Shape your sound
Whether you aim to perform on world-class stages, teach the next generation or lead in the recording studio, you’ll gain the professional competency and critical thinking skills to succeed in the Master of Music program. Curriculum structure is designed to help you reach your full potential as a musician. Come work with accomplished faculty members who provide the mentorship you need to thrive in your chosen path.
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Curriculum requirementsThis is an accredited program.
View SFA's accreditations.
Are all courses face-to-face?
Varies by concentration.
Is the GRE required?
No.
Is there a capstone?
Yes. Varies by concentration.
Choose your music concentration
Your academic concentration is based on your professional goals. We offer specific tracks for concentrations in performance, conducting, music education, theory-composition and sound recording technology. All concentration tracks are 36-hour programs.
Apply to the music master's program
Students seeking admission to SFA graduate programs must hold a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution. You're responsible for submitting application materials required for admission and any supplemental items as requested.
To be eligible for consideration into this program, you must achieve an undergraduate 2.8 GPA or higher overall.
Ready?
Applying to SFA's School of Music is a two-part process. Application requirements and audition materials are provided in the online music application.
- Complete the graduate school application.
- Apply to the School of Music.
- Select your desired degree to view details on required application and audition materials.
Priority deadlines
For priority consideration, submit your completed application by the following dates:
- Jan. 15 for all required documents.
- March 15 for all audition/interviews.
The deadline to apply for the upcoming Fall semester is July 13 or when the program reaches capacity, whichever occurs first.
Questions?
Get in touch! We're here to help.
School of Music
Wright Music Building, Suite 150
