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Music Performance and Composition

Program Info:
Program Code:     MUSC
Degree: M.M. and D.M.A.
School:  Arts/Humanities
General Requirements: Statement of Purpose*
Transcript(s)
TOEFL/IELTS/PTE (international graduate students)
Program-Specific Requirements:  School of Music Application  (Available September 1)
Letters of Recommendation (3)*
Additional requirements depending on instrument/major. For more information, please visit the School of Music website
Application Deadlines: December 1, 2023 (Fall 2024 Domestic/International)
Contact Program: musicadmissions@umd.edu
Diversity Statement: The School of Music is committed to supporting students and ensuring a fear-free, inclusive space where all students can thrive. The department recognizes non-binary gender identifications, as well as the difference between assigned biological sex and gender expression. It encourages students, faculty, and staff to share and honor preferred pronouns and names.

*The statement of purpose and three letters of recommendation will be required to be uploaded in the School of Music Application. The statement of purpose should also be uploaded into the Graduate School's application. 

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