Abilene Christian University
Faith-BasedTest-OptionalGreek Life
Program
Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredInterview RequiredIn-Person or VirtualSelective12-24 StudentsUniversity App RequiredStudy Abroad
Program Characteristics
Prescreen Required
Audition Required
Interview Required
Selective
12-24 Students
University App Required
Study Abroad
Program Highlights
TRAINING
•Hybrid track combining directing, design, acting, and children’s theatre
•Prepares students for teacher certification through ACU’s Department of Education
•Only 12 incoming students per fall — personalized mentorship
CAREER PATHWAY
•Direct pathway to teacher certification in theatre
•Training in all aspects of theatre for comprehensive classroom instruction
•Coursework satisfies both theatre BFA and education certification requirements
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
•Tepper Semester in NYC with Broadway instructors
•LA Film Studies Center semester available
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Lyndsey Goode Laminack (’01) — General Manager, Casa Mañana Theatre
•Michael Cassara, CSA — Casting Director, Michael Cassara Casting (NY)
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Apply atSchool Website
Deadline
Rolling
Fee
$50Waiver
Fee waived if applied by September 1
Program AppApplication
Apply atAcceptd
Deadline
Acceptd DeadlineApr 22, 2026
Auditions
In-Person AuditionSep 26, 2025
Virtual AuditionDec 5, 2025
Virtual AuditionJan 23, 2026
In-Person AuditionFeb 20, 2026
Prescreen Requirements
Monologues
TWO CONTRASTING MONOLOGUES, 60 sec each
•One comedic and one dramatic
•From a play published since 1950
•Present in your own voice, true to a character about your age
•Avoid accents or character portrayals that are not true to you
OPTIONAL SONG (if voice is a significant skill)
•16-32 bars (verse and chorus) of a Broadway musical piece
•Live accompanist much preferred
•Slate the title of your song
OPTIONAL DANCE DEMO (if dance is a strength)
•Ballet-jazz combination and/or tap piece
•Can be clips from a show or performed specifically for the video
•With or without music (2 min max)
Wildcard / Special Skill
WILD CARD VIDEO
•Up to 60 seconds — can be anything: special skill, passionate speech, instrument, etc.
•Discuss your answers to the two short-answer questions from registration
•Additional suggestions: other tracks of interest, why Christian education matters, career goals (approx. 2 min)
Additional Materials
RESUME
•One-page resume of theatre experience
REFERENCES
•Two references with name and email (prompted to upload recommendation letters)
PORTFOLIO (optional, can upload digitally)
•Photos, press articles, documentation of theatre work
•May upload as many files as desired
Callback Requirements
Monologues
TWO CONTRASTING MONOLOGUES, 60 sec each
•You may only be asked to present one, but have two ready
Additional Materials
SCENE SIDE
•Sent via email a few days before audition
•Review thoroughly — do not read off the page
•Familiarize yourself with the side and play for coaching time
PORTFOLIO (optional)
•Drawings, photos, press articles demonstrating your work
•Be prepared to discuss why you want to teach theatre and your goals
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Two-step: apply to university first, then submit materials via Acceptd
•Acceptd deadline: April 22, 2026
ACCEPTD REGISTRATION REQUIRES
•High school GPA and class rank
•One-page resume of theatre experience
•Two short-answer paragraphs
•Two references (name and email)
What's The Process
PRESCREEN
•Upload three screening videos via Acceptd (monologues, wild card)
•Screening review — email within three weeks with invitation status
LIVE AUDITION
•By invitation only after prescreen review
•Perform two contrasting monologues (60 sec each)
•Cold reading from scene side sent before audition
•Interview discussing why you want to teach theatre, goals, and experience (~15 min total)
CONTACT
•Email: theatre.info@groupmail.acu.edu
Program info updated 2d ago
TRAINING
•Hybrid track combining directing, design, acting, and children’s theatre
•Prepares students for teacher certification through ACU’s Department of Education
•Only 12 incoming students per fall — personalized mentorship
CAREER PATHWAY
•Direct pathway to teacher certification in theatre
•Training in all aspects of theatre for comprehensive classroom instruction
•Coursework satisfies both theatre BFA and education certification requirements
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
•Tepper Semester in NYC with Broadway instructors
•LA Film Studies Center semester available
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Lyndsey Goode Laminack (’01) — General Manager, Casa Mañana Theatre
•Michael Cassara, CSA — Casting Director, Michael Cassara Casting (NY)
Updated 2d ago
Academic School Information
3.55
Avg GPA (W)
66%
Admit Rate
60%
Grad Rate
3,195
Enrollment
$55,736
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$44,200
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$26,182
after typical aid
Average annual cost is often lower than tuition because it accounts for grants and scholarships most students receive. It includes tuition, room & board, books, and supplies.
Family Income $0 - $30k$20,285
Family Income $30k - $48k$21,150
Family Income $48k - $75k$23,012
Family Income $75k - $110k$27,576
Family Income $110k+$31,763
