PS A 300-500 word essay describing your philosophy of music education and how you put that into practice in your teaching position, and your personal and professional objectives to be served by a master's degree from Miami University. GPA A cumulative undergraduate GPA of at least 2.75 out of 4.00 Fee Submit an online application and pay a non-refundable $50 application fee. If you have limited internet access, you may request a paper application by contacting the Graduate School at applygrad@miamioh.edu. RL Letters of recommendation from three people recommending you for graduate study in music. Transcript Applicants must submit 1 copy of their academic record/transcript at the time of application. We accept unofficial documents at the time of application and perform credential evaluations in the Graduate School free of charge.