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Lees-McRae College

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Program

BA/BS Theatre Arts

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Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewScholarship PortfolioUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Study Abroad

Program

BA/BS Theatre Arts

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewScholarship PortfolioUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Study Abroad

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BA/BS Theatre Arts

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewScholarship PortfolioUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Study Abroad

Training

Five areas of study: artistic direction, performance, arts management, technical theatre, and cultural/critical/historical perspectives

Three public performances per year with opportunities both onstage and behind the scenes

Professional Development

Intern with Lees-McRae Summer Theatre professional company

May term travel to England or New York City with mock auditions

Southeastern Theatre Conference (SETC) attendance with faculty and peers

Alpha Psi Omega national collegiate dramatics honor society

Highlanders vocal ensemble

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.58

Admit rate

77%

school-wide

Grad rate

42%

Enrollment

873

Earnings

$43K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$36,760

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$59,230

Before aid

Average net price

$28,340

After aid

Index · lmc.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 7, 2:02 AM

Program Highlights

Training

Five areas of study: artistic direction, performance, arts management, technical theatre, and cultural/critical/historical perspectives

Three public performances per year with opportunities both onstage and behind the scenes

Professional Development

Intern with Lees-McRae Summer Theatre professional company

May term travel to England or New York City with mock auditions

Southeastern Theatre Conference (SETC) attendance with faculty and peers

Alpha Psi Omega national collegiate dramatics honor society

Highlanders vocal ensemble

Program Highlights

Training

Five areas of study: artistic direction, performance, arts management, technical theatre, and cultural/critical/historical perspectives

Three public performances per year with opportunities both onstage and behind the scenes

Professional Development

Intern with Lees-McRae Summer Theatre professional company

May term travel to England or New York City with mock auditions

Southeastern Theatre Conference (SETC) attendance with faculty and peers

Alpha Psi Omega national collegiate dramatics honor society

Highlanders vocal ensemble

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Fee

Common App Fee

$25

Deadline

Early ActionDec 15, 2026

Regular DecisionApr 1, 2027

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Scholarship Audition, Interview, and Portfolio Requirements

Optional audition, interview, and portfolio for scholarship consideration only; they are not required for program admission.

Songs

Requirements

Two Songs of Contrasting Styles (optional)

For vocalists who wish to showcase singing ability

Bring sheet music for the provided accompanist

Monologues

Requirements

Two Contrasting Memorized Monologues

Prepared for the scholarship audition

Should demonstrate range and versatility

Dance

Pedestrian Movement Combination

Brief movement combination learned during the audition

Designed to demonstrate skill level

Additional Materials

Resume (Required)

Resume of theatrical experiences

Portfolio (for Technical Theatre Students)

For those seeking a technical interview, bring a portfolio and resume

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Good to Know

Admission Pathway

No audition required for program admission

Apply via Common App or school website

Available as Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science

BA requires foreign language proficiency

BS requires additional math or science coursework

What's The Process

Audition Process

Visit campus during an Open House for a theatre-specific tour and audition

Or contact Joshua Yoder at yoderj@lmc.edu to schedule

Audition Expectations

In-person on campus

Performance students: monologues, optional songs, and movement combination

Technical students: portfolio review and interview

Scholarship Info

Theatre Arts Scholarship

Talent-based scholarships: $1,000-$5,000

May be combined with academic merit scholarships

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.58

Admit rate

77%

school-wide

Grad rate

42%

Enrollment

873

Earnings

$43K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$36,760

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$59,230

Before aid

Average net price

$28,340

After aid

Index · lmc.edu College Scorecard

Training

Five areas of study: artistic direction, performance, arts management, technical theatre, and cultural/critical/historical perspectives

Three public performances per year with opportunities both onstage and behind the scenes

Professional Development

Intern with Lees-McRae Summer Theatre professional company

May term travel to England or New York City with mock auditions

Southeastern Theatre Conference (SETC) attendance with faculty and peers

Alpha Psi Omega national collegiate dramatics honor society

Highlanders vocal ensemble

Updated Aug 7, 2:02 AM