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Program Characteristics
Prescreen Required
Audition Required
No Interview
In-Person or Virtual
Highly Selective
12-24 Students
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
•Bachelor of Music degree offered through the College of Music
•One of the top Music Theatre training programs in the country
•Small program housed within large university with small class sizes and high faculty contact
TRAINING
•Triple-threat training in Acting, Singing, and Dancing with synthesis in performance
•Leveled dance classes offered to students
•Class work includes existing Music Theatre repertoire and new musicals in development
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•Many performance opportunities including musicals, plays, operas, and dance concerts
•Students encouraged to perform in FSU Opera, choral and instrumental ensembles, FSU Dance productions, and Mainstage plays
•Opportunities for student-led creative projects
CAREER PREPARATION
•Annual Senior Showcase in New York City for agents, casting directors, master teachers, producers, alumni, and friends
•Incredible alumni network
•Graduates work on Broadway, National Tours, Regional Theatre, and Film and Television
Key Info
University AppApplication
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Deadlines
Early ActionOct 15, 2025
Regular DecisionDec 1, 2025
RollingMar 1, 2026
Direct Application Fee
$30Waiver
Common App Fee
$35Waiver
Includes $5 Common App processing fee; waiver covers full amount
Program AppApplication
Deadlines
DeadlineDec 1, 2025
PrescreenDec 1, 2025
Prescreen Requirements
Songs
TWO CONTRASTING MUSICAL SELECTIONS
•One song written before 1970 from a musical
•One song written after 1970 from a musical
•Must sing to musical accompaniment — no a cappella
•60-90 seconds each
Monologues
ONE CONTEMPORARY MONOLOGUE
•Must be from a published play
•60-90 seconds
Dance
TWO CONTRASTING DANCE PIECES, 60-90 sec each
DANCE 1: SOLO DANCE
•Any style that shows off your dance and movement abilities (jazz, ballet, modern, African, hip hop, lyrical, contemporary — no tap)
•Choreography should be story-driven and connected to the music
DANCE 2: BALLET
•Execute a brief series of plié, tendu, and grande battement
•Pirouette en déhors (to both sides)
•Grand jeté across the floor
Ballet
BALLET COMBINATION
•Execute a brief series of plié, tendu, and grande battement
•Pirouette en déhors (to both sides)
•Grand jeté across the floor
Wildcard / Special Skill (Optional)
This can be anything that lets us get to know you a little better. It can be sharing something you love to do like cooking or a craft, or demonstrating a special skill like juggling, tennis, a magic act, or an instrument. Be creative and have fun. 60-90 seconds.
Submission Specifications
•All songs, monologue, dance, ballet, and wild card videos are recommended to be between 60-90 seconds each
•A little bit over or under is fine
•Each piece should be filmed/uploaded as a separate piece of media — no continuous videos
Additional Materials
SUBMISSION MATERIALS
•Theatrical resume
•HEADSHOT
•LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION (3 required)
WRITTEN STATEMENT
•Music Theatre Future/Career Goals: A SHORT STATEMENT describing your professional goals and your desire to major in Music Theatre (650 words max)
SLATE
•You may either do a separate SLATE video introducing yourself OR slate your name and songs/monologues at the start of each video
Good to Know
Must complete Florida State University Application first, then Music Theatre Supplemental Application will be added to Application Checklist within 1-2 hours
What's The Process
PRESCREEN:
•Submissions reviewed on rolling basis beginning November 1
•Final deadline is December 1
CALLBACK:
•Initial callbacks conducted via Zoom in January
•Applicants emailed video of two dance combinations to learn, record, and upload
•Perform two prepared contrasting musical selections with piano or instrumental track
•Perform prepared 60-second monologue within casting range
FINAL CALLBACK:
•Students under final consideration invited to campus for live audition and dance workshop
•Accompanist provided free of charge for on-campus auditions
Scholarship Info
•School of Theatre awards scholarships to selected incoming and continuing students in all BFA areas based on academic ability and potential for achievement
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Academic School Information
3.71
Avg GPA
25%
Admit Rate
84%
Grad Rate
31,812
Enrollment
$61,675
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$5,656
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$18,786
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$10,997
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$5,777
Family Income $30k - $48k$7,427
Family Income $48k - $75k$11,131
Family Income $75k - $110k$16,057
Family Income $110k+$17,910
