Program
Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredInterview RequiredIn-Person or VirtualSelective12-24 StudentsUniversity App RequiredMTCP Participant
Program Characteristics
Prescreen Required
Audition Required
Interview Required
Selective
12-24 Students
University App Required
MTCP ParticipantProgram Highlights
TRAINING
•Pre-professional BFA Musical Theatre — collaborative program between Department of Theatre and Dance and School of Music
•Dual-accredited by NAST and NASM (National Association of Schools of Music)
•Comprehensive training in music, voice, acting, movement, and dance
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•1–2 major musicals and one opera per year, plus concert musicals across four years
•Additional opportunities in dramatic plays, choirs, a cappella groups, and improvisation
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•Voluntary NYC showcase — workshops with theatre professionals and feedback from casting directors and agents
•Wild Card prescreen submission accepted (optional)
VALUE
•Pennsylvania and Ohio residents eligible for $6,000 Good Neighbor Award (renewable)
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Evan Harrington — Broadway: Avenue Q, The Phantom of the Opera, Once, Into the Woods, Chicago; Grammy-nominated for Sondheim Unplugged
•Shirine Babb — Broadway: The Piano Lesson, Macbeth (with Ethan Hawke), Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (Original Cast)
•Alex Joseph Grayson — Broadway: Parade (Grammy-nominated cast recording), Girl from the North Country, A Bronx Tale
•La Shawn Banks — TV/film: Chicago P.D., Shameless, Better Call Saul, Veep
•Jeffrey Kringer — tours of Cruel Intentions: The 90's Musical and West Side Story
•Genevieve Ellis — national tour of Les Misérables
Key Info
Program AppApplication
Apply atAcceptd
Deadline
Prescreen DeadlineFeb 18, 2026
Auditions
On-Campus or Remote AuditionNov 1, 2025
On-Campus or Remote AuditionJan 31, 2026
On-Campus or Remote AuditionFeb 7, 2026
On-Campus or Remote AuditionFeb 21, 2026
Acceptd Fee
$35Waiver
Acceptd platform fee
Audition Fee
$30Waiver
For on-campus auditions; waiver available by calling (716) 673-3596
Accompanist Fee
$20
Optional; only if you need a school-provided accompanist for on-campus audition. You may bring your own.
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 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)
•Wild Card submission is optional for Fredonia
•See the MTCP requirements page for more information
Additional Materials
•SLATE VIDEO
-Name and pronouns, if you would like
•HEADSHOT
•RESUME
Callback Requirements
Songs
TWO COMPLETE CONTRASTING SONGS
•Perform full songs (not cuts)
•School-provided accompanist available for $20 fee; you may bring your own
•Bring music that is simple and clear for an accompanist to read
Monologues
TWO CONTRASTING MONOLOGUES
•Must be from published plays or by professional writers
Dance
GROUP DANCE AUDITION
•Dance portion held 11:15 AM–12:15 PM on audition day
•Singing/acting portion scheduled morning or afternoon
Good to Know
PRESCREEN SUBMISSION
•Submit prescreen through Musical Theater Common Prescreen (MTCP) via Acceptd
•Prescreen deadline: February 18, 2026
•Submit materials at least 2 weeks before your desired audition date
APPLICATION
•Must also apply to Fredonia via SUNY Application or Common App
•Audition Request Form goes live September 1, 2025
SIMULTANEOUS CONSIDERATION
•Students who audition for BFA Musical Theatre are also simultaneously considered for BFA Acting
MTCP
•Program participates in Musical Theater Common Prescreen
•Song: Option C | Monologue: Option A | Dance: Option B | Ballet: Optional
FEE WAIVERS
•Acceptd fee waivers available with advance documentation
What's The Process
PRESCREEN
•Submit MTCP materials (songs, monologue, dance, optional wild card/ballet) via Acceptd
•Faculty reviews and offers audition appointments starting December 1 on a rolling basis
•Turnaround may take 1–2 weeks after submission
LIVE AUDITION
•Remote and in-person auditions available on all dates
•If invited, you will indicate your preferred audition date
•On-campus auditions held at Fredonia Campus
•Two complete contrasting songs, two contrasting monologues, and a group dance audition
•Musical skills test administered during audition
•Short interview with faculty
RE-AUDITION
•Students not accepted may re-audition one additional time
•Cannot audition after accumulating 60+ credit hours
Scholarship Info
TALENT-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS
•Awards range from $500–$3,000 per year
•No separate application — awarded based on audition performance
Program info updated Mar 23, 11:44 PM
TRAINING
•Pre-professional BFA Musical Theatre — collaborative program between Department of Theatre and Dance and School of Music
•Dual-accredited by NAST and NASM (National Association of Schools of Music)
•Comprehensive training in music, voice, acting, movement, and dance
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•1–2 major musicals and one opera per year, plus concert musicals across four years
•Additional opportunities in dramatic plays, choirs, a cappella groups, and improvisation
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•Voluntary NYC showcase — workshops with theatre professionals and feedback from casting directors and agents
•Wild Card prescreen submission accepted (optional)
VALUE
•Pennsylvania and Ohio residents eligible for $6,000 Good Neighbor Award (renewable)
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Evan Harrington — Broadway: Avenue Q, The Phantom of the Opera, Once, Into the Woods, Chicago; Grammy-nominated for Sondheim Unplugged
•Shirine Babb — Broadway: The Piano Lesson, Macbeth (with Ethan Hawke), Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (Original Cast)
•Alex Joseph Grayson — Broadway: Parade (Grammy-nominated cast recording), Girl from the North Country, A Bronx Tale
•La Shawn Banks — TV/film: Chicago P.D., Shameless, Better Call Saul, Veep
•Jeffrey Kringer — tours of Cruel Intentions: The 90's Musical and West Side Story
•Genevieve Ellis — national tour of Les Misérables
Updated Mar 23, 11:44 PM
Academic School Information
3.70
Avg GPA (W)
78%
Admit Rate
52%
Grad Rate
2,755
Enrollment
$54,247
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$8,831
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,771
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$15,897
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$9,395
Family Income $30k - $48k$11,327
Family Income $48k - $75k$16,116
Family Income $75k - $110k$16,302
Family Income $110k+$20,743
