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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING
•Exposure to all areas of theatre: performance (acting, dance, singing), design (scenic, lighting, costume, make-up), directing, history, and literature
•Strong theoretical foundation combined with immersive learning opportunities
•Small class sizes with direct faculty mentoring on mainstage projects
•Award-winning faculty recognized by Kennedy Center/ACTF and Orlando Fringe Festival
PRODUCTION OPPORTUNITIES
•Four mainstage productions per year (two musicals, two plays) plus second stage lab production
•Festival of Fine Arts brings world-class productions to campus
•Central Florida location near theme parks, concert halls, professional and community theatre
CAREER PREPARATION
•Prepares for careers in acting, directing, theatre production, academia, advertising, film, and television
•Faculty-led study abroad to England and France, plus Junior Journey to New York City
STUDENT LIFE
•The Vagabonds Theatre Club with staged readings, ten-minute play festivals, and studio productions
•Studio Box improv troupe
Key Info
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Deadlines
Early DecisionNov 1, 2025
Early ActionNov 1, 2025
PriorityMar 1, 2026
Rolling
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply to Florida Southern College via Common App or FSC Preferred App (no application fee)
•No separate audition or portfolio submission required
DEGREE OPTIONS
•Available as a BA major and minor
What's The Process
ADMISSION
•No audition or interview required for admission to the BA program
•Admitted through standard university application process
OPTIONAL SCHOLARSHIP AUDITION
•Students may audition for talent-based scholarship consideration
•Contact theatreauditions@flsouthern.edu for more information
Scholarship Info
TALENT SCHOLARSHIPS
•Scholarship assistance available for any student majoring in theatre arts
•Scholarships awarded based on an optional audition and interview by theatre faculty
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Academic School Information
3.73
Avg GPA (W)
59%
Admit Rate
69%
Grad Rate
2,607
Enrollment
$55,294
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$42,360
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$29,664
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.
Annual Cost by Family Income
Family Income $0 - $30k$23,266
Family Income $30k - $48k$25,913
Family Income $48k - $75k$27,634
Family Income $75k - $110k$30,479
Family Income $110k+$34,331
