Florida Atlantic University
Program
Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredNo InterviewIn-Person OnlyHighly SelectiveUnder 12 StudentsUniversity App RequiredMTCP Participant
Program Characteristics
Prescreen Required
Audition Required
No Interview
Highly Selective
Under 12 Students
University App Required
MTCP ParticipantProgram Highlights
AFFORDABILITY & LOCATION
•Most affordable BFA program in the state of Florida for residents and competitive price for out-of-state students
•Located in tropical Boca Raton — South Florida is home to over 75 professional theatre companies
TRAINING
•One-hour weekly private voice lesson with additional studio class after first year
•All BFA Musical Theatre students required to audition for productions
•Guest theatre artists, directors, choreographers, and music directors actively working in the field year-round
PRODUCTIONS
•FAU produces three plays, two musicals, two dance showcases and one film project every academic year
•Summer repertory theatre season with one play and one musical
PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
•Theatre Lab professional resident theatre company — the ONLY professional resident theatre company on campus in the State of Florida
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Marc Kudisch — 3x Tony Award nominee with 15+ Broadway credits including Thoroughly Modern Millie, 9 to 5, and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
•Melissa Hart — Broadway credits include Cabaret (Sally Bowles), Georgy (Tony nomination), and Candide
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atSchool Website
Deadlines
Early ActionOct 15, 2026
RollingMar 13, 2027
Fee
$30Waiver
Program AppApplication
Apply atAcceptd
Deadline
Prescreen DeadlineJan 5, 2026
Audition
On-Campus Auditions (Boca Raton, FL)Feb 21–22, 2026
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 B:
-Dance/movement video required
-Show your best version of dancing/moving
-No specific technical requirements
-60-90 seconds
Ballet
•MTCP Ballet Option B:
-Ballet video optional
Wildcard / Special Skill (Optional)
•Optional special skill or talent video per MTCP guidelines
-Can be anything that showcases a unique talent (juggling, instruments, gymnastics, etc.)
-60 seconds maximum
Additional Materials
•HEADSHOT
-Good clear picture, well lit, with your hair out of your face
•RESUME
-List any experiences demonstrating responsibility (shows, classes, jobs, clubs, awards, sports, volunteer work)
Callback Requirements
Songs
TWO CONTRASTING SONGS, 1 min each
•May include the same material used in the prescreen
•Please be prepared with an additional contrasting song
•An accompanist will be provided
Monologues
ONE CONTEMPORARY MONOLOGUE, 1 min
•May include the same material used in the prescreen
•Please be prepared with an additional contrasting monologue
Dance
DANCE/MOVEMENT CALL
•Bring dance/movement clothing
•BFA Musical Theatre students will be in a variety of dance classes every semester and placed in a dance level that will challenge and strengthen their ability
Good to Know
Must apply and be accepted to FAU before accepting an offer into the BFA track
What's The Process
PRESCREEN:
•Submissions accepted beginning September 5, 2025
•Deadline to submit MTCP: January 5, 2026
•Callback invitations sent no later than January 20, 2026
LIVE AUDITION:
•On-Campus Auditions: February 21–22, 2026
•In person auditions highly recommended — tour the department, see shows, meet students and faculty
•Acceptance notifications released March 7, 2026
•Offer remains viable until May 1; alternates called after
RECRUITING EVENTS:
•FAU representatives attend Florida Theatre Conference (FTC), Moonifieds, CAP, Thespians, and other events
Program info updated Mar 23, 11:46 PM
AFFORDABILITY & LOCATION
•Most affordable BFA program in the state of Florida for residents and competitive price for out-of-state students
•Located in tropical Boca Raton — South Florida is home to over 75 professional theatre companies
TRAINING
•One-hour weekly private voice lesson with additional studio class after first year
•All BFA Musical Theatre students required to audition for productions
•Guest theatre artists, directors, choreographers, and music directors actively working in the field year-round
PRODUCTIONS
•FAU produces three plays, two musicals, two dance showcases and one film project every academic year
•Summer repertory theatre season with one play and one musical
PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
•Theatre Lab professional resident theatre company — the ONLY professional resident theatre company on campus in the State of Florida
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Marc Kudisch — 3x Tony Award nominee with 15+ Broadway credits including Thoroughly Modern Millie, 9 to 5, and Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
•Melissa Hart — Broadway credits include Cabaret (Sally Bowles), Georgy (Tony nomination), and Candide
Updated Mar 23, 11:46 PM
Academic School Information
3.83
Avg GPA (W)
66%
Admit Rate
63%
Grad Rate
23,757
Enrollment
$56,746
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$4,879
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$17,324
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$8,752
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$3,022
Family Income $30k - $48k$4,135
Family Income $48k - $75k$8,106
Family Income $75k - $110k$14,440
Family Income $110k+$16,854
