Program
No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewIn-Person or VirtualUniversity App RequiredStudy Abroad
Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Scholarship Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Study Abroad
Program Highlights
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•Named Top 30 College Acting and Performing Arts Programs by OnStage
•Named Top 25 BA Theatre Programs by OnStage
•Ranked #1 "underrated" theatre college in the Mid-Atlantic Region
TRAINING & PRODUCTIONS
•Company philosophy — faculty and students work together as a theater ensemble
•6+ productions per year including a fall musical and two dance concerts
•3-5 student-directed/created productions annually
•Guest artists and workshops with industry professionals each semester
FACILITIES
•Pauline Theatre — 500-seat proscenium stage
•The Empty Space — flexible black box theatre
PROFESSIONAL PARTNERSHIPS
•Exclusive partnership with Chesapeake Shakespeare Company in Baltimore
-Guaranteed summer employment positions for HPU students since 2013
-Performance and technical roles available
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Sarah Jackson — Stage Manager, National Tour of Lion King
•Jared Goldenberg — Lighting and Video Supervisor, Blue Man Group Orlando
•Sierra Ewert — Performer, Walt Disney World
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Apply atSchool Website
Deadlines
Early DecisionNov 1, 2025
Regular DecisionFeb 15, 2026
Late Regular DecisionJun 1, 2026
Audition Requirements
Optional audition for scholarship consideration — not required for program admission.
Songs
16-32 BARS OF A SONG
•For scholarship audition consideration
•Any style
Monologues
ONE 60-SECOND MONOLOGUE
•For scholarship audition consideration
•Prepare a monologue from a published play or other dramatic source
Additional Materials
PORTFOLIO (technical track)
•Submit a portfolio for technical/design scholarship consideration
•Optional — if you don't have one, schedule a faculty conversation instead
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply through Common App — no separate audition portal required
•Scholarship audition is optional and scheduled directly with the department
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
•Three emphases available: Performance, Technical/Design, or Collaborative Theater
•Musical Theater and Theater minors also available
What's The Process
SCHOLARSHIP AUDITION
•Auditions are NOT required for admission — only for scholarship consideration
•Schedule an in-person audition or submit a video recording
•Contact theaterdance@highpoint.edu to schedule
FORMAT
•Performance track: prepared monologue and song
•Technical track: portfolio review or faculty conversation
•All prospective students can schedule a 15-minute faculty meeting
Scholarship Info
DEPARTMENTAL SCHOLARSHIPS
•Available through scholarship audition or portfolio review
•Renewable based on academic performance and continued participation
CREATIVE ARTS FELLOWS
•$3,000/year scholarship renewable annually
•Based on academic performance and continued program participation
•In addition to High Point Scholarship, Presidential Scholarship, or Presidential Fellowship
UPPERCLASSMEN
•Additional department scholarships awarded at end of academic year
Program info updated 18h ago
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•Named Top 30 College Acting and Performing Arts Programs by OnStage
•Named Top 25 BA Theatre Programs by OnStage
•Ranked #1 "underrated" theatre college in the Mid-Atlantic Region
TRAINING & PRODUCTIONS
•Company philosophy — faculty and students work together as a theater ensemble
•6+ productions per year including a fall musical and two dance concerts
•3-5 student-directed/created productions annually
•Guest artists and workshops with industry professionals each semester
FACILITIES
•Pauline Theatre — 500-seat proscenium stage
•The Empty Space — flexible black box theatre
PROFESSIONAL PARTNERSHIPS
•Exclusive partnership with Chesapeake Shakespeare Company in Baltimore
-Guaranteed summer employment positions for HPU students since 2013
-Performance and technical roles available
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Sarah Jackson — Stage Manager, National Tour of Lion King
•Jared Goldenberg — Lighting and Video Supervisor, Blue Man Group Orlando
•Sierra Ewert — Performer, Walt Disney World
Updated 18h ago
Academic School Information
3.40
Avg GPA (W)
75%
Admit Rate
72%
Grad Rate
5,129
Enrollment
$61,389
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$45,312
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$38,707
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$32,763
Family Income $30k - $48k$31,937
Family Income $48k - $75k$32,461
Family Income $75k - $110k$35,508
Family Income $110k+$41,994
