Admissions Requirements

Ideal candidates for the online master’s in music education program will meet the following minimum requirements:

BA/BS/BM in Music Education
- Candidates with a BA/BM in Music will also be considered. Individuals in this category must have experience and interest in teaching, which can be demonstrated through the supplemental Academic Portfolio.
3.0 cumulative GPA in undergraduate study (and 3.0 GPA in undergraduate music theory, earning training, and music history courses)
Professional music teaching experience

NOTE: No GRE score is required for admission.

Admissions Materials

Applicants must submit the following:

Online Graduate Admission Application
Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
Electronic transcripts can be submitted to transfer@admissions.ufl.edu. All hard copy transcripts should be sent to the following address:

Graduate Admissions & Academic Programs
Attn: Phillip Klepacki
PO Box 115800
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL 32611-5800
Three letters of recommendation
Personal statement of purpose
Updated resume
Academic portfolio (See below for more information.)
$37 application fee

International students must also submit additional materials to gain admission to the program.

Academic Portfolio

The academic portfolio includes two components: (a) a minimum 4-5 page scholarly writing sample and (b) other materials that provide evidence of the applicant’s knowledge and skill as a music educator.

Writing samples may include:

A music-related, undergraduate assignment
A statement of your personal philosophy regarding music education
A reflective narrative on some aspect of music education
A published article on a music-related topic

Supplementary materials may include any two of the following:

Audio or video recordings of rehearsals or classes
Audio or video recordings of ensemble performances prepared and conducted by the applicant
Lesson or unit plans
Sample assessments used with students
Original compositions or arrangements created for students
Student work samples
Other items that the applicant feels adequately display their knowledge and skill

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