university directly to FSU and contain an official seal and signature.

Transcripts bearing the statement "issued to student" or transcripts submitted by the applicant are not considered official.

International applicants must send a certified English translation with the original transcript.

Step 4: Complete the Audition (select applicants only)

• Upon review of completed application and conducting recordings, qualified applicants will be invited to give a live audition. Preference will be given to those whose applications are completed by December 1. 

Grade Point Average

In order to meet the Florida State University requirements for graduate admission, applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree. Applicants not meeting this requirement may be considered for admission, but only by special exception.  To determine your upper-division GPA, please consult the  GPA calculation worksheet.  If your upper-division GPA is below a 3.0, please be sure to address this deficiency in your Statement of Purpose.  You are also encouraged to have your referees address your academic preparedness for graduate study in their letters of recommendation.

Applied Music Assessment

Please know that an applied music assessment is a part of most master's and doctoral programs in the College of Music. Non-performance graduate applicants are not assessed until actually arriving on campus for course enrollment and placement. Many non-performance students choose to complete this requirement during orientation week, prior to the start of the semester along with other curricular placement activities. This requirement must be completed by the end of the first term.

December 1

• Final deadline to submit application and conducting recordings.

January / February

• Conducting Exam for invited candidates. Dates TBA.

Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee - Select "Instrumental Conducting - MM" as your program

Step 2: Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and additional materials. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU.

• Vita/Resume
  • Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information.
• Statement of Purpose
  • There is no required format or prompt for the Statement of Purpose. Most are 1-2 pages in length and discuss the applicant's background, career goals, and potential for success in the program. This may be formatted as a cover letter to accompany the Vita/Resume.
• Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
  • You will enter your recommenders' contact information through the Application Status Check.
• Conducting Recordings
  • Two recordings are required and consist of: (1) an Audio or Video Performance Recording of a group you conduct and (2) a Video Recording of a 20-minute rehearsal. Recordings should be uploaded to your Application Status Check; please do not send DVD or CD recordings.
  • Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of these recordings. Qualified conducting applicants may be asked to give a live (remote) audition at a later date.

Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Please send transcripts directly to: 
     Florida State University 
     Office of Graduate Admissions 
     314 Westcott Bldg. 
     Tallahassee, FL. 32306-1410

Transcripts are considered official when they are sent from a college or university directly to FSU and contain an official seal and signature.

Transcripts bearing the statement "issued to student" or transcripts submitted by the applicant are not considered official.

International applicants must send a certified English translation with the original transcript.

Step 4: Complete the Conducting Exam (select applicants only)

• Upon review of completed files and conducting recordings, selected applicants will be invited to take an on-campus conducting exam and interview to determine assistantship placements
• Applicants should contact Patrick Dunnigan  or Richard Clary for details about the Conducting Exam. 

Grade Point Average

In order to meet the Florida State University requirements for graduate admission, applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree. Applicants not meeting this requirement may be considered for admission, but only by special exception.  To determine your upper-division GPA, please consult the  GPA calculation worksheet.  If your upper-division GPA is below a 3.0, please be sure to address this deficiency in your Statement of Purpose.  You are also encouraged to have your referees address your academic preparedness for graduate study in their letters of recommendation.

Applied Music Assessment

Please know that an applied music assessment is a part of most master's and doctoral programs in the College of Music. Non-performance graduate applicants are not assessed until actually arriving on campus for course enrollment and placement. Many non-performance students choose to complete this requirement during orientation week, prior to the start of the semester along with other curricular placement activities. This requirement must be completed by the end of the first term.

December 1

• Final deadline to submit application and conducting recordings.

January / February

• Conducting Exam for invited candidates. Dates TBA.

Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee. Select "Instrumental Conducting - MM" as your major.

Step 2: Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and additional materials. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU.

• Vita/Resume
  • Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information.
• Statement of Purpose
  • There is no required format or prompt for the Statement of Purpose. Most are 1-2 pages in length and discuss the applicant's background, career goals, and potential for success in the program. This may be formatted as a cover letter to accompany the Vita/Resume.
• Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
  • You will enter your recommenders' contact information through the Application Status Check.
• Conducting Recordings
  • Two recordings are required and consist of: (1) an Audio or Video Performance Recording of a group you conduct and (2) a Video Recording of a 20-minute rehearsal. Recordings should be uploaded to your Application Status Check; please do not send DVD or CD recordings.
  • Applicants will be evaluated on the basis of these recordings. Qualified conducting applicants may be asked to give a live audition at a later date.

Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Please send transcripts directly to: 
     Florida State University 
     Office of Graduate Admissions 
     314 Westcott Bldg. 
     Tallahassee, FL. 32306-1410

Transcripts are considered official when they are sent from a college or university directly to FSU and contain an official seal and signature.

Transcripts bearing the statement "issued to student" or transcripts submitted by the applicant are not considered official.

International applicants must send a certified English translation with the original transcript.

Step 4: Complete the  Conducting Exam (select applicants only)

• The deadline to complete the MM Orchestral Conducting application is December 1st.
• Upon review of completed files and conducting recordings, selected applicants will be invited to take a conducting audition.  
• Exam Date TBA

Grade Point Average

In order to meet the Florida State University requirements for graduate admission, applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree. Applicants not meeting this requirement may be considered for admission, but only by special exception.  To determine your upper-division GPA, please consult the  GPA calculation worksheet.  If your upper-division GPA is below a 3.0, please be sure to address this deficiency in your Statement of Purpose.  You are also encouraged to have your referees address your academic preparedness for graduate study in their letters of recommendation.

Applied Music Assessment

Please know that an applied music assessment is a part of most master's and doctoral programs in the College of Music. Non-performance graduate applicants are not assessed until actually arriving on campus for course enrollment and placement. Many non-performance students choose to complete this requirement during orientation week, prior to the start of the semester along with other curricular placement activities. This requirement must be completed by the end of the first term.

December 1

• Final deadline to submit application and conducting recordings.

January / February

• Conducting Exam for invited candidates. Dates TBA.

Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee.

Step 2: Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and additional materials. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU.

• Select an Audition Date
  • You will select your preferred audition date: January 29, February 12, or February 26.
• Comprehensive Solo Repertoire List
  • This is a list of all significant solo works you have studied to date. 
• Vita/Resume
  • Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information.
• Statement of Purpose
  • There is no required format or prompt for the Statement of Purpose. Most are 1-2 pages in length and discuss the applicant's background, career goals, and potential for success in the program. This may be formatted as a cover letter to accompany the Vita/Resume.
• Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
  • You will enter your recommenders' contact information through the Application Status Check.

Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Please send transcripts directly to: 
     Florida State University 
     Office of Graduate Admissions 
     314 Westcott Bldg. 
     Tallahassee, FL. 32306-1410

Transcripts are considered official when they are sent from a college or university directly to FSU and contain an official seal and signature.

Transcripts bearing the statement "issued to student" or transcripts submitted by the applicant are not considered official.

International applicants must send a certified English translation with the original transcript.

Step 4: Complete your College of Music audition.

• Be sure to review the Audition Requirements for your instrument.

Grade Point Average

In order to meet the Florida State University requirements for graduate admission, applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree. Applicants not meeting this requirement may be considered for admission, but only by special exception.  To determine your upper-division GPA, please consult the  GPA calculation worksheet.  If your upper-division GPA is below a 3.0, please be sure to address this deficiency in your Statement of Purpose.  You are also encouraged to have your referees address your academic preparedness for graduate study in their letters of recommendation.

December 1

• Priority application deadline for merit-based financial assistance.

February 1

• Final deadline for all College of Music materials.

Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee.

Step 2: Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and additional materials. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU.

• Select an Audition Date
  • You will select your preferred audition date: January 29, February 12, or February 26.
• Comprehensive Solo Repertoire List
  • This is a list of all significant solo works you have studied to date. 
• Vita/Resume
  • Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information.
• Statement of Purpose
  • There is no required format or prompt for the Statement of Purpose. Most are 1-2 pages in length and discuss the applicant's background, career goals, and potential for success in the program. This may be formatted as a cover letter to accompany the Vita/Resume.
• Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
  • You will enter your recommenders' contact information through the Application Status Check.

Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Please send transcripts directly to: 
     Florida State University 
     Office of Graduate Admissions 
     314 Westcott Bldg. 
     Tallahassee, FL. 32306-1410

Transcripts are considered official when they are sent from a college or university directly to FSU and contain an official seal and signature.

Transcripts bearing the statement "issued to student" or transcripts submitted by the applicant are not considered official.

International applicants must send a certified English translation with the original transcript.

Step 4: Complete your College of Music audition.

• Be sure to review the Audition Requirements for your instrument.

Grade Point Average

In order to meet the Florida State University requirements for graduate admission, applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree. Applicants not meeting this requirement may be considered for admission, but only by special exception.  To determine your upper-division GPA, please consult the  GPA calculation worksheet.  If your upper-division GPA is below a 3.0, please be sure to address this deficiency in your Statement of Purpose.  You are also encouraged to have your referees address your academic preparedness for graduate study in their letters of recommendation.

December 1

• Priority application deadline for merit-based financial assistance.

February 1

• Final deadline to submit all College of Music materials.

Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee.

Step 2: Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and additional materials. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU.

• Select an Audition Date
  • You will select your preferred audition date: January 28, February 11, or February 25.
• Comprehensive Solo Repertoire List
  • This is a list of all significant solo works you have studied to date. 
• Vita/Resume
  • Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information.
• Statement of Purpose
  • There is no required format or prompt for the Statement of Purpose. Most are 1-2 pages in length and discuss the applicant's background, career goals, and potential for success in the program. This may be formatted as a cover letter to accompany the Vita/Resume.
• Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
  • You will enter your recommenders' contact information through the Application Status Check.

Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Please send transcripts directly to: 
     Florida State University 
     Office of Graduate Admissions 
     314 Westcott Bldg. 
     Tallahassee, FL. 32306-1410

Transcripts are considered official when they are sent from a college or university directly to FSU and contain an official seal and signature.

Transcripts bearing the statement "issued to student" or transcripts submitted by the applicant are not considered official.

International applicants must send a certified English translation with the original transcript.

Step 4: Complete your College of Music audition.

• Be sure to review the Audition Requirements for your instrument.

Grade Point Average

In order to meet the Florida State University requirements for graduate admission, applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree. Applicants not meeting this requirement may be considered for admission, but only by special exception.  To determine your upper-division GPA, please consult the  GPA calculation worksheet.  If your upper-division GPA is below a 3.0, please be sure to address this deficiency in your Statement of Purpose.  You are also encouraged to have your referees address your academic preparedness for graduate study in their letters of recommendation.

December 1

• Priority application deadline for merit-based financial assistance.
• Space at our on-campus auditions is limited. Applicants applying after the December 1 priority deadline may be asked to upload a prescreening recording to be considered for remaining audition slots.

February 1

• Final deadline for all College of Music materials.

Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee.

Step 2: Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and additional materials. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU.

• Select an Audition Date
  • You will select your preferred audition date: January 29, February 12, or February 26.
• Comprehensive Solo Repertoire List
  • This is a list of all significant solo works you have studied to date. 
• Vita/Resume
  • Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information.
• Statement of Purpose
  • There is no required format or prompt for the Statement of Purpose. Most are 1-2 pages in length and discuss the applicant's background, career goals, and potential for success in the program. This may be formatted as a cover letter to accompany the Vita/Resume.
• Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
  • You will enter your recommenders' contact information through the Application Status Check.

Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Please send transcripts directly to: 
     Florida State University 
     Office of Graduate Admissions 
     314 Westcott Bldg. 
     Tallahassee, FL. 32306-1410

Transcripts are considered official when they are sent from a college or university directly to FSU and contain an official seal and signature.

Transcripts bearing the statement "issued to student" or transcripts submitted by the applicant are not considered official.

International applicants must send a certified English translation with the original transcript.

Step 4: Complete your College of Music audition.

• Be sure to review the Audition Requirements for your instrument.

Grade Point Average

In order to meet the Florida State University requirements for graduate admission, applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree. Applicants not meeting this requirement may be considered for admission, but only by special exception.  To determine your upper-division GPA, please consult the  GPA calculation worksheet.  If your upper-division GPA is below a 3.0, please be sure to address this deficiency in your Statement of Purpose.  You are also encouraged to have your referees address your academic preparedness for graduate study in their letters of recommendation.

December 1

• Priority application deadline for merit-based financial assistance.

February 1

• Final deadline for all College of Music materials.

Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee.

Step 2: Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and additional materials. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU.

• Select an Audition Date
  • You will select your preferred audition date: January 29, February 12, February 25, or February 26. Prescreening recordings due December 1.
• Comprehensive Solo Repertoire List
  • This is a list of all significant solo works you have studied to date.  
• Vita/Resume
  • Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information.
• Statement of Purpose
  • There is no required format or prompt for the Statement of Purpose. Most are 1-2 pages in length and discuss the applicant's background, career goals, and potential for success in the program. This may be formatted as a cover letter to accompany the Vita/Resume.
• Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
  • You will enter your recommenders' contact information through the Application Status Check.
• Prescreening Recordings
  • All applicants must upload the prescreening requirements  to the portfolio on the Application Status Check by December 1. Results will be sent by email in mid-December.
  • Video recordings should be unedited, from within the last two years, and should consist of three (3) contrasting works from differing style periods. Individual movements of larger works are acceptable.

Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Please send transcripts directly to: 
     Florida State University 
     Office of Graduate Admissions 
     314 Westcott Bldg. 
     Tallahassee, FL. 32306-1410

Transcripts are considered official when they are sent from a college or university directly to FSU and contain an official seal and signature.

Transcripts bearing the statement "issued to student" or transcripts submitted by the applicant are not considered official.

International applicants must send a certified English translation with the original transcript.

Step 4: Complete your College of Music audition.

• Upon review of the prescreening recordings, selected applicants will be invited to a live audition. Invitations will be sent by email in mid-December.
• All applicants will be considered for Private Piano teaching assistantships.
• Applicants who wish to be considered for Accompanying or Group Piano assistantships will perform an additional audition. More information will be provided after the prescreen round is complete.
• Be sure to review the Audition Requirements for your instrument.

Grade Point Average

In order to meet the Florida State University requirements for graduate admission, applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree. Applicants not meeting this requirement may be considered for admission, but only by special exception.  To determine your upper-division GPA, please consult the  GPA calculation worksheet.  If your upper-division GPA is below a 3.0, please be sure to address this deficiency in your Statement of Purpose.  You are also encouraged to have your referees address your academic preparedness for graduate study in their letters of recommendation.

December 1

• Final Deadline to submit all prescreen and application materials.

January and February

• Live auditions. 

Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee. 

Step 2: Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and additional materials. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU. 

• Select an Audition Date
  • You will select your preferred audition date: January 21 or February 18. Prescreening recordings due December 1.
• Comprehensive Solo Repertoire List
  • This is a list of all significant solo works you have studied to date. 
• Vita/Resume
  • Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information.
• Statement of Purpose
  • There is no required format or prompt for the Statement of Purpose. Most are 1-2 pages in length and discuss the applicant's background, career goals, and potential for success in the program. This may be formatted as a cover letter to accompany the Vita/Resume.
• Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
  • You will enter your recommenders' contact information through the Application Status Check.

Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Please send transcripts directly to: 
     Florida State University 
     Office of Graduate Admissions 
     314 Westcott Bldg. 
     Tallahassee, FL. 32306-1410

Transcripts are considered official when they are sent from a college or university directly to FSU and contain an official seal and signature.

Transcripts bearing the statement "issued to student" or transcripts submitted by the applicant are not considered official.

International applicants must send a certified English translation with the original transcript.

Step 4: Complete your College of Music audition.

• Be sure to review the Audition Requirements for your instrument.

Prerequisites for Admission

• A completed bachelor’s degree in piano performance (or equivalent) from an accredited institution.
• Repertoire lists and programs showing evidence of extensive performance experience and a thorough acquaintance with the appropriate vocal and instrumental repertoire (submitted at the time of application); a repertoire list of solo works should also be included.

Admission is based on demonstrated ability comparable to the technical and musical proficiency of an entering graduate level performance major, and the additional artistic qualities and technical skills necessary for accompanying and ensemble playing.

Grade Point Average

In order to meet the Florida State University requirements for graduate admission, applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree. Applicants not meeting this requirement may be considered for admission, but only by special exception.  To determine your upper-division GPA, please consult the  GPA calculation worksheet.  If your upper-division GPA is below a 3.0, please be sure to address this deficiency in your Statement of Purpose.  You are also encouraged to have your referees address your academic preparedness for graduate study in their letters of recommendation.

Prerequisites for Graduation

Foreign Languages - Proficiency in two of the following languages: French, German or Italian.

• Proficiency is interpreted as having completed one year of each language at the college level with a grade of “B” or better OR satisfactory performance on the language entrance examination administered by the accompanying faculty.
• Note: Identified language deficiencies will have to be made up during the period of residence, most likely at a credit level not applicable to the total graduate credit hour requirement of the degree.

Recitals: Three degree recitals, which will include a combination of vocal and instrumental repertoire

December 1

• Priority application deadline for merit-based financial assistance.

January 21 or February 18

• Live auditions.

Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee.

Step 2: Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and additional materials. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU.

• Select an Audition Date
  • You will select your preferred audition date: January 29, February 12, February 25, or February 26. Prescreening recordings due December 1.
  Comprehensive Solo Repertoire List
  • This is a list of all significant solo works you have studied to date. You may create your own or use our form . (You must download the form, fill it out, and save it for changes to apply.) Upload through the Application Status Check. 
• Vita/Resume
  • Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information.
• Statement of Purpose
  • There is no required format or prompt for the Statement of Purpose. Most are 1-2 pages in length and discuss the applicant's background, career goals, and potential for success in the program. This may be formatted as a cover letter to accompany the Vita/Resume.
• Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
  • You will enter your recommenders' contact information through the Application Status Check.
• Prescreening Recordings
  • All applicants must upload the prescreening requirements  to the portfolio on the Application Status Check by December 1. Prescreening materials will be evaluated and a select number of applicants will be invited to audition live on our campus. Results will be sent by email in mid-December.

Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Please send transcripts directly to: 
     Florida State University 
     Office of Graduate Admissions 
     314 Westcott Bldg. 
     Tallahassee, FL. 32306-1410

Transcripts are considered official when they are sent from a college or university directly to FSU and contain an official seal and signature.

Transcripts bearing the statement "issued to student" or transcripts submitted by the applicant are not considered official.

International applicants must send a certified English translation with the original transcript.

Step 4: Complete your College of Music audition.

• Upon review of the prescreening recordings, selected applicants will be invited to audition live. Invitations will be sent by email in mid-December.
• Be sure to review the Audition Requirements for your instrument.

Grade Point Average

In order to meet the Florida State University requirements for graduate admission, applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree. Applicants not meeting this requirement may be considered for admission, but only by special exception.  To determine your upper-division GPA, please consult the  GPA calculation worksheet.  If your upper-division GPA is below a 3.0, please be sure to address this deficiency in your Statement of Purpose.  You are also encouraged to have your referees address your academic preparedness for graduate study in their letters of recommendation.

December 1

• Final deadline to submit all application and prescreening materials.

January and February

• Live auditions.

Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee.

Step 2: Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and additional materials. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU.

• Select an Audition Date
  • You will select your preferred audition date: January 29, February 12, or February 26. Prescreenings for violin due December 1. 
• Comprehensive Solo Repertoire List
  • This is a list of all significant solo works you have studied to date. You may create your own or use our form . (You must download the form, fill it out, and save it for changes to apply.) Upload through the Application Status Check. 
• Vita/Resume
  • Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information.
• Statement of Purpose
  • There is no required format or prompt for the Statement of Purpose. Most are 1-2 pages in length and discuss the applicant's background, career goals, and potential for success in the program. This may be formatted as a cover letter to accompany the Vita/Resume.
• Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
  • You will enter your recommenders' contact information through the Application Status Check.

Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Please send transcripts directly to: 
     Florida State University 
     Office of Graduate Admissions 
     314 Westcott Bldg. 
     Tallahassee, FL. 32306-1410

Transcripts are considered official when they are sent from a college or university directly to FSU and contain an official seal and signature.

Transcripts bearing the statement "issued to student" or transcripts submitted by the applicant are not considered official.

International applicants must send a certified English translation with the original transcript.

Step 4: Complete your College of Music audition.

• Be sure to review the Audition Requirements for your instrument.

Grade Point Average

In order to meet the Florida State University requirements for graduate admission, applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree. Applicants not meeting this requirement may be considered for admission, but only by special exception.  To determine your upper-division GPA, please consult the  GPA calculation worksheet.  If your upper-division GPA is below a 3.0, please be sure to address this deficiency in your Statement of Purpose.  You are also encouraged to have your referees address your academic preparedness for graduate study in their letters of recommendation.

December 1

• Priority application deadline for merit-based financial assistance. 
• Final deadline for violin prescreenings. 

February 1

• Final deadline for all College of Music materials.

Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee.

Step 2: Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and additional materials. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU.

• Select an Audition Date
  • You will select your preferred audition date: January 28, January 29, February 11, February 12, February 25, or February 26. Prescreening recordings due December 1.
  Comprehensive Solo Repertoire List
  • This is a list of all significant solo works you have studied to date. You may create your own or use our form . (You must download the form, fill it out, and save it for changes to apply.) Upload through the Application Status Check. 
• Vita/Resume
  • Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information.
• Statement of Purpose
  • There is no required format or prompt for the Statement of Purpose. Most are 1-2 pages in length and discuss the applicant's background, career goals, and potential for success in the program. This may be formatted as a cover letter to accompany the Vita/Resume.
• Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
  • You will enter your recommenders' contact information through the Application Status Check.
• Prescreening Recordings
  • All applicants must upload the prescreening requirements  to the portfolio on the Application Status Check by December 1. Prescreening materials will be evaluated and a select number of applicants will be invited to audition live on our campus. Results will be sent by email in mid-December.

Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Please send transcripts directly to: 
     Florida State University 
     Office of Graduate Admissions 
     314 Westcott Bldg. 
     Tallahassee, FL. 32306-1410

Transcripts are considered official when they are sent from a college or university directly to FSU and contain an official seal and signature.

Transcripts bearing the statement "issued to student" or transcripts submitted by the applicant are not considered official.

International applicants must send a certified English translation with the original transcript.

Step 4: Complete your College of Music audition.

• Be sure to review the Audition Requirements for your instrument.

Grade Point Average

In order to meet the Florida State University requirements for graduate admission, applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree. Applicants not meeting this requirement may be considered for admission, but only by special exception.  To determine your upper-division GPA, please consult the  GPA calculation worksheet.  If your upper-division GPA is below a 3.0, please be sure to address this deficiency in your Statement of Purpose.  You are also encouraged to have your referees address your academic preparedness for graduate study in their letters of recommendation.

December 1

• Final deadline to submit all application and prescreening materials

January and February

• Live auditions. 

Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee.

Step 2: Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and additional materials. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU.

• Select an Audition Date
  • You will select your preferred audition date: January 29, February 12, or February 26.
  Comprehensive Solo Repertoire List
  • This is a list of all significant solo works you have studied to date. You may create your own or use our form . (You must download the form, fill it out, and save it for changes to apply.) Upload through the Application Status Check. 
• Vita/Resume
  • Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information.
• Statement of Purpose
  • There is no required format or prompt for the Statement of Purpose. Most are 1-2 pages in length and discuss the applicant's background, career goals, and potential for success in the program. This may be formatted as a cover letter to accompany the Vita/Resume.
• Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
  • You will enter your recommenders' contact information through the Application Status Check.

Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions.

Please send transcripts directly to: 
     Florida State University 
     Office of Graduate Admissions 
     314 Westcott Bldg. 
     Tallahassee, FL. 32306-1410

Transcripts are considered official when they are sent from a college or university directly to FSU and contain an official seal and signature.

Transcripts bearing the statement "issued to student" or transcripts submitted by the applicant are not considered official.

International applicants must send a certified English translation with the original transcript.

Step 4: Complete your College of Music audition.

• Be sure to review the Audition Requirements for your instrument.

Grade Point Average

In order to meet the Florida State University requirements for graduate admission, applicants must have earned a minimum 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) grade point average (GPA) in all coursework attempted while registered as an upper-division undergraduate student working towards a bachelor's degree. Applicants not meeting this requirement may be considered for admission, but only by special exception.  To determine your upper-division GPA, please consult the  GPA calculation worksheet.  If your upper-division GPA is below a 3.0, please be sure to address this deficiency in your Statement of Purpose.  You are also encouraged to have your referees address your academic preparedness for graduate study in their letters of recommendation.

December 1

• Priority Deadline to begin the application process.

February 1

• Final deadline for all College of Music materials.