STUDENT RESOURCES
Welcome to the School of Music Student Resource Page—your one-stop hub for everything you need to succeed. Here, you’ll find essential information including the student handbook, recital booking details, news stories, upcoming events, and much more. Stay informed and make the most of your time with us as you pursue your musical degree.
For financial aid issues, contact the Office of Financial Aid (sfs.gsu.edu). The School of Music cannot assist with financial aid problems or register students late to meet aid requirements. Most financial aid requires at least half-time enrollment (6 credit hours). Students must meet payment deadlines to avoid being dropped from classes; the School of Music cannot guarantee reinstatement if dropped for non-payment.
General
In order to be considered for scholarships, accepted students must complete the College of the Arts Scholarship Application in Academic Works (linked below). You will have had to already apply to the University to be able to create an account.
Undergraduate Students
For information on non-music scholarships and financial aid please visit the Georgia State University Scholarship and Georgia State University Financial Aid pages.
Hope Scholarship
Ensure compliance with grade-point and credit-hour requirements. Withdrawals (grades of “W”) count as “courses attempted” and will reduce allowable credits. Zero-credit classes, like performance labs, should not affect HOPE hours. Contact the Undergraduate Director’s office if these classes are counted against HOPE hours. There is no minimum credit-hour requirement for HOPE.
Graduate Students
Johnny Mercer Graduate Assistantships
Graduate Assistantships for MM in Music Education – Full tuition waiver and $4,000 per year stipend.
Mercer Scholarship Foundation Flyer
Assistantships for Ph.D. Students
Ph.D. in Teaching and Learning with a concentration in Music Education Ph.D. Assistantship Opportunities>
Other Scholarships and Awards
Guide for National Award Competition. For more information, contact the Office of National Scholarships and Fellowships.
Undergraduate Students
Federal Work Study
To obtain a Certificate of Eligibility:
- Request a Certificate of Eligibility:
- In-person: Visit your campus Student Financial Management Center.
- Web Request: Submit a ticket through Panther Answer.
- The Financial Aid Office will determine your eligibility and provide a Certificate of Eligibility listing your award amount.
- Submit your Certificate of Eligibility to Ansley Usery ([email protected]). She will then contact you to schedule a meeting and interview.
Graduate Students
Graduate Assistantships
Overview:
- Availability: Limited number each semester.
- Workload: Typically 10 hours per week.
- Supervisor: Assigned and specified in the assistantship offer letter. Contact your supervisor before classes start to discuss duties and schedule.
Requirements:
- Ph.D. Students: Supervised within the music education division.
- Tuition Waiver: Covers tuition but not some fees (e.g., GSU student fees, graduation, matriculation, applied music fees).
- Discount: 10% at the University Bookstore.
- Enrollment: Register for at least 12 credit hours each semester and maintain a 3.0 GPA. MUS 8920 (Research or TA in Music) can be used to reach the credit hour requirement.
- Health Insurance: Required; a student health policy is available for those without other coverage.
Employment and Duties:
- Employment Forms: Must be completed with Human Resources to be paid.
- Keys: Required for some duties; request through the Production Manager with supervisor approval.
- Outside Obligations: Should not interfere with assistantship duties or class schedules. Assistantships cannot be adjusted for outside work or obligations.
Email:
- Staff Email: Assigned as [email protected]. Check regularly for official Human Resources and job-related information. Set up your staff email [here](https://www.gsu.edu).
FERPA
You are responsible for protecting students’ records and complying with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).
FERPA Basics:
- Students have the right to access their education records, which the University must keep confidential.
- You may access records as needed for your work but cannot share them without the student’s written consent or a statutory exception.
FERPA Do’s:
- Share grades privately, without disclosing them to other students.
- Obtain written permission from students before releasing non-directory information.
- Contact the Office of the Registrar with any questions about disclosing student records.
FERPA Don’ts:
- Do not post grades publicly or with identifiable information.
- Do not announce grades or personal information to the class or group.
- Do not give grades or information from records to anyone other than the student.
- Do not include grades or GPA in reference letters without student permission.
- Ensure directory information is not suppressed by checking with the Office of the Registrar.
For any questions or concerns, contact the Office of the Registrar at 404-413-2900.
TITLE IX
Georgia State University is committed to providing a safe environment and does not tolerate sexual misconduct, including dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking.
Under Title IX and the Campus Sexual Violence Act (SaVE Act), the university is required to report certain crimes, implement policies to prevent sexual violence, and educate faculty and staff on prevention. Faculty, staff, and graduate assistants must report instances of sexual harassment or violence. To report, visit the Dean of Students website: GSU Sexual Misconduct Reporting.
Victims of sexual violence can seek confidential assistance from:
- Faculty and Staff Assistance (FASA): 404-413-3342
- Georgia State Counseling and Testing Center: 404-413-1640
- Georgia State Student Health Clinic: 404-413-1930
- Georgia State Student Victim Assistance Services: 404-413-1965
- Georgia State Police Department: 404-413-3333
As a new employee, you must complete two training components: the Preventing Harassment & Discrimination/Diversity Education webinar and the Foundry (Sexual Misconduct) training. Look out for an email from Equity & Civil Rights Compliance – Training & Compliance with instructions and credentials.
- Part 1: Complete the Foundry Modules for Sexual Misconduct, taking about 1.5 hours. Use the latest version of Chrome or Firefox.
- Part 2: Attend the 2-hour Introduction to Workplace Diversity & Inclusion & Preventing Harassment & Discrimination webinar. If you cannot attend the assigned session, contact [email protected] or [email protected] for an alternative date.
Please ensure that you complete both the webinar and Foundry modules as they are vital to you gaining an understanding of USG and GSU policies and expectations. Please note that you must complete both parts of this training within your first 30 days of employment.
If you need assistance, please contact [email protected] or [email protected].
On-Campus Support Services/ Resources
Student Health Clinic (Confidential Disclosure)
141 Piedmont Avenue, Suite D
404-413-1930
http://health.gsu.edu
Counseling & Testing Center (Confidential Disclosure)
75 Piedmont Avenue, Suite 200
404-413-1640
http://counselingcenter.gsu.edu
Student Victim Assistance Services (Confidential Disclosure)
75 Piedmont Avenue, Suite 239
404-413-1965
Georgia State Police Department (Law Enforcement Reporting)
15 Edgewood Avenue NE
404-413-3333
Office of the Dean of Students
(Incident Reporting – Sexual Misconduct by Students)
Student Center, Suite 300
404-413-1515
http://deanofstudents.gsu.edu
Student Health Clinic (Confidential Disclosure) 141 Piedmont Avenue, Suite D
404-413-1950
http://health.gsu.edu
Off-Campus Support Services/ Resources
Atlanta Bar Association
229 Peachtree Street NE, Suite 400
Atlanta, GA 30303
404-521-0777
www.atlantabar.org
Criminal Justice Coordinating Council 104 Marietta Street NW, Suite 440
Atlanta, GA 30303
404-657-1956
www.cjcc.georgia.gov
Grady Rape Crisis Center
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) 80 Jesse Hill Drive
Atlanta, GA 30303
404-616-4861
www.gradyhealth.org
Day League (formerly DeKalb Rape Crisis Center) 204 Church Street
Decatur, GA 30030
404-377-1428
www.dayleague.org
DeKalb Medical Center – Hillandale Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE)
2801 DeKalb Medical Parkway Lithonia, GA 30058
404-501-8000
DeKalb Medical Center – North
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) 2701 North Decatur Road
Decatur, GA 30033
404-501-1000
Gwinnett Sexual Assault Center
Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) 770-476-7407
www.gsac-cac.org
Dean of Students: 404-413-1515
Undergraduate Students
Applied Music Fee:
- $75: APXX 1000 (half-hour lesson for non-majors)
- $150: APXX 1001, 1002, 2001, 2002 (for music majors)
- $350: APXX 3001, 3002, 4001, 4002 (upper levels for music majors)
Note: Composition lessons do not incur this fee.
Graduate Students
Applied Music Fee:
- $350: One-hour lesson (8000 levels)
- $200: Half-hour lesson (6000 levels)
Fees cover the cost of one-on-one instruction and are included in students’ university accounts.
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Atlanta, GA 30303
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