MM Music at University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Entry requirements

Graduate Studies requirements for all programmes: online application, unofficial transcripts (all college-level records for international applicants), and verification of English proficiency if the applicant's native language is not English. Programme-specific: Refer to the Music Graduate Application Guide for the most complete information about Music requirements. Academics: Minimum Bachelor's Degree (in Music) GPA: 2.75. For Choral Conducting, Orchestral Conducting, or Wind Band Conducting: Other Upload: Pre-Screening Videos. Prepare your two videos with content as described here, post them to a video-hosting platform (e.g. YouTube), create a PDF with links to these two videos, and upload the PDF in this application's Other Upload slot. Video 1: Approximately 10 minutes of rehearsal footage demonstrating the applicant's abilities teaching, assessing, coaching, and developing ensemble skills. Video 2: Approximately 10 minutes of performance footage from the ensemble's perspective (conductor's face is visible) demonstrating the applicant's abilities as a creative colleague and performer. There is no restriction as to the profile of the ensemble (elementary, middle school, high school, college, professional/military, community). The applicant should select the footage that illustrates their best work in partnership with the ensemble. Careful consideration should be given to the quality of the repertoire and suitability for the ensemble's skills and for graduate conducting study. For Jazz Composition and Music Composition: Portfolio: Submit 3 to 5 scores in an array of media and genres, in one PDF file. Deadlines: For all graduate degrees, please apply by December 1 for the following Fall term (e.g. Dec. 1, 2025, for the Fall 2026 term). Auditions to accompany your application should be completed or submitted by 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026. The only deadline exception is for the Master's Degree specialization in Music Education: Apply for Summer 2026 by May 1 for financial consideration.