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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
Interview Required
In-Person or Virtual
Moderately Selective
40+ Students
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING & TECHNIQUE
•Training draws from Suzuki, Stanislavsky, Chekhov, and Linklater techniques with concentrated study in musical theatre
•Core program emphasizes dynamic physicality, emotional authenticity, and commanding voice
•Individual and ensemble training in TV/film acting, singing, and dancing from nationally and internationally renowned artists
PRODUCTIONS & PERFORMANCE
•Main stage productions directed by professional New York City directors
•Coordinated with the Post Theatre Company — past productions include Bat Boy, Urinetown, Rocky Horror, and Into the Woods
•Senior year NYC showcase presented before agents, managers, and directors
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•Extensive internship offerings on and off campus
•Opportunity to travel to festivals in the United States and abroad
•Alumni on Broadway, Off-Broadway, regional theatres, national tours, and in film/TV including Memphis, Aida, ER, and Six Feet Under
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atSchool Website
Apply atCommon App
Deadlines
Early DecisionNov 15, 2025
Early ActionDec 15, 2025
Regular DecisionJan 5, 2026
Rolling
Fee
$50Waiver
Program AppApplication
Apply atAcceptd
Auditions
On-Campus & Virtual (LIU Post)Feb 20, 2026
On-Campus & Virtual (LIU Post)Mar 6, 2026
Fee
$35
Coupon code LIU26 available for subsequent program submissions
Audition Requirements
Monologues
ONE SHORT CONTEMPORARY MONOLOGUE
•Preferably from a published play
•Character should be within 5–7 years of your actual age
Songs
ONE SONG, 32 BARS
•Must provide your own recorded accompaniment
•No a cappella
Wildcard / Special Skill
N/A
Submission Specifications
VIDEO SUBMISSIONS (OPTIONAL)
•Medium shot (waist up)
•Neutral background with no windows
•All material must be in English
•Previously filmed material acceptable only with principal roles in fictional material
•No television commercials or industrial film
•Total video should be edited to a 3-minute audition
Additional Materials
HEADSHOT (required)
•Bring to in-person audition or upload via Acceptd
RESUME (required)
•Bring to in-person audition or upload via Acceptd
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply to LIU Post at apply.liu.edu/quickapp or via the Common App
•Submit optional prescreen video through Acceptd
•Schedule a live audition (in-person or virtual) — see audition notes
ELIGIBILITY
•Incoming freshmen must have a minimum 3.0 GPA
•All BFA candidates must maintain a 3.0 GPA in the major
UNIFIED AUDITIONS
•Auditions also held at National Unified Audition sites across the U.S.
•Walk-in auditions accepted at Unified sites, time permitting
What's The Process
AUDITION FORMAT
•All interested students must attend an in-person or virtual audition
•Total audition time is 3 minutes
•Auditions held on campus and at National Unified Audition sites
CALLBACKS
•Dance callbacks in NYC and Chicago by invitation from the audition room
•Virtual callback option available for those unable to attend in person
SCHEDULING
•Schedule at liu.edu/post/academics/school-of-performing-arts/theatre-audition
•Or call 516-299-4217
•All auditions are by appointment only
VIDEO SUBMISSIONS
•Prescreen video submissions via Acceptd are completely optional
•Faculty will review any submitted videos prior to the live audition
DECISIONS & NOTIFICATIONS
•Requires completion of both an LIU Post application AND a live audition
•Fall applicants notified in January; winter/spring applicants notified in March
•Mid-year transfer students contacted individually
Program info updated 2 days ago
Academic School Information
3.41
Avg GPA (W)
90%
Admit Rate
52%
Grad Rate
5,478
Enrollment
$59,950
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$41,642
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$23,901
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.
Annual Cost by Family Income
Family Income $0 - $30k$20,478
Family Income $30k - $48k$22,355
Family Income $48k - $75k$22,734
Family Income $75k - $110k$28,590
Family Income $110k+$29,036
