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Original or certified copies of all official academic records/transcripts in original language of issue (transcripts from U.S. institutions must be sent to WVU directly from the institutions). Unofficial photocopies are not acceptable.Request official transcripts from all institutions previously attended to be sent directly to:Office of Graduate Admissions and Recruitment,P.O. Box 6510,Morgantown, WV 26506.International Students may send original or certified copies of the applicant’s official academic record in the original language of issue.
Curriculum Vitae:
Submit a current resume to the Office of Graduate Studies in Music.
Personal Statement:
Statement of Purpose is required.
Recommendation Letter:
The School of Music also requires three letters of recommendation.
Essay:
Submit an essay describing and discussing your training, experiences, and present interests in the field of Music Education. Also, discuss your career aspirations five years from now as they relate to earning master’s (or doctoral) degree in Music Education to the Office of Graduate Studies in Music.
Video Recording:
Submit a video recording of teaching, preferably a K-12 music class or rehearsal, and a lesson plan to accompany the recording. Please submit a detailed lesson plan for each class or rehearsal presented on your video of teaching. The video recording container should clearly indicate your name, instrument, and degree program for which you are applying. Recordings should have been made within the six months prior to the submission of the application. Video recordings must be of high quality. The preferable format is DVD, and the disc should clearly indicate that it is a DVD format. Applicants should review the video recording in its entirety to ensure audio, visual, and technical clarity before mailing. (This is not required if you are applying for the Master of Music, Music Education Certification option) to the Office of Graduate Studies in Music.