General Information and Applicant Checklist
All application materials and supporting materials (transcripts, letters of recommendation, test scores where applicable) should be arranged well in advance so that you include them in your application packet (except for test scores, which are sent directly to the School of Music).
The following materials must be received by April 15 if applying for an assistantship for fellowship. Otherwise, they must be received by July 1.
1. *Completed application files will include a nonrefundable application of $100 (U.S.) payable to Mercer University. You will be contacted directly by the Director of Graduate Studies or the School of Music Office about your fee payment options once your application and supporting materials are received.
2. *Official transcripts of all academic records sent in a sealed envelope from all college and universities attended.
3. *Curriculum vitae (summarizing academic, performance, and employment information). Optional: examples of involvement in liturgical, musical, or artistic activities.
4. *Repertory list of major performance area.
5. A writing sample, such as a term paper, thesis, course paper, etc.
6. A short essay (500-1,000 words) relating your goals pertaining to this degree.
7. *Three letters of recommendation, each in a sealed envelope with the recommender’s signature across the seal.
8. *Official score from TOEFL or Duolingo (if applicable).
Please send all supporting documentation (1-7) directly to the Director of Graduate Studies at kosowski_rg@mercer.edu.
Applicants for the Artist Diploma must submit materials marked with an asterisk (*).