PS The statement of purpose is a 500-word essay outlining your objectives for graduate study, career plans and reasons for applying to our program. GPA A grade-point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) or a comparable GPA in upper-division work—junior- and senior-level courses—and in any graduate work already completed is also required. CV All applicants for graduate degree programs must submit a résumé or curriculum vitae (CV) providing complete information concerning musical training, experience, awards and honors. Include a complete list of professional and scholarly activities, papers written and articles published. Ethnomusicology applicants should also include any world music performance experience. Fee International Graduate: $90 RL Three recommendation letters, written in the last 12 months, pertaining to your potential for graduate study in music are required. Provide contact information for your three chosen references in your Butler School of Music application. Notification emails will be sent to your references after you submit the application. Any delay in submitting your application will delay the notifications to your references. Transcript Transcripts is required