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Program Characteristics
Prescreen Required
No Audition
Interview Required
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING
•Foundation in creative expression through acting, improvisation, and script analysis before specializing
•Concentrations available in scenic, lighting, sound, and costume design, or stage management
•Small class sizes with direct faculty advisor for each mainstage project
•Award-winning faculty recognized by Kennedy Center/ACTF, Broadway World Orlando, and Orlando Fringe Festival
PRODUCTION OPPORTUNITIES
•Realized production projects on the mainstage from early semesters
•Five shows per year directed by full-time faculty and professional guest directors
•Student work featured in multiple productions as part of the Festival of Fine Arts season
•Holistic approach emphasizing all elements of the creative process
STUDENT LIFE
•The Vagabonds Theatre Club with staged readings, ten-minute play festivals, and studio productions
•Studio Box improv troupe
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Apply atSchool Website
Deadlines
Early DecisionNov 1, 2025
Early ActionNov 1, 2025
PriorityMar 1, 2026
Rolling
Program AppApplication
Deadlines
Portfolio Upload Deadline (Jan 24 / Dec 13 interviews)Nov 1, 2025
Portfolio Upload Deadline (Feb 21 / Mar 14 interviews)Jan 9, 2026
Auditions
Virtual InterviewDec 13, 2025
Interview Day (Lakeland, FL)Jan 24, 2026
Interview Day (Lakeland, FL)Feb 21, 2026
Virtual InterviewMar 14, 2026
Prescreen Requirements
ARTISTIC RESUME (required)
•Document your artistic and technical experience
DIGITAL PORTFOLIO (required)
•Should show the process and results of your artistic work or applicable experiences
LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION (required)
•Two letters from people you have worked with as an artist (director, designer, teacher, or supervisor)
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply to Florida Southern College via Common App or FSC Preferred App (no application fee)
•Submit portfolio materials via the theatre auditions registration page
•No separate audition portal required
AREAS OF FOCUS
•Elective courses lead to concentration in scenic, lighting, sound, or costume design, or stage management
What's The Process
PORTFOLIO REVIEW
•Submit artistic resume, digital portfolio, and two letters of recommendation
•After materials and recommendations are received, you will be notified via email about your interview date and time
INTERVIEW
•In-person and virtual interviews take place on the scheduled audition days
•All deadlines apply
CONTACT
•theatreauditions@flsouthern.edu
•Karissa Barber: 863.680.4226
Scholarship Info
TALENT SCHOLARSHIPS
•Scholarships awarded based on portfolio and interview by theatre faculty
•BFA portfolio candidates automatically considered for scholarship eligibility
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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
