Guildford School of Acting
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Program Characteristics
Prescreen Required
Audition Required
No Interview
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING APPROACH
•Triple-threat training with equally balanced dancing, singing, and acting
•Small cohorts ensuring personal attention from expert practitioners
•Student-centred learning with dialogue and collaborative approach
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•Ranked 1st in UK for drama and music (Daily Mail University Guide 2026)
•Ranked 3rd in UK for dance, drama, and cinematics (Complete University Guide 2026)
•98% overall student satisfaction (NSS 2025)
CAREER OUTCOMES
•100% of postgraduate and 98% of undergraduate graduates employed or in further study
•Alumni performing in West End productions including Hamilton, Wicked, Six, and The Lion King
•Notable alumni include Michael Ball, Emma Barton, and Michael Jibson
Key Info
Program AppApplication
First Round Audition Fee
£15Waiver
Recall Audition Fee
£30Waiver
Prescreen Requirements
Songs
TWO CONTRASTING SONGS (video self-tape)
•ONE LEGIT SONG from a musical written before 1965, up to 2 minutes
•ONE CONTEMPORARY SONG from a musical written after 1965, up to 2 minutes
•Must sing to musical accompaniment — backing track or self-accompanied
Dance
DANCE AND MOVEMENT EXERCISES (video self-tape)
•Five short basic dance and movement exercises
•Detailed exercise instructions provided via link after application
Wildcard / Special Skill
N/A
Callback Requirements
Songs
RECALL WORKSHOP
•May be asked to re-present first-round song material
•One additional song chosen from a GSA-provided list
Monologues
RECALL WORKSHOP
•ONE SPEECH from a published play written since 1960, up to 2 minutes
Dance
RECALL WORKSHOP
•Dance session included as part of recall workshop
Good to Know
UCAS APPLICATION
•Apply via UCAS — code W312
•UCAS deadline: January 14, 2026
•International applicants for Philadelphia: UCAS by December 1, 2025
AUDITION FEES
•First round: £15 (non-refundable)
•Recall workshop: additional £30
•Fee waivers available for eligible home students
ELIGIBILITY
•Typical offer: CCC at A-level or equivalent
•GCSE English Language grade 4 (C) minimum
•IELTS 6.5 overall for international students
•Exceptional talent may override academic requirements
What's The Process
PRESCREEN
•Submit three video self-tapes after UCAS application
•One legit song, one contemporary song, and five dance/movement exercises
•Full guidance and dance exercise link sent via email upon application
RECALL AUDITION
•By invitation only following successful first-round videos
•Workshop-based format with acting, singing, and dance sessions
•Prepare one speech from a published play (post-1960)
•Select one additional song from a GSA-provided list
INTERNATIONAL AUDITIONS
•Philadelphia: January 10-11, 2026 (first-round videos due December 15)
•Shanghai: April 17-18, 2026
•Must complete first-round video before attending international auditions
Scholarship Info
FINANCIAL SUPPORT
•University of Surrey Bursary: up to £3,000 for eligible students
•Audition fee waivers available for widening participation students
•Travel bursary of £40 for interview/open day attendance
Program info updated Today
Academic School Information
500
Enrollment
In-State Tuition
£9,790
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
£24,300
before 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.
