Language Requirements
Qualification Requirements
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.
The College of Music admissions requirements exceed University minimum standards. Official English Language Proficiency results are required of all international applicants whose native language is not English, including applicants who have already studied in an English speaking country for any length of time.
For admission, attain the minimum required score on one of the following exams:
TOEFL IBT
MM: 80
IELTS
MM: 6.5
Duolingo
MM: 120
Apply to the
College
of
Music
Complete the College of Music Supplemental Application and any additional materials required for your program. The Supplemental Application allows you to select your audition date, and will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your application to FSU.
Master
of
Music in Organ Performance
Master
of
Music in Piano Performance
Comprehensive Solo Repertoire List
This is a list of all significant solo works you have studied to date.
Vita/Resume
Include education, background, experience, honors and awards, publications, names of former teachers, and any other important information.
Statement of Purpose
There is no required format or prompt for the Statement of Purpose. Most are 1-2 pages in length and discuss the applicant's background, career goals, and potential for success in the program. This may be formatted as a cover letter to accompany the Vita/Resume.
Letters of Recommendation (3 required)
You will enter your recommenders contact information through the Application Status Check.
Prescreening Recordings
All applicants must upload the prescreening requirements to the portfolio on the Application Status Check by December 1.