MOORES SCHOOL OF MUSIC ADMISSIONS & AUDITIONS

Requirements: 

• 2.0 minimum cumulative GPA
• Successfully complete audition
• No need to reapply to the University
• Returning Students (Readmission): Visit https://uh.edu/undergraduate-admissions/apply/returning/

Step 1: University Application:

• Complete University of Houston application
  • Current UH students changing majors skip this step
• International students: Follow UH international student instructions
  • Optional: Apply for FAFSA financial aid and University Housing

Step 2: Moores School of Music Application:

• Complete the Moores School of Music Application
• You will automatically be considered for Moores School Scholarships as part of your application.  

Required Upload Materials: 

• • 250-word statement of purpose (educational/career goals)
  • Music resumé (instruction, ensembles, performances, awards, etc.)
  • Letter of recommendation from music professional (include name and email on the application)
  • Composition students: Submit a composition portfolio (if available) as an upload into the online application. In the event that a portfolio is too large to upload, submission by mail is acceptable.
  • Prospective Music Therapy majors: Required to schedule an interview with Music Therapy faculty. 

Step 3: Audition:

• Audition on your principal instrument or voice. Visit https://connect.uh.edu/portal/music_app_portal for details, deadlines, and application requirements, including specific video and audition guidelines.

Theory Diagnostic Exam - Required for all incoming music majors 

Undergraduate Audition Requirements PDF

Step 1: UH Graduate School:

• Complete University of Houston Graduate School application and pay fee 

Step 2: Letters of Recommendation Request from music professionals:

• Masters/Doctoral programs: 3 letters
• Certificate programs: 2 letters  
• During the online application, you will be asked to include the name and email addresses for your recommending persons. Recommenders will be contacted directly by UH - do not mail letters. 

Step 3: Official Transcripts Submit to UH Graduate Admissions: 

• Address: 
  University of Houston 
  Graduate Admissions   
  P.O. Box 3947 
  Houston, Texas 77253-3947

eScript electronic: If your previous institution uses the eScript electronic transcript system, copies can be submitted to gradschool@uh.edu

Important Notes:

• • Proof of Degree: The State of Texas requires all incoming graduate students to provide proof that they have received the appropriate previous collegiate degree(s) in order to enter any graduate program. Students who apply while enrolled at another institution will be required to submit an additional, final transcript to the UH Graduate Admissions Office upon completion of their degree. (For example, a Master of Music applicant who is accepted during their senior undergraduate year must send a final transcript [showing degree conferral] after graduating). 
  • International Transcripts: If you have attended an institution outside of the United States, please see the Graduate School's  International Applicants Transcript Information  for country-specific requirements. 

Step 4: Moores School of Music Application:

• Complete Moores School of Music supplemental application
  • Submit by priority deadline (recommended)
• Required Materials:
  • High-quality video recording for all performances, collaborative piano, music education and conducting applicants. See the application portal for specific video and audition requirements
  • Supplemental materials are required for certain programs. Please see below. 

Step 5: Graduate Assistantship (Optional)

• Apply through Moores School of Music Application

Step 6: International Requirements:

• English Proficiency: Satisfactory scores on one of the standardized exams. Use school code 6870 for reporting scores.
• Visa Documents (Recommended): 
  • A scanned copy of passport page(s) showing full name, date of birth, passport number and expiration date, and photo of the passport holder.
• Letter of Financial Backing

Step 7: Audition Complete audition requirements:

• Check https://connect.uh.edu/portal/music_app_portal for pre-screening video and audition requirements. Note: Both live and video recorded auditions are used as the audition for scholarships.

Graduate Audition & Application Requirements PDF