Getting Started
Introduction
The Faculty of Music currently offers graduate degrees in 19 areas of concentration and fosters the institutional alliance of all areas of advanced music study.
Graduate degrees are offered at both master's and doctoral levels in areas such as composition, ethnomusicology, music education, musicology, and performance. Graduates from all areas of the program occupy leading positions in music departments across Canada and around the world.
Review Programs and Check Admission Requirements
Review the admission requirements for your intended program of study below.
Master Programs
Doctoral Programs
Admissions Timelines
We have one admissions cycle per year; all programs have a September entry only.
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| For programs beginning September 2026. | |
| Oct 6, 2025 | Graduate Applications Open |
| Nov. 25, 2025 | Online Application Due
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| Dec 5, 2025 | Proof of English Language Proficiency due |
| Dec 5, 2025 | Supporting Documents Due
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| Jan - Feb. 2026 | Interviews (Select applicants for limited programs) |
| Jan. (Mid) 2026 | Pre-screening results announced by email
(Required for DMA, and MMus Conducting, Jazz, Opera, all Voice programs) |
| Feb. 2026 | Audition Dates: View detailed dates by program |
| Mar. 2025 and ongoing | Results available |
International Applicants
Applying as an international student involves a few extra steps. Review more detail on the School of Graduate Studies (SGS) page.
This tool helps you to determine which international credentials are required for masters's and doctoral admissions at U of T.
This page lists accepted English language proficiency tests and minimum passing scores required for graduate admissions at U of T.
Have a question?
The Faculty of Music Graduate Office is a great resource for more information about the graduate application process.