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BFA Theatre
Musical Theatre Emphasis
Program snapshot
Admissions
No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App RequiredAudition format
In-Person or VirtualProgram Recognition
•9 Certificates of Meritorious Achievement from KCACTF Region 5 since Spring 2021
Training
•Intensive integration of theatre, dance, and music within one of the oldest theatre programs in the U.S. (est. 1915)
•81 credit hours covering musical theatre dance, stage voice, acting the song, tap, voice, and piano
•Conservatory-style training with mainstage and studio production opportunities each semester
Notable Alumni
•Shandi Finnessey — Miss USA 2004, actress, and television host
Professional Development
•100% of surveyed graduates employed and/or continuing education
•Career paths include performer, theatre director, choreographer, and music director
Facilities
•1,200-seat proscenium auditorium at the J. Scheidegger Center with a 110x66-foot stage and 68 line sets
•Versatile black box theater and dedicated dance studios
Academic info
Snapshot
3.36
Avg GPA (W)
57%
Admit Rate
school-wide
50%
Grad Rate
4.6K
Enrollment
$53K
Earnings
10yr after
Costs & Aid
Average Annual Cost
$19,638
after typical aid
Tuition & Fees
$21,600
before aid
Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.
$0-30k$15,678
$30-48k$14,701
$48-75k$17,603
$75-110k$20,760
$110k+$23,821
Program info updated 1d ago
Program Highlights
Program Recognition
•9 Certificates of Meritorious Achievement from KCACTF Region 5 since Spring 2021
Training
•Intensive integration of theatre, dance, and music within one of the oldest theatre programs in the U.S. (est. 1915)
•81 credit hours covering musical theatre dance, stage voice, acting the song, tap, voice, and piano
•Conservatory-style training with mainstage and studio production opportunities each semester
Notable Alumni
•Shandi Finnessey — Miss USA 2004, actress, and television host
Professional Development
•100% of surveyed graduates employed and/or continuing education
•Career paths include performer, theatre director, choreographer, and music director
Facilities
•1,200-seat proscenium auditorium at the J. Scheidegger Center with a 110x66-foot stage and 68 line sets
•Versatile black box theater and dedicated dance studios
Program Recognition
•9 Certificates of Meritorious Achievement from KCACTF Region 5 since Spring 2021
Training
•Intensive integration of theatre, dance, and music within one of the oldest theatre programs in the U.S. (est. 1915)
•81 credit hours covering musical theatre dance, stage voice, acting the song, tap, voice, and piano
•Conservatory-style training with mainstage and studio production opportunities each semester
Notable Alumni
•Shandi Finnessey — Miss USA 2004, actress, and television host
Professional Development
•100% of surveyed graduates employed and/or continuing education
•Career paths include performer, theatre director, choreographer, and music director
Facilities
•1,200-seat proscenium auditorium at the J. Scheidegger Center with a 110x66-foot stage and 68 line sets
•Versatile black box theater and dedicated dance studios
Updated 1d ago
