California State University, Stanislaus
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
CURRICULUM
•59-unit interdisciplinary program spanning Theatre and Music departments
•Integrated training in acting, singing, dancing, music theory, and script/song analysis
•Musical Theatre Audition Workshop and four semesters of Repertoire Coaching
•Voice instruction through Music Department (freshman through sophomore level)
•Modern Jazz Dance coursework through Kinesiology Department
PRODUCTIONS & FACILITIES
•Five-production live performance season each year
•300-seat mainstage theatre, intimate studio theatre, and outdoor amphitheater
•Rehearsal & Performance coursework required every semester (6 units total)
PROGRAM PHILOSOPHY
•Ensemble-based collective approach • no stars, collaborative ethic
•Close one-on-one faculty interaction on a ~9,000-student campus
•Prepares graduates for professional musical theatre careers and graduate program auditions
•History of American Musical Theatre course builds critical context
Key Info
University AppApplication
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Deadlines
Priority DecisionJan 31, 2026
Secondary Application DeadlineJul 31, 2026
Fee
$70Waiver
Good to Know
ENROLLMENT
•No audition required for admission
•University application via Cal State Apply
•No separate department application — admission based on university acceptance
IMPORTANT NOTES
•New program beginning in 2025-26 academic year
•Fall enrollment only
•120 total units required for graduation (59 major + ~12 free electives + GE requirements)
Program info updated 14h ago
CURRICULUM
•59-unit interdisciplinary program spanning Theatre and Music departments
•Integrated training in acting, singing, dancing, music theory, and script/song analysis
•Musical Theatre Audition Workshop and four semesters of Repertoire Coaching
•Voice instruction through Music Department (freshman through sophomore level)
•Modern Jazz Dance coursework through Kinesiology Department
PRODUCTIONS & FACILITIES
•Five-production live performance season each year
•300-seat mainstage theatre, intimate studio theatre, and outdoor amphitheater
•Rehearsal & Performance coursework required every semester (6 units total)
PROGRAM PHILOSOPHY
•Ensemble-based collective approach • no stars, collaborative ethic
•Close one-on-one faculty interaction on a ~9,000-student campus
•Prepares graduates for professional musical theatre careers and graduate program auditions
•History of American Musical Theatre course builds critical context
Updated 14h ago
Academic School Information
3.46
Avg GPA (W)
98%
Admit Rate
56%
Grad Rate
8,385
Enrollment
$63,188
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$8,246
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$20,846
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$6,067
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$3,938
Family Income $30k - $48k$4,467
Family Income $48k - $75k$5,947
Family Income $75k - $110k$9,230
Family Income $110k+$16,810
