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Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

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In-Person or VirtualMTCP Participant

Program profile

Highly Selective12-24 Students

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Highly Selective12-24 Students

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BFA Musical Theatre

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Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

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In-Person or VirtualMTCP Participant

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Highly Selective12-24 Students

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BFA Musical Theatre

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Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

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In-Person or VirtualMTCP Participant

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Highly Selective12-24 Students

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BS Dance

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No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

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Virtual Only

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Moderately Selective25-40 Students

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BA/BS Theatre

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No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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BSEd Speech and Theatre Education

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No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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BFA Theatre and Dance

Acting for Stage and Screen

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Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

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In-Person or Virtual

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Selective12-24 Students

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BFA Theatre and Dance

Dance

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No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

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Virtual Only

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BFA Theatre and Dance

Design/Technology/Stage Management

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Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

Virtual Only

Program profile

Selective25-40 Students

Program Recognition

•Dual accreditation by NAST and NASM — one of few programs holding both

•Ranked among North America’s top pre-Broadway training programs by CollegeXpress

Training

•Conservatory-style curriculum integrating acting, singing, and dance within a liberal arts framework

•Four musical theatre productions annually plus Tent Theatre, MSU’s Actors’ Equity summer repertory company (est. 1963, AEA since 2008)

•Approximately 15 students admitted per year

Notable Alumni

•Kyle Dean Massey — Broadway’s Pippin, Wicked, Company

•Kendra Kassebaum — Broadway’s Glinda in Wicked, Come From Away, Rent, Assassins

•Nathan Tysen — Tony-nominated lyricist (Paradise Square, The Great Gatsby on Broadway/West End)

•Janae Hammond — Broadway cast of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Professional Development

•Senior Showcase in New York City or Los Angeles

•Three-year transfer degree plan available

Verified Recent Class Sizes

•Class of 2030: 12 students

•Class of 2029: 26 students

•Class of 2028: 28 students

Academic info

Snapshot

3.71

Avg GPA (W)

91%

Admit Rate

school-wide

58%

Grad Rate

13.3K

Enrollment

$50K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Average Annual Cost

$17,613

after typical aid

In-State Tuition

$9,502

before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$18,770

before aid

Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.

$0-30k$13,718

$30-48k$13,529

$48-75k$14,905

$75-110k$18,770

$110k+$20,576

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Program info updated May 27, 1:16 AM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•Dual accreditation by NAST and NASM — one of few programs holding both

•Ranked among North America’s top pre-Broadway training programs by CollegeXpress

Training

•Conservatory-style curriculum integrating acting, singing, and dance within a liberal arts framework

•Four musical theatre productions annually plus Tent Theatre, MSU’s Actors’ Equity summer repertory company (est. 1963, AEA since 2008)

•Approximately 15 students admitted per year

Notable Alumni

•Kyle Dean Massey — Broadway’s Pippin, Wicked, Company

•Kendra Kassebaum — Broadway’s Glinda in Wicked, Come From Away, Rent, Assassins

•Nathan Tysen — Tony-nominated lyricist (Paradise Square, The Great Gatsby on Broadway/West End)

•Janae Hammond — Broadway cast of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Professional Development

•Senior Showcase in New York City or Los Angeles

•Three-year transfer degree plan available

Verified Recent Class Sizes

•Class of 2030: 12 students

•Class of 2029: 26 students

•Class of 2028: 28 students

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•Dual accreditation by NAST and NASM — one of few programs holding both

•Ranked among North America’s top pre-Broadway training programs by CollegeXpress

Training

•Conservatory-style curriculum integrating acting, singing, and dance within a liberal arts framework

•Four musical theatre productions annually plus Tent Theatre, MSU’s Actors’ Equity summer repertory company (est. 1963, AEA since 2008)

•Approximately 15 students admitted per year

Notable Alumni

•Kyle Dean Massey — Broadway’s Pippin, Wicked, Company

•Kendra Kassebaum — Broadway’s Glinda in Wicked, Come From Away, Rent, Assassins

•Nathan Tysen — Tony-nominated lyricist (Paradise Square, The Great Gatsby on Broadway/West End)

•Janae Hammond — Broadway cast of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Professional Development

•Senior Showcase in New York City or Los Angeles

•Three-year transfer degree plan available

Verified Recent Class Sizes

•Class of 2030: 12 students

•Class of 2029: 26 students

•Class of 2028: 28 students

Key Info

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Deadline

PriorityDec 1, 2025

Regular DecisionRolling

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Acceptd

Deadline

PrescreenJan 19, 2026

Auditions

Pittsburgh Unifieds (In-Person, Live Prescreen)Oct 10, 2025

Pittsburgh Unifieds (Virtual, Live Prescreen)Oct 18, 2025

Drewnifieds (Virtual, Live Prescreen)Oct 24, 2025

Transfer Auditions (Springfield, MO)Nov 7, 2025

CAP Auditions (St. Louis, Live Prescreen)Nov 13, 2025

TX Thespian Conference (Grapevine, TX)Nov 18, 2025

Moonifieds (Dallas, TX)Nov 20, 2025

MTCA Audition Weekend (New York, Live Audition)Dec 12, 2025

Missouri Thespian Conference (St. Louis, MO)Jan 8, 2026

Chicago UnifiedsFeb 3, 2026

MSU In-Person Auditions (Springfield, MO)Feb 13, 2026

MSU Virtual AuditionsFeb 20, 2026

Prescreen Requirements

Songs

MTCP Song Option C

•Applicant chooses Option A or B:

•Option A: One pre-1970 + one post-1970 song (contrasting styles)

•Option B: One MT song + one contrasting song (any style)

•60-90 seconds each

Monologues

MTCP Monologue Option a

•One monologue from a published play or professional writer

•60-90 seconds

Dance

MTCP Dance Option B

•Dance/movement video required

•Show your best version of dancing/moving

•No specific technical requirements

•60-90 seconds

Ballet

MTCP Ballet Option C

•Ballet not required

Wildcard / Special Skill (Optional)

•Wildcard optional

Additional Materials

Headshot

•Required

Resume

•Required

Personal Statement or Letter of Intent

•Required

LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION (optional)

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Songs

Requirements

•Two Contrasting Songs (per MTCP prescreen requirements)

•Prepare same two songs submitted for prescreen

Accompaniment

•Zoom auditions: Vocal assessment based on prescreen videos — live audition is monologue only

•Chicago Unifieds: Must provide own recorded accompaniment and speaker

•MSU campus auditions: Accompanist provided — bring sheet music in correct key

•Other Unifieds (PUA, CAP, Drewnfield, etc.): Follow sponsoring organization guidelines

Monologues

Requirements

•One Monologue (per MTCP prescreen requirements)

•Prepare same monologue submitted for prescreen

•Be prepared to receive and apply adjustments during session

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Application Logistics

•Must apply to Missouri State University before scheduling audition

•Complete prescreen application through Acceptd

•Pittsburgh Unifieds: Oct 10-13, 2025 (in-person) / Oct 18-19, 2025 (virtual)

•Drewnifieds (virtual): Oct 24-26, 2025

•CAP Auditions — St. Louis: Nov 13-16, 2025

•Chicago Unifieds: Follow sponsoring organization guidelines

What's The Process

Audition Process

•Materials reviewed by faculty on rolling basis

•Not all applicants will be asked to audition — this is not a rejection

•Live prescreen events available — do not register on Acceptd until notified of results

•If attending a live prescreen event, do NOT register on Acceptd until notified of prescreen results

•Upon passing, complete Acceptd registration and receive decision within two weeks

Audition Expectations

•If you pass prescreen, you will be invited to a live audition (in-person or virtual)

•Each audition includes a friendly conversation with faculty

•Be prepared to receive and apply adjustments during your session

•Dress in clothing that reflects your authentic self — no hats please

•Zoom: Vocal assessment based on prescreen videos — live audition is monologue only

•Chicago Unifieds: Must provide own recorded accompaniment and speaker

•MSU campus: Accompanist provided — bring sheet music in correct key

•Other Unifieds: Follow sponsoring organization guidelines

Scholarship Info

Departmental Scholarships

•16 $2,000 activity scholarships awarded annually

-Distribution based on faculty recommendation

•Six $2,000 In-School Players scholarships

-Awarded via audition process held in spring

-Recipients must participate in In-School Players for a full year

Out-of-State Tuition Waivers

•Some waivers available based on need and faculty recommendation

•Must maintain 3.0 GPA to qualify

•Must reapply each semester

Application

•Complete MSU Annual Scholarship Application

•Returning students: complete Returning Student Scholarship Application by March 1

•FAFSA required by March 31 if scholarship requires proof of financial need

Academic info

Snapshot

3.71

Avg GPA (W)

91%

Admit Rate

school-wide

58%

Grad Rate

13.3K

Enrollment

$50K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Average Annual Cost

$17,613

after typical aid

In-State Tuition

$9,502

before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$18,770

before aid

Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.

$0-30k$13,718

$30-48k$13,529

$48-75k$14,905

$75-110k$18,770

$110k+$20,576

View full data on College Scorecard

Program Recognition

•Dual accreditation by NAST and NASM — one of few programs holding both

•Ranked among North America’s top pre-Broadway training programs by CollegeXpress

Training

•Conservatory-style curriculum integrating acting, singing, and dance within a liberal arts framework

•Four musical theatre productions annually plus Tent Theatre, MSU’s Actors’ Equity summer repertory company (est. 1963, AEA since 2008)

•Approximately 15 students admitted per year

Notable Alumni

•Kyle Dean Massey — Broadway’s Pippin, Wicked, Company

•Kendra Kassebaum — Broadway’s Glinda in Wicked, Come From Away, Rent, Assassins

•Nathan Tysen — Tony-nominated lyricist (Paradise Square, The Great Gatsby on Broadway/West End)

•Janae Hammond — Broadway cast of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Professional Development

•Senior Showcase in New York City or Los Angeles

•Three-year transfer degree plan available

Verified Recent Class Sizes

•Class of 2030: 12 students

•Class of 2029: 26 students

•Class of 2028: 28 students

Updated May 27, 1:16 AM

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