Program
Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredNo InterviewIn-Person OnlyHighly Selective12-24 StudentsUniversity App RequiredStudy AbroadMTCP Participant
Program Characteristics
Prescreen Required
Audition Required
No Interview
Highly Selective
12-24 Students
University App Required
Study Abroad
MTCP ParticipantProgram Highlights
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
•Accepts approximately 16 new students annually — highly personalized training
•Intensive BFA curriculum covering acting, singing, and dance across all four years
•Individual voice instruction all four years; dance training in ballet, modern, jazz, and tap
PRODUCTIONS & PERFORMANCE
•Performance opportunities from first semester in musicals, plays, dance concerts, revues, recitals, and student-generated productions
•Three main-stage musical productions per year: Fall and Winter Musicals in the 572-seat McCrary Theatre; Spring Musical in the intimate Roberts Studio Theatre black box
•Grand Night: faculty-mentored, student-generated musical revue where students conceive, direct, choreograph, music direct, arrange, and perform
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•Senior Casting Series: graduating students audition for top agents and casting directors with workshops and personalized coaching; some seniors perform live at 54 Below or Joe’s Pub in NYC
•On-campus auditions hosted annually with professional theatre companies for summer work
•Experiential Learning Requirement: internships required before graduation; past placements include Paper Mill Playhouse, The Muny, Pittsburgh CLO, Santa Fe Opera, and Broadway
GUEST ARTISTS & STUDY ABROAD
•Guest artists have included Kristin Chenoweth, Jason Robert Brown, Hal Prince, Adam Guettel, Beth Leavel, and Norm Lewis
•Study abroad: classical studies in Greece, London semester residencies, winters in Ghana, summers in Italy, internships with London Theatre; Study USA in LA and DC
ALUMNI SUCCESS
•Alumni on Broadway in Hamilton, Hadestown, Wicked, Moulin Rouge!, Dear Evan Hansen, The Great Gatsby, and many more
•Alumni represented by top agencies including DGRW, CESD, Bloc, and The Collective
•Faculty includes professional actors, musicians, and dancers with regional, off-Broadway, and Broadway experience
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Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atSchool Website
Deadlines
Early DecisionNov 1, 2025
Early ActionNov 1, 2025
Regular DecisionJan 10, 2026
Early Decision IIJan 15, 2026
Fee
$60Waiver
Program AppApplication
Apply atAcceptd
Deadlines
Fall PrescreenSep 14, 2025
Winter/Spring PrescreenDec 1, 2025
Auditions
On-CampusOct 31, 2025
On-CampusNov 7, 2025
Chicago UnifiedsFeb 2–5, 2026
On-CampusFeb 6, 2026
Fee
$80Waiver
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 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)
•Wild Card Video (MTCP)
Additional Materials
•SLATE VIDEO
•Name and pronouns, if you would like
Good to Know
ELIGIBILITY
•A student may submit a maximum of two applications for Performing Arts Department programs
•Acceptance to the program also requires separate admission to Elon University
PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS
•Chicago Unifieds: February 2–5, 2026 (closes when 300 applications reached)
What's The Process
PRESCREEN:
•Two-phase audition process — not all applicants will be asked to complete Phase 2
•Submit prescreen via Acceptd; late submissions will not be reviewed and deadlines cannot be extended
•Fall Prescreen Deadline: September 14, 2025 (11:59 PM ET)
•Winter/Spring Prescreen Deadline: December 1, 2025 (11:59 PM ET)
CALLBACK AUDITION:
•Applicants who pass the prescreen are invited to an in-person callback on Elon’s campus
•All callback auditions take place on campus; final auditions are not conducted at remote locations
•Fall Dates: October 31 and November 7, 2025
•Winter/Spring Dates: February 6, 13, and 20, 2026
SCHEDULING:
•Callback scheduling is first-come, first-served; once a date is full, choose an alternate
•No waitlist for audition dates; no additional auditions beyond daily capacity
•Once an audition date has been scheduled, it cannot be changed
•Fall audition invitations released by October 7, 2025
•Winter/Spring audition invitations released by January 13, 2026
INFO SESSIONS:
•Virtual info sessions: October 22 and November 5, 4:00–4:45 PM EST
Program info updated Mar 29, 2:40 AM
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
•Accepts approximately 16 new students annually — highly personalized training
•Intensive BFA curriculum covering acting, singing, and dance across all four years
•Individual voice instruction all four years; dance training in ballet, modern, jazz, and tap
PRODUCTIONS & PERFORMANCE
•Performance opportunities from first semester in musicals, plays, dance concerts, revues, recitals, and student-generated productions
•Three main-stage musical productions per year: Fall and Winter Musicals in the 572-seat McCrary Theatre; Spring Musical in the intimate Roberts Studio Theatre black box
•Grand Night: faculty-mentored, student-generated musical revue where students conceive, direct, choreograph, music direct, arrange, and perform
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•Senior Casting Series: graduating students audition for top agents and casting directors with workshops and personalized coaching; some seniors perform live at 54 Below or Joe’s Pub in NYC
•On-campus auditions hosted annually with professional theatre companies for summer work
•Experiential Learning Requirement: internships required before graduation; past placements include Paper Mill Playhouse, The Muny, Pittsburgh CLO, Santa Fe Opera, and Broadway
GUEST ARTISTS & STUDY ABROAD
•Guest artists have included Kristin Chenoweth, Jason Robert Brown, Hal Prince, Adam Guettel, Beth Leavel, and Norm Lewis
•Study abroad: classical studies in Greece, London semester residencies, winters in Ghana, summers in Italy, internships with London Theatre; Study USA in LA and DC
ALUMNI SUCCESS
•Alumni on Broadway in Hamilton, Hadestown, Wicked, Moulin Rouge!, Dear Evan Hansen, The Great Gatsby, and many more
•Alumni represented by top agencies including DGRW, CESD, Bloc, and The Collective
•Faculty includes professional actors, musicians, and dancers with regional, off-Broadway, and Broadway experience
Updated Mar 29, 2:40 AM
Academic School Information
3.85
Avg GPA (W)
66%
Admit Rate
84%
Grad Rate
6,452
Enrollment
$74,545
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$46,958
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$41,555
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$26,523
Family Income $30k - $48k$23,514
Family Income $48k - $75k$24,064
Family Income $75k - $110k$34,472
Family Income $110k+$49,743
