Admissions

Bachelor of Music in Performance

The Bachelor of Music degree in music performance requires concentrated study in one of the following five performance areas: piano, stringed instruments, wind instruments, percussion instruments, or voice. An admissions audition is required for consideration.

University and Music Supplemental Application

After you create your admissions account, you will be asked to select an application type. You will be creating two applications – the main university application (First-Year or Transfer) and the College of Music Supplemental Application. Follow the advertised deadlines for the main university application. The College of Music Supplemental Application deadline is Dec 1 for Fall applicants, and Oct 1 for Spring applicants. Current MSU students do not file a main university application. Instead, file only the Music Supplemental Application.

Personal Statement

In your personal statement, please describe your educational and musical background, goals and objectives, and future career plans. Include any information that you feel would be helpful to the College of Music in making our admission decision. Limit your statement to 300-500 words.

Letters of Recommendation

Request letters of recommendation from two individuals familiar with your musical abilities.

Audition Materials

This major requires a successful admissions audition on one of the below-listed disciplines.

Instruments

Jazz Instruments

Additional Requirements for International Undergraduate Applicants

International applicants are required to submit a variety of things to complete their application. MSU Admissions has collected a comprehensive list of what is needed.

International Applicant Checklist