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