Program
Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredNo InterviewVirtual Only12-24 StudentsUniversity App RequiredMTCP Participant
Program Characteristics
Prescreen Required
Audition Required
No Interview
12-24 Students
University App Required
MTCP ParticipantProgram Highlights
TRAINING PHILOSOPHY
•Professional skills-focused training preparing students for work in any style
•Student-centered approach emphasizing individual artistic identity
•MTCP participant — standardized prescreen process
PRODUCTION OPPORTUNITIES
•5 shows per season across 3 performance spaces
•Maximum class size of 16 students
ALUMNI
•Treston Henderson (BFA 2020) — first national tour of Ain't Too Proud to Beg, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
•Ashley Birnbaum (2023) — contract at Roxy Regional Theatre
Key Info
Program AppApplication
Apply atAcceptd
Prescreen Requirements
Songs
•MTCP Song Option C:
-Applicant chooses Option A or B:
-Option A: One pre-1970 + one post-1970 song (contrasting styles)
-Option B: One MT song + one contrasting song (any style)
-60-90 seconds each
Monologues
•MTCP Monologue Option B:
-One contemporary monologue (written after 1950)
-One classical monologue (written before 1950, heightened language)
-60-90 seconds each
Dance
•MTCP Dance Option A:
-Dance/movement video required
-Must include at least one turn, one jump, and one kick
-Or suitable rotation, elevation, and extension
-60-90 seconds
Ballet
•MTCP Ballet Option B:
-Ballet video optional
Wildcard / Special Skill (Optional)
OPTIONAL WILD CARD VIDEO
•Optional wild card video per MTCP guidelines
•Opportunity to showcase additional talent or skills
Additional Materials
HEADSHOT (required)
•Submit with application
RESUME (required)
•Submit with application
TRANSCRIPTS (required)
•Unofficial transcripts showing cumulative GPA
LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION (required)
•Two letters of recommendation
ESSAY (required)
•1-2 page essay using one of three prompts:
-Failure and Resilience
-Personal Statement
-Diversity and Inclusion
Good to Know
APPLICATION PORTAL
•Submit audition materials via Acceptd
•University application via Common App or school website
MTCP
•Program participates in Musical Theater Common Prescreen
DANCE OPTIONS
•Three dance combination options available:
-Full Dance
-Dance for Dancers
-Dance for Movers
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
•Must maintain 3.0 GPA in major and 2.5 overall to remain in program
•Annual review required for continuation
•Must audition for every main stage play, musical, and dance concert
What's The Process
PRESCREEN
•Self-tape video audition submitted via Acceptd
•Songs and monologue framed from just below the waist up
•Dance portions must be full body
•Total video no more than 5 minutes
•Submissions open October 1
•Full scholarship deadline: mid-February
Scholarship Info
TALENT SCHOLARSHIPS
•Talent scholarships and out-of-state fee waivers available based on audition
•Must be officially admitted to the university to be eligible for scholarship consideration
NAMED SCHOLARSHIPS
•Family Named and Memorial Scholarships require a separate application
Program info updated 1d ago
TRAINING PHILOSOPHY
•Professional skills-focused training preparing students for work in any style
•Student-centered approach emphasizing individual artistic identity
•MTCP participant — standardized prescreen process
PRODUCTION OPPORTUNITIES
•5 shows per season across 3 performance spaces
•Maximum class size of 16 students
ALUMNI
•Treston Henderson (BFA 2020) — first national tour of Ain't Too Proud to Beg, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
•Ashley Birnbaum (2023) — contract at Roxy Regional Theatre
Updated 1d ago
Academic School Information
3.26
Avg GPA (W)
96%
Admit Rate
42%
Grad Rate
7,560
Enrollment
$44,301
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$9,006
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$14,766
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$9,735
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$7,588
Family Income $30k - $48k$8,768
Family Income $48k - $75k$10,077
Family Income $75k - $110k$13,537
Family Income $110k+$15,078
