Anderson University
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
Interview Required
In-Person Only
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING
•Conservatory-style program within a Christian university
•Stanislavski System foundation with advanced Adler, Hagen, Meisner, and Michael Chekhov techniques
•Voice and movement: Linklater, Berry, Laban, and Suzuki methods
•Actor's Lab for experimentation and exploration
CAPSTONE
•Senior year showcase for talent agents and casting directors in NYC
ACCREDITATION
•NAST accredited (National Association of Schools of Theatre)
•Part of the South Carolina School of the Arts
Key Info
Audition Requirements
Monologues
TWO CONTRASTING MONOLOGUES, 1 min each
•Two contrasting one-minute memorized monologues
•Examples: Classic/Modern, Comic/Tragic
•Be prepared to take direction
Wildcard / Special Skill
N/A
Additional Materials
LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION (required)
•One printed letter from a theatre or dance director familiar with your work
RESUME (required)
•Printed theatrical resume listing theatre or dance experience
HEADSHOT (required)
•Printed current 8x10 headshot
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply to Anderson University via Common App or school portal
•Register for audition dates separately
DEADLINES
•Rolling admissions
•Apply by December 1 for best scholarship consideration
•Apply no later than July 1 to begin in fall semester
What's The Process
AUDITION FORMAT
•In-person audition on campus
•Register for available review dates after submitting university application
AUDITION DAY
•Perform two contrasting monologues
•Interview about your experience in theatre and reasons for seeking a BFA in Acting
•Be prepared to take direction
CONTACT
•scschoolofthearts@andersonuniversity.edu
Scholarship Info
SCSA SCHOLARSHIP
•Compete for a South Carolina School of the Arts scholarship up to $5,000
•Scholarship consideration included in audition process
•Apply by December 1 for best scholarship consideration
Program info updated Today
Academic School Information
3.30
Avg GPA (W)
53%
Admit Rate
66%
Grad Rate
3,080
Enrollment
$42,101
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$33,580
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$28,183
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.
Annual Cost by Family Income
Family Income $0 - $30k$17,528
Family Income $30k - $48k$17,693
Family Income $48k - $75k$28,002
Family Income $75k - $110k$25,171
Family Income $110k+$35,665
