Application Instructions
Please select your intended degree program from the list below. All applicants must complete the Florida State University Application as well as the College of Music Supplemental Application and submit all required materials to be fully considered for admission.
Current FSU students applying for a change of major or any student applying for a music minor should contact the College of Music Admissions Office for application instructions.
Bachelors Degrees
(Freshman and Transfer Students)
View Degrees
Bachelor of Music / Bachelor of Arts in Music
Music Theatre
Path to Admission
Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee. |
Step 2: Complete the Music Theatre Supplemental Application to qualify for the live audition. The Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU. Submit your Pre-Screen Materials via the Application Status Check:
Submissions will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning November 1. Final Deadline is December 1. |
Step 3: Complete your Audition
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Important Dates and Deadlines
November 1
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December 1
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December - early January
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February 20 and 27
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March
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Piano Performance
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Complete your College of Music audition
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Important Dates and Deadlines
November 1
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December 1
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January and February
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February and March
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Music (Commercial Music Emphasis)
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Complete your College of Music audition and interview
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Important Dates and Deadlines
November 1
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December 1
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January and February
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February and March
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Composition
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Complete your College of Music audition.
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composition portfolio and prerequisites
Please read all of the information below carefully. If you have questions, contact Prof. Evan A. Jones. The B.M. composition degree is for students interested in composition of contemporary “classical” concert music that explores extended tonal and atonal harmonic languages in traditional and novel forms. Students interested in traditional tonal or popular styles of composing should consider the B.A. in commercial music or jazz. Prospective students should look closely at these curricula as they consider their options and interests. Students in the B.A. program may be able to study composition individually if studio space is available. Students must have completed or exempted MUT 1111 (Theory I) before taking individual lessons in composition. Lessons for credit during the freshman and sophomore year are normally taken with doctoral students. Exceptional students with prior training in composition may, pending approval, obtain lessons with faculty members immediately; others may be invited to study with faculty based on promise shown in studies with a doctoral student. Any prospective composition student must be admitted to the College of Music and have successfully auditioned on a principal instrument. Students should submit 2–3 compositions for consideration of admission to the composition program. These scores must be received no later than the Monday morning of the week before fall-semester or spring-semester classes begin. Please e-mail your scores to eajones@fsu.edu, or handdeliver them to Longmire 213B, or mail them to Prof. Evan A. Jones, Theory/Composition, College of Music, Florida State University, Tallahassee, FL 32306-1180. Scores will be reviewed and students will be notified about lessons prior to the start of classes. Students who are at first denied individual lessons for credit are welcome to resubmit their work; they may also seek private instruction. Another option is our "Introduction to Composition" class (offered every spring semester), the completion of which guarantees the availability of individual lessons for credit in future semesters. Once individual lessons for credit are granted, a student is considered a tentative (lower-division) composition major. Each student's progress and work in private lessons is evaluated at the end of each semester. Students who do not progress well or who demonstrate inconsistent effort will not be permitted to continue in the program. At the end of the sophomore year, students will meet with faculty to discuss their compositions to date, which are submitted to the faculty for admission to the upper-division composition sequence. This is equivalent to the sophomore "applied" jury. One other requirement for admission to the upper-division sequence is to pass the undergraduate listening exam for composition. Students not admitted to the upper-division level should keep in mind that a B.A. in Music is a viable and flexible alternative. |
Important Dates and Deadlines
November 1
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December 1
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January and February
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February and March
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Music Theory
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Complete your College of Music audition.
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Important Dates and Deadlines
November 1
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December 1
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January and February
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February and March
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Music Therapy
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Complete your College of Music audition.
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Important Dates and Deadlines
November 1
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December 1
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January and February
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February and March
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All Other Majors*/Music Minor
Path to Admission
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. Music Minors should contact the College of Music Admissions Office (musicadmissions@fsu.edu) for access to the Supplemental Application.
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Step 3: Complete your College of Music audition.
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Important Dates and Deadlines
November 1
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December 1
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January and February
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February and March
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* Including: Music Performance, Music Education, Jazz, Music (Sacred Music Emphasis), and General Music
Masters Degrees
View Degrees
Master of Arts in Music
Arts Administration
Path to Admission
Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee.
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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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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.
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Other Requirements
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:
Applicants who do not already meet this requirement may complete it while enrolled at FSU. |
Important Dates and Deadlines
December 1
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January & February
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February 28
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April 1
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Music - Liberal Arts
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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. |
Other Requirements
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:
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. |
Important Dates and Deadlines
December 1
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February 28
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June 1
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Piano Technology Emphasis
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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. |
Other Requirements
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:
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. |
Important Dates and Deadlines
December 1
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February 28
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April 1
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Master of Music
Composition
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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.
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. |
Other Requirements
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. |
Important Dates and Deadlines
December 1
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December/January
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January/February
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March 1
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Music Theory
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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
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Step 4: Complete the Interview.
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. |
Other Requirements
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. |
Important Dates and Deadlines
December 1
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December/January
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January/February
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March 1
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Music Therapy (Masters or Music Therapy Equivalency Program)
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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. |
Other Requirements
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. |
Important Dates and Deadlines
December 1
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June 1
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Musicology (Historical or Ethnomusicology Emphasis)
Path to Admission
Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee.
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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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts and GRE scores Please send transcripts directly to: 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
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Step 4: Complete the Interview.
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. |
Other Requirements
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. |
Important Dates and Deadlines
December 1
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December
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January 28 or February 11
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April 1
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Master of Music in Education
Music Education (Full-Time Program)
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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. |
Other Requirements
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. |
Important Dates and Deadlines
December 1
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February 28
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June 1
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Music Education (Summer Only Program)
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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. |
Other Requirements
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. |
Important Dates and Deadlines
December 1
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March 1
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Master of Music in Opera Production
Opera Coaching Emphasis
Path to Admission
Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee.
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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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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.
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Other Requirements
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
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Prerequisites for Graduation
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Important Dates and Deadlines
December 1
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January 21 or February 18
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January 25
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Opera Directing Emphasis
Path to Admission
Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee.
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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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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
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Other Requirements
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. |
Important Dates and Deadlines
December 1
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February 28
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April 1
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Master of Music in Performance
Brass Performance
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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.
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Other Requirements
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. |
Important Dates and Deadlines
December 1
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February 1
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Conducting (Choral Emphasis)
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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)
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Other Requirements
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. |
Important Dates and Deadlines
December 1
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January / February
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Conducting (Wind Band Emphasis)
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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)
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Other Requirements
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. |
Important Dates and Deadlines
December 1
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January / February
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Conducting (Orchestral Emphasis)
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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)
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Other Requirements
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. |
Important Dates and Deadlines
December 1
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January / February
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Harp Performance
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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.
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Other Requirements
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. |
Important Dates and Deadlines
December 1
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February 1
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Jazz Studies
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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.
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Other Requirements
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. |
Important Dates and Deadlines
December 1
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February 1
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Organ Performance
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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.
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Other Requirements
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. |
Important Dates and Deadlines
December 1
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February 1
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Percussion Performance
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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.
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Other Requirements
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. |
Important dates and deadlines
December 1
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February 1
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Piano Performance
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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.
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Other Requirements
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. |
Important dates and deadlines
December 1
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January and February
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Piano Accompanying
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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.
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Other Requirements
Prerequisites for Admission
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.
Recitals: Three degree recitals, which will include a combination of vocal and instrumental repertoire |
Important dates and deadlines
December 1
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January 21 or February 18
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Piano Pedagogy
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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.
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Other Requirements
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. |
Important dates and deadlines
December 1
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January and February
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String Performance
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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.
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Other Requirements
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. |
Important dates and deadlines
December 1
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February 1
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Voice Performance
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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.
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Other Requirements
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. |
Important dates and deadlines
December 1
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January and February
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Woodwind Performance
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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.
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Other Requirements
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. |
Important dates and deadlines
December 1
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February 1
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Doctoral Degrees
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Doctor of Music in Composition
Composition
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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.
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. |
Other Requirements
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. Graduate Record Examination (GRE) While the GRE is not required for the DM in Composition, it is highly recommended. Applicants wishing to be considered for University-wide fellowships must submit official GRE scores. |
important dates and Deadlines
December 1
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December/January
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January/February
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March 1
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Doctor of Music in Performance
Brass Performance
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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.
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Other Requirements
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. |
important dates and Deadlines
December 1
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February 1
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Harp Performance
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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.
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Other Requirements
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. |
important dates and Deadlines
December 1
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February 1
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Percussion Performance
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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.
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Other Requirements
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. |
important dates and Deadlines
December 1
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February 1
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Piano Performance
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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.
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Other Requirements
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. |
important dates and Deadlines
December 1
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January and February
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Piano Accompanying
Path to Admission
Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee. Select "Piano Performance - DM" 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. Select "Piano Accompanying - DM" as your major.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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: Submit your audition repertoire.
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Step 5: Complete your College of Music audition.
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Other Requirements
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. |
important dates and deadlines
December 1
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January 21 or February 18
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String Performance (including Classical Guitar)
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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.
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Other Requirements
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. |
important dates and Deadlines
December 1
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February 1
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Voice Performance
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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.
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Other Requirements
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. |
important dates and Deadlines
December 1
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January and February
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Woodwind Performance
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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.
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Other Requirements
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. |
important dates and Deadlines
December 1
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February 1
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Doctor of Philosophy in Music Education
Music Education
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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. |
Other Requirements
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. |
important dates and Deadlines
December 1
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February 28
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June 1
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Choral Conducting Emphasis
Path to Admission
Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee. Select "Music Education - PhD" as your degree 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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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. |
Other Requirements
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. |
important dates and Deadlines
December 1
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January / February
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Orchestral Conducting Emphasis
Path to Admission
Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee. Select "Music Education - PhD" as your degree 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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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
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Other Requirements
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. |
important dates and Deadlines
December 1
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January / February
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Wind Conducting Emphasis
Path to Admission
Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee. Select "Music Education - PhD" as your degree 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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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
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Other Requirements
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. |
important dates and Deadlines
December 1
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January / February
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Music Therapy Emphasis
Path to Admission
Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee. Select "Music Education - PhD" as your degree 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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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. |
Other Requirements
Professional Experience Applicants must have at least 3-5 years of clinical experience to qualify for admission to this program. |
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. |
Deadlines
December 1
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February 28
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June 1
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Piano Pedagogy Emphasis
Path to Admission
Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee. Select "Music Education - PhD" as your degree 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.
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Step 3: Submit Official Transcripts from all previously attended institutions. Please send transcripts directly to: 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. |
Other Requirements
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. |
important dates and Deadlines
December 1
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February 1
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Doctor of Philosophy in Music Theory
Music Theory
Path to Admission
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.
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Step 3: Submit official transcripts and GRE score.
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Step 4: Complete the Interview
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 report to the University-wide committee before the deadline. |
Other Requirements
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. |
important dates and Deadlines
December 1
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January
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January/February
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March 1
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Doctor of Philosophy in Musicology
Historical or Ethnomusicological Emphasis
Path to Admission
Step 1: Complete the Florida State University Application and pay the $30 application fee.
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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.
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Step 3: Submit official transcripts and GRE scores.
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Step 4: Complete the Interview
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. |
Other Requirements
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. |
Deadlines
December 1
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December
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January 29 or February 12
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April 1
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