School of
Graduate Studies

Access the Graduate Online Application System

Applicants should begin work on the application package as soon as possible.

No application can receive formal consideration until all documentation is received. All documents received in support of an application become the property of the University and will not be released or copied except to other officers of the University as required by University procedures.

Eligible applicants must apply for admission by following the process outlined below.

Step One -  Applicant Completes the Master of Fine Arts Application: 

• Application for Admission
  • Applicant completes online application
• Academic transcripts
  • Applicant arranges to have official transcripts (including proof of graduation for the baccalaureate degree and transcripts of all post-baccalaureate work, if any) sent directly from the issuing institution to the Registrar's Office and Student Services (ROSS).
• Letters of Reference
  • Three completed academic letters of reference are submitted directly by the referee via the online system.
• Applicant's c.v.
  • The applicant's curriculum vitae (c.v.) must be included in the application package.  The applicant's c.v. includes academic background, work experience, awards, scholarships and publications.
• Letter of intent
  • The applicant must include a letter of intent explaining the direction of the applicant's current area of research and practice and indicating the specific nature of interest in the MFA program in the discipline to which they are applying. Maximum length is 500 words.
• Financial Support documentation
  • Financial assistance from external agencies or other sources, if any.
• English Language Proficiency 
  • Evidence of English Language Proficiency must be presented by all applicants whose first language is not English (see the English Language Proficiency for Graduate Students section of the UofL Graduate Studies Calendar)
• Portfolio
  • The applicant will submit a portfolio including material relevant to their area of studies. Applicants focusing on performance will submit a video that displays a professional level of repertoire. Applicants focusing on composition will submit scores and sound files. Applicants focusing on audio engineering or electronic instrument interface will submit materials to support the proposed area of research.
  • Applicants will submit their portfolio online at ulethbridge.slideroom.com

Step Two- Submit application package

• The applicant submits the application package, plus the application fee online by February 1
• The Program Committee reviews the application package.

Step Three - Audition

• Following review of the above documents, shortlisted applicants will be invited for a live audition of approximately 30 minutes that displays a professional level of repertoire. A short interview will occur following the audition. A placement test will also be given to assess the applicant's proficiency in Music Theory, Musicianship Skills and Music History.

The Dean of the School of Graduate Studies informs the applicant of the Program Committee's decision. Applicants and their faculty supervisors will be notified of admission status by May 1. Successful applicants will be advised of registration procedures at that time. 

 We invite you to contact us at:
sgsinquiries@uleth.ca
1-403-329-5194
School of Graduate Studies AH115
4401 University Drive