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- Master of Music in Jazz
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- Master of Music in Music Theory
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- Programs & Degrees
- Doctoral Admissions
- Programs & Degrees
- Doctor of Musical Arts in Collaborative Piano
- Doctor of Musical Arts in Composition
- Doctor of Musical Arts in Choral Conducting
- Doctor of Musical Arts in Orchestra Conducting
- Doctor of Musical Arts in Wind Conducting
- Doctor of Philosophy in Music Education
- Doctor of Musical Arts in Performance
- Performance Diploma
- How to Apply and Timeline
- Tuition and Funding Opportunities
- International Applicants
- English Language Requirements for International Graduate Applicants
- Programs & Degrees
- Graduate Certificate for Enrolled Music Students
- Admissions Process for Enrolled Students
- Auditions
- After Acceptance
- Visiting Our Campus
- Admissions Events
- Contact Admissions
- FAQs
- Welcome
- Explore Music
- Undergraduate Admissions
- Master’s Admissions
- Programs & Degrees
- Master of Music in Collaborative Piano
- Master of Music in Composition
- Master of Music in Conducting (Choral)
- Master of Music in Conducting (Orchestral)
- Master of Music in Conducting (Wind)
- Master of Music in Jazz
- Master of Arts in Musicology
- Master of Music in Music Education (Summer Program)
- Master of Music in Music Theory
- Master of Music in Performance
- Master of Music in Piano Pedagogy
- Performance Diploma
- How to Apply and Timeline
- Tuition and Funding Opportunities
- International Applicants
- English Language Requirements for International Graduate Applicants
- Programs & Degrees
- Doctoral Admissions
- Programs & Degrees
- Doctor of Musical Arts in Collaborative Piano
- Doctor of Musical Arts in Composition
- Doctor of Musical Arts in Choral Conducting
- Doctor of Musical Arts in Orchestra Conducting
- Doctor of Musical Arts in Wind Conducting
- Doctor of Philosophy in Music Education
- Doctor of Musical Arts in Performance
- Performance Diploma
- How to Apply and Timeline
- Tuition and Funding Opportunities
- International Applicants
- English Language Requirements for International Graduate Applicants
- Programs & Degrees
- Graduate Certificate for Enrolled Music Students
- Admissions Process for Enrolled Students
- Auditions
- After Acceptance
- Visiting Our Campus
- Admissions Events
- Contact Admissions
- FAQs
Contact Admissions
Are you considering a future in music?
The Michigan State University College of Music welcomes you to connect with us and learn more about our vibrant community. For any questions about applying or visiting, please contact our Admissions Office. We’re here to help you take the next step toward your musical journey at MSU!
MUSIC.admissions@msu.edu | (517) 355-2140
Michigan State University College of Music
Music Building
333 W. Circle Drive, Room 149
East Lansing, MI 48824
MSU College of Music Admissions Staff

Benjamin Ebener
Provides admissions and recruitment services for music minor, undergraduate and graduate applicants. Manages music scholarship and named awards. Enrollment management and admissions policy/procedure support for faculty.
- ebener@msu.edu
- (517) 355-2140
- 103 Music Building

Grimaldo Robles
Provides admissions and recruitment services for music minor, undergraduate and graduate applicants. Manages music scholarship and named awards. Enrollment management and admissions policy/procedure support for faculty.
- roblesgr@msu.edu
- (517) 355-2140
- 149 Music Building