The College of Musical Arts offers numerous advising opportunities to assist students in all facets of their academic careers. The Assistant Dean for Graduate Studies advises students on all aspects of graduate assistantships, financial aid, and contractual obligations. Departmental/area advisors assist with course selection and degree completion. They are also the student's first stop for specific questions on the area of specialization, degree programs, schedules, academic concerns, and projected completion dates.

Departmental/Area Advisors:

Master of Music Composition: Dr. Chris Dietz (for AY2026–27, Dr. Marilyn Shrude)

Master of Music Education: Dr. Elaine Colprit

Master of Ethnomusicology: Dr. Kathy Meizel (for Fall 2026, Dr. Sidra Lawrence)

Master of Music History: Dr. Eftychia Papanikolaou

Master of Music Performance: Dr. Susan Nelson

Music Certificate and Dual Degree/Specialization: Dr. Greg Decker