Program
Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredNo InterviewIn-Person or VirtualHighly Selective12-24 StudentsUniversity App RequiredStudy Abroad
Program Characteristics
Prescreen Required
Audition Required
No Interview
Highly Selective
12-24 Students
University App Required
Study Abroad
Program Highlights
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
•Joint program offered through College of Music and School of Theatre
•Highly competitive program preparing students for professional careers
•Comprehensive curriculum with courses in theatre, music, and dance
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•Two musicals each season for performance opportunities
•Students encouraged to perform in FSU Opera, choral/instrumental ensembles, and Mainstage plays
CAREER PREPARATION
•Senior Showcase each spring in New York City for directors, talent agents, and casting directors
•Consistently ranked in the top 12 for number of alumni on Broadway stages
STUDY ABROAD
•London Theatre Program with England's best teachers and artists
•Students attend theatre weekly in London and visit other countries during breaks
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Montego Glover — Tony nomination for Best Actress in Memphis, Drama Desk Award winner
•Christiani Pitts — Broadway's King Kong and A Bronx Tale
•Leslie Flesner — Broadway's Hello, Dolly!
•Danny Burgos — Broadway debut in On Your Feet
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
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
Deadline
Application & Prescreen DeadlineDec 1, 2025
Auditions
Zoom CallbackJan 17–18, 2026
Zoom CallbackJan 24–25, 2026
Campus Callback (Tallahassee)Feb 22, 2026
Campus Callback (Tallahassee)Mar 1, 2026
Prescreen Requirements
Songs
TWO CONTRASTING MUSICAL SELECTIONS
•One song written before 1970 from a musical
•One song written after 1970 from a musical
Monologues
ONE CONTEMPORARY MONOLOGUE
•Must be from a published play
•60-90 seconds
Dance
TWO CONTRASTING DANCE PIECES - 60-90 seconds each
Dance 1: Solo Dance
•Whatever dance discipline you are most comfortable with: jazz, ballet, modern, African, hip hop, lyrical, or contemporary (no tap)
•The choreography and the movement should be story-driven and connected to the music where the applicant is dancing with a sense of purpose
Dance 2: Ballet
•Execute a brief series of plié, tendu and grande battement; and also pirouette en déhors (to both sides), and grand jeté across the floor
Ballet
Dance 2: Ballet
•Execute a brief series of plié, tendu and grande battement; and also pirouette en déhors (to both sides), and 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.
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 and your pieces OR slate your name and songs/monologues at the start of each video
Callback Requirements
Songs
TWO PREPARED CONTRASTING MUSICAL SELECTIONS
•Perform with piano or instrumental track
•Should demonstrate skill and potential for development
Monologues
ONE PREPARED MONOLOGUE, 60 sec
•Within your casting range
•Should demonstrate skill and potential for development
Dance
TWO DANCE COMBINATIONS
•Applicants emailed video of two dance combinations to learn, record, and upload prior to Zoom callback
•These should demonstrate skill and potential for development
Additional Materials
CAMPUS CALLBACK (FINAL ROUND):
•Students under final consideration invited to campus
•Live audition and dance workshop in Tallahassee
•Accompanist provided free of charge
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Complete Florida State University Application first
•Music Theatre Supplemental Application will be added to your Application Checklist within 1-2 hours of submitting your FSU application
ELIGIBILITY
•Fall enrollment only
•Prescreen submissions reviewed on a rolling basis beginning November 1
What's The Process
PRESCREEN:
•Submissions reviewed on rolling basis beginning November 1
•Final deadline is December 1
ZOOM CALLBACK (JANUARY):
•Initial callbacks conducted via Zoom
•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
CAMPUS 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
Program info updated Mar 27, 2:06 AM
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
•Joint program offered through College of Music and School of Theatre
•Highly competitive program preparing students for professional careers
•Comprehensive curriculum with courses in theatre, music, and dance
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•Two musicals each season for performance opportunities
•Students encouraged to perform in FSU Opera, choral/instrumental ensembles, and Mainstage plays
CAREER PREPARATION
•Senior Showcase each spring in New York City for directors, talent agents, and casting directors
•Consistently ranked in the top 12 for number of alumni on Broadway stages
STUDY ABROAD
•London Theatre Program with England's best teachers and artists
•Students attend theatre weekly in London and visit other countries during breaks
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Montego Glover — Tony nomination for Best Actress in Memphis, Drama Desk Award winner
•Christiani Pitts — Broadway's King Kong and A Bronx Tale
•Leslie Flesner — Broadway's Hello, Dolly!
•Danny Burgos — Broadway debut in On Your Feet
Updated Mar 27, 2:06 AM
Academic School Information
3.71
Avg GPA
24%
Admit Rate
84%
Grad Rate
32,212
Enrollment
$61,675
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$5,656
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$18,786
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$11,297
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$5,938
Family Income $30k - $48k$6,963
Family Income $48k - $75k$10,496
Family Income $75k - $110k$14,991
Family Income $110k+$19,239
