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No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

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BFA Theatre

Acting

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program Recognition

NAST accredited (National Association of Schools of Theatre)

Part of the South Carolina School of the Arts

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

Notable Alumni

Andrew Poston — Broadway: Almost Famous (understudy/swing); regional credits include Godspell, Newsies, and Hello, Dolly!

Professional Development

Senior year showcase for talent agents and casting directors in NYC

School Info

Snapshot

3.30

Avg GPA (W)

55%

Admit Rate

school-wide

66%

Grad Rate

3.2K

Enrollment

$42K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$37,790

Before aid

Average Net Price

$23,544

After aid

Tuition And Fees · andersonuniversity.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Jul 31, 6:09 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NAST accredited (National Association of Schools of Theatre)

Part of the South Carolina School of the Arts

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

Notable Alumni

Andrew Poston — Broadway: Almost Famous (understudy/swing); regional credits include Godspell, Newsies, and Hello, Dolly!

Professional Development

Senior year showcase for talent agents and casting directors in NYC

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NAST accredited (National Association of Schools of Theatre)

Part of the South Carolina School of the Arts

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

Notable Alumni

Andrew Poston — Broadway: Almost Famous (understudy/swing); regional credits include Godspell, Newsies, and Hello, Dolly!

Professional Development

Senior year showcase for talent agents and casting directors in NYC

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Fee

$40

Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

Application · Common App

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Dates

Dates TBA

Theatre And Dance Audition Requirements · andersonuniversity.edu

Audition Requirements

These requirements are from the Fall 2026 entry cycle. Fall 2027 requirements are typically posted between August and October and usually change only slightly — confirm on the official source before submitting.

Monologues

Requirements

Two contrasting one-minute memorized monologues (for example, classic/modern or comic/tragic)

Be prepared to take direction

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

Theatre And Dance Audition Requirements · andersonuniversity.edu

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply to Anderson University via Common App or school portal

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 Expectations

In-person audition on campus

Perform two contrasting monologues

Interview about your experience in theatre and reasons for seeking the BFA in Theatre: 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

School Info

Snapshot

3.30

Avg GPA (W)

55%

Admit Rate

school-wide

66%

Grad Rate

3.2K

Enrollment

$42K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$37,790

Before aid

Average Net Price

$23,544

After aid

Tuition And Fees · andersonuniversity.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

NAST accredited (National Association of Schools of Theatre)

Part of the South Carolina School of the Arts

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

Notable Alumni

Andrew Poston — Broadway: Almost Famous (understudy/swing); regional credits include Godspell, Newsies, and Hello, Dolly!

Professional Development

Senior year showcase for talent agents and casting directors in NYC

Updated Jul 31, 6:09 PM