MAMT students play instruments on the steps of the conservatory

MAMT Application Process

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We highly recommend you begin the MAMT application process as soon as possible.

Application Deadlines

Priority Deadline: February 28
Applications received after this deadline will be considered if space allows.

Final Deadline: June 1

Eligibility Requirements

  • Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university.
  • Cumulative GPA of 3.0 / 4.0 or higher on any undergraduate work.
  • Undergraduate degree or equivalency program in music therapy.
  • Proof of Board Certification (MT-BC Certificate).
  • Nine hours of psychology (including Abnormal Psychology).

Application Requirements

In order to apply for the master of music therapy program, you must submit the following:

  • Completed online application.
  • Official college transcripts sent directly to us from the college or university you attended.
  • Biographic statement.
  • Two letters of recommendation from someone who can assess your professional or academic experience.
  • Minimum 3.0 GPA.
  • Undergraduate degree or credential in music therapy, if you are not a MT-BC you may be interested in the distance music therapy equivalency program (MTED) offered through Woods Online.
  • Audition: two contrasting pieces on your primary instrument (sent via YouTube link, mp4, or CD).

International Application Requirements

  • College transcripts. Course-by-course transcript evaluations, translated in English and converted to a US grading scale, must be requested by WES, World Education Services, wes.org, or ECE, Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc, ece.org.
  • Official TOEFL scores (We require a minimum score of 62 for the internet based test and 500 on the paper based test). Other English proficiency tests may be accepted and will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Applications are processed upon receipt and acceptance letters are mailed within 30 days. All application materials should be submitted to:

Office of Graduate Admission

Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College
1 St Mary of Woods Coll
Saint Mary of the Woods, Indiana 47876
800-926-7692
admissions@smwc.edu