Program
Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredInterview RequiredIn-Person or VirtualModerately Selective12-24 StudentsUniversity App RequiredStudy AbroadMTCP Participant
Program Characteristics
Prescreen Required
Audition Required
Interview Required
Moderately Selective
12-24 Students
University App Required
Study Abroad
MTCP ParticipantProgram Highlights
TRAINING & PARTNERSHIP
•Pre-professional conservatory-style training embedded in a rigorous small liberal arts college environment
•Unique formal partnership with Barter Theatre — the State Theatre of Virginia and the nation's longest-running professional theatre — located nearby in Abingdon, Virginia
•Several Barter Theatre company and cast members teach academic courses at Emory & Henry
•Small class sizes provide personal attention and more performance opportunities on stage and off
BARTER THEATRE BENEFITS:
•Access to Barter Theatre internships
•Attend up to ten Barter productions per year with actor talk-backs
•Observe production and rehearsals, participate in masterclasses and workshops
•Receive personalized mentorships from Barter professionals
PROGRAM STRUCTURE:
•BFA students jury yearly before department faculty — results are Pass, Probation, or Fail
•BFA Musical Theatre students required to audition for a practicum assignment every semester
•Senior Project (THRE 400) and Professional Theatre Experience (THRE 480) required for graduation
RECOGNITION & ALUMNI:
•Emory & Henry ranks in Intelligent.com's top 50 colleges with best study abroad programs for 2025, awarded Best for Student Engagement
•Alumni include McKinley Hughes '16 (Portland Playhouse, Asheville Fringe Arts Festival), Anna Bailey (nominated Best Featured Actress by Broadway World), and Jamal Crowell '10 (Disney World performer)
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Deadlines
Early ActionNov 15, 2025
Early Action IIJan 15, 2026
Regular DecisionJul 13, 2026
Program AppApplication
Apply atAcceptd
Deadline
Jan 24, 2026
Audition
Super Saturday (On-Campus, Emory, VA)Jan 24, 2026
Fee
$35Waiver
Prescreen Requirements
Songs
•MTCP Song Option B:
-One musical theater song from any time period
-One contrasting song of your choice (any style)
-60-90 seconds each
Monologues
•MTCP Monologue Option A:
-One monologue from a published play or professional writer
-60-90 seconds
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
Wildcard / Special Skill (Optional)
•Optional wildcard video upload
Additional Materials
•SLATE VIDEO
•Name and pronouns, if you would like
•HEADSHOT
•RESUME
Good to Know
MTCP
•Program follows Musical Theater Common Prescreen requirements
SUBMISSION OPTIONS
•Submit via Acceptd OR attend Super Saturday in-person event — do not do both
•No on-campus auditions or portfolio reviews except Super Saturday
FEE WAIVER
•$35 Acceptd application fee — waivers available for students who meet economic need indicators on the Common Application
•Contact Acceptd Support (support@getacceptd.com) to receive a fee waiver prior to submitting
What's The Process
PRESCREEN SUBMISSION
•Deadline: January 24, 2026
•Uses the Musical Theater Common Prescreen (MTCP) criteria
CALLBACK
•Applicants notified around February 1 if passed to scholarship and BFA interview round
•If applying after January 31, allow one week for review
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
•Students must demonstrate promise of pre-professional abilities
•BFA students jury yearly before department faculty — results are Pass, Probation, or Fail
•BFA Musical Theatre students required to audition for a practicum assignment every semester
Scholarship Info
TALENT SCHOLARSHIP
•4-year renewable $1,000 Talent Scholarship through auditions and interviews
•Students receive additional scholarship funds for completing an official campus visit
Program info updated 2d ago
TRAINING & PARTNERSHIP
•Pre-professional conservatory-style training embedded in a rigorous small liberal arts college environment
•Unique formal partnership with Barter Theatre — the State Theatre of Virginia and the nation's longest-running professional theatre — located nearby in Abingdon, Virginia
•Several Barter Theatre company and cast members teach academic courses at Emory & Henry
•Small class sizes provide personal attention and more performance opportunities on stage and off
BARTER THEATRE BENEFITS:
•Access to Barter Theatre internships
•Attend up to ten Barter productions per year with actor talk-backs
•Observe production and rehearsals, participate in masterclasses and workshops
•Receive personalized mentorships from Barter professionals
PROGRAM STRUCTURE:
•BFA students jury yearly before department faculty — results are Pass, Probation, or Fail
•BFA Musical Theatre students required to audition for a practicum assignment every semester
•Senior Project (THRE 400) and Professional Theatre Experience (THRE 480) required for graduation
RECOGNITION & ALUMNI:
•Emory & Henry ranks in Intelligent.com's top 50 colleges with best study abroad programs for 2025, awarded Best for Student Engagement
•Alumni include McKinley Hughes '16 (Portland Playhouse, Asheville Fringe Arts Festival), Anna Bailey (nominated Best Featured Actress by Broadway World), and Jamal Crowell '10 (Disney World performer)
Updated 2d ago
Academic School Information
3.50
Avg GPA
84%
Admit Rate
55%
Grad Rate
1,078
Enrollment
$47,385
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$39,000
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$19,061
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$14,246
Family Income $30k - $48k$14,430
Family Income $48k - $75k$17,622
Family Income $75k - $110k$19,029
Family Income $110k+$23,418
