Florida Southern College
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Program Characteristics
Prescreen Required
Audition Required
No Interview
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING
•Courses in acting, stage movement, improvisation, creative expression, script analysis, directing, and vocal techniques
•Small class sizes with individual coaching sessions in acting and voice production
•Award-winning faculty including Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival recipients
•Collaborative ensemble approach to production
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•Perform in FSC productions from first semester
•Four mainstage productions per year plus second stage lab production
•Applied production experience through THE 2153 with live audience feedback
CAREER PREPARATION
•NYC Industry Showcase with national agents, casting directors, and industry professionals
•Faculty-led study abroad to England and Junior Journey to New York City
•Guest artists every semester
STUDENT LIFE
•The Vagabonds Theatre Club (oldest student org on campus) with staged readings, ten-minute play festivals, and studio productions
•Studio Box improv troupe with regular sell-out campus performances
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
Prescreen Upload Deadline (Jan 24 / Dec 13 auditions)Nov 1, 2025
Prescreen Upload Deadline (Feb 21 / Mar 14 auditions)Jan 9, 2026
Auditions
Virtual AuditionDec 13, 2025
On-Site Audition (Lakeland, FL)Jan 24, 2026
On-Site Audition (Lakeland, FL)Feb 21, 2026
Virtual AuditionMar 14, 2026
Prescreen Requirements
Monologues
TWO CONTRASTING MONOLOGUES, 60-90 sec each (includes slate)
•One DRAMATIC monologue (classical or contemporary, student's choice)
•One COMEDIC monologue (classical or contemporary, student's choice)
•At least one monologue must be contemporary (written after 1900)
•Do not submit two classical monologues
MATERIAL SELECTION
•Must be from a published play or monologue collection
•No monologues from musicals, television shows, or movies
VIDEO FORMAT
•Each monologue uploaded as a separate file
•Filmed full body (head to feet) or close-up (head to chest)
•Slate at the beginning of each piece: your name, character name, playwright, and title of play
Wildcard / Special Skill (Optional)
WILD CARD (optional, 60 sec max)
•Can be anything: a special skill, interesting story, passion speech, instrument you play, etc.
•No slate required for wild card media
•Prompt: "What do you want us to know about you?" and "What makes you unique?"
Additional Materials
SLATE VIDEO
•No separate slate video required
•Slate at the beginning of each piece, included in the time allotment
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply to Florida Southern College via Common App or FSC Preferred App (no application fee)
•Register for prescreen via the theatre auditions page
•No separate audition portal required
ELIGIBILITY
•BFA audition candidates automatically considered for scholarship eligibility
BA ALTERNATIVE
•Students not admitted to the BFA may consider the BA Theatre Arts program, which does not require an audition
What's The Process
PRESCREEN
•Upload each piece as a separate file (no continuous videos)
•Standard recording devices acceptable (smartphones, tablets, etc.)
•Applicants notified via email of prescreen outcome by notification date
LIVE AUDITION
•Invited candidates audition on-site at Lakeland campus or via virtual session
•FSC also auditions at Florida Theatre Conference and Florida Combined Auditions
•Students must have applied to FSC but do not need an admission decision to register for prescreen
CONTACT
•theatreauditions@flsouthern.edu
•Karissa Barber: 863.680.4226
Scholarship Info
TALENT SCHOLARSHIPS
•Scholarships awarded based on audition and interview by theatre faculty
•All BFA audition candidates automatically considered for scholarship eligibility
Program info updated Today
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
