How to Apply
To apply, submit Temple University’s application along with the $60 online application fee. Standardized tests (GRE or MAT) are not required.
Letters of Recommendation
Submit two letters of recommendation.
Résumé
A current professional résumé is required.
Standardized Test Scores
Test scores, such as the GMAT or GRE, are optional.
Statement of Goals
In 500–1,000 words, state your career goals and how you believe this degree will help you achieve them. Discuss the relevant experience you have obtained so far.
Transcripts
Submit official undergraduate and graduate transcripts from all accredited institutions you have attended and/or from which you earned credit.
Writing Sample
Submit an undergraduate-level paper demonstrating your ability to do musical analysis and/or report research. Writing samples should be submitted through Acceptd. Your sample should include both
a compositional piece, such as counterpoint, a figured bass, a harmonized melody or an original composition; and
an analytical piece, such as a formal analysis, a harmonic analysis or a pitch-class set analysis.
International Students
International applicants must send TOEFL or IELTS scores. Learn more about international admissions for Boyer.
For all policies for international applicants, including TOEFL and IELTS scores, please visit the graduate school’s website.
Admissions Deadlines
Fall: Jan. 15
Spring: Dec. 1
Audition Requirements
Students interested in the Piano Performance and Music Theory MM program should be prepared to audition for Boyer faculty. If you live more than 150 miles from Temple’s Main Campus, you may submit a recorded audition. The following are acceptable works for your audition.
Contrapuntal Baroque work
Sonata by Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven or Schubert
Large Romantic work
Impressionistic or Contemporary piece
All works are to be performed from memory.
Questions
James Short is the assistant dean of admissions and recruitment.
Phone: 215-204-8598
Email: [click-for-email]