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BA Musical Theatre

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Transfer In Friendly

Program Recognition

Part of the NASM-accredited Horton School of Music and Performing Arts

Christian university perspective on arts education

Career preparation for auditions at local and regional theatre companies, theme parks, and cruise ships

Training

Minimum two main stage productions per year in Lightsey Chapel Auditorium

Additional productions in the 60-seat Black Box Theatre

Weekly voice lessons with full-time performance faculty

Courses include Acting the Song, Movement for the Actor, Acting for the Camera, and Opera/Musical Theatre Workshop

Facilities

1,500-seat Lightsey Chapel Auditorium with 30-line set fly system and state-of-the-art audio

Intimate Black Box Theatre for close-up theatrical experiences

Whittington Hall with classrooms, rehearsal hall, practice rooms, and music technology lab

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.28

Admit rate

96%

school-wide

Grad rate

47%

Enrollment

2.9K

Earnings

$46K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$35,070

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$52,254

Before aid

Average net price

$21,666

After aid

Financial Aid · charlestonsouthern.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 25, 11:07 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Part of the NASM-accredited Horton School of Music and Performing Arts

Christian university perspective on arts education

Career preparation for auditions at local and regional theatre companies, theme parks, and cruise ships

Training

Minimum two main stage productions per year in Lightsey Chapel Auditorium

Additional productions in the 60-seat Black Box Theatre

Weekly voice lessons with full-time performance faculty

Courses include Acting the Song, Movement for the Actor, Acting for the Camera, and Opera/Musical Theatre Workshop

Facilities

1,500-seat Lightsey Chapel Auditorium with 30-line set fly system and state-of-the-art audio

Intimate Black Box Theatre for close-up theatrical experiences

Whittington Hall with classrooms, rehearsal hall, practice rooms, and music technology lab

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Part of the NASM-accredited Horton School of Music and Performing Arts

Christian university perspective on arts education

Career preparation for auditions at local and regional theatre companies, theme parks, and cruise ships

Training

Minimum two main stage productions per year in Lightsey Chapel Auditorium

Additional productions in the 60-seat Black Box Theatre

Weekly voice lessons with full-time performance faculty

Courses include Acting the Song, Movement for the Actor, Acting for the Camera, and Opera/Musical Theatre Workshop

Facilities

1,500-seat Lightsey Chapel Auditorium with 30-line set fly system and state-of-the-art audio

Intimate Black Box Theatre for close-up theatrical experiences

Whittington Hall with classrooms, rehearsal hall, practice rooms, and music technology lab

Key Info

Enrollment Term

University AppApplication

Apply

Common App School Website

Fee

$25

Opens

Jul 1, 2027

Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

Official page · apply.charlestonsouthern.edu

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Scholarships Auditions · charlestonsouthern.edu

Scholarship Audition Requirements

Optional audition for scholarship consideration only; it is not required for program admission.

Songs

Two Selections

One classical selection (preferably in a foreign language)

One Art Song in English OR one Musical Theater selection

Each selection under four minutes

Contrasting styles required

Contemporary songs in strophic form: two to three verses only

Preparation

Performing from memory recommended, required for scholarship consideration

Accompanist provided if requested in advance, or bring your own

Scholarships Auditions · charlestonsouthern.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

University application via Common App or CSU website

Music Audition Application via Horton School of Music website

Eligibility

All prospective students eligible for music scholarships

Only incoming freshman music majors eligible for Premiere Scholarship

Scholarships available for majors and non-majors

Transfer Pathway

Transfer coursework for the BA Musical Theatre is individually evaluated for equivalent CSU courses, major or minor electives, Liberal Arts Core, or general elective credit. Charleston Southern publishes articulation agreements and accepts up to 68 credits from a two-year college (89 with an associate's degree) or 89 from a four-year institution.

Transfer Credit · charlestonsouthern.edu

What's The Process

Audition Process

Audition is for music scholarship consideration only

Students must first be admitted to Charleston Southern University

Complete the Music Audition Application to request an audition

After university admission, the Horton School of Music will request a brief video audition

Confirmation email sent within 24-48 business hours

Post-Enrollment

Required for all incoming music students during summer Preregistration

Two parts: written theory skills and aural/sight singing

Sample assessment and prep resources available online

Contact

Marshall Forrester, Professor of Music

Mforrester@csuniv.edu | 843-863-7967

Scholarship Info

Music Scholarships

Available to majors and non-majors by audition

Premiere Scholarship available to incoming freshman music majors only

Audition recommended during senior year of high school

Studio lessons taught by full-time performance faculty or Charleston Symphony Orchestra musicians

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.28

Admit rate

96%

school-wide

Grad rate

47%

Enrollment

2.9K

Earnings

$46K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$35,070

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$52,254

Before aid

Average net price

$21,666

After aid

Financial Aid · charlestonsouthern.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

Part of the NASM-accredited Horton School of Music and Performing Arts

Christian university perspective on arts education

Career preparation for auditions at local and regional theatre companies, theme parks, and cruise ships

Training

Minimum two main stage productions per year in Lightsey Chapel Auditorium

Additional productions in the 60-seat Black Box Theatre

Weekly voice lessons with full-time performance faculty

Courses include Acting the Song, Movement for the Actor, Acting for the Camera, and Opera/Musical Theatre Workshop

Facilities

1,500-seat Lightsey Chapel Auditorium with 30-line set fly system and state-of-the-art audio

Intimate Black Box Theatre for close-up theatrical experiences

Whittington Hall with classrooms, rehearsal hall, practice rooms, and music technology lab

Updated Aug 25, 11:07 PM

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