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No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewScholarship PortfolioUniversity App Required

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In-Person or Virtual

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BA Theatre

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewScholarship PortfolioUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study AbroadTransfer In Friendly

Program Recognition

#5 Theatre Program in the Country (The Princeton Review, 2026)

#4 Performing Arts Program in PA (Niche.com, 2025)

93% of graduates working or enrolled six months after graduation

Top 10% ROI among U.S. colleges, 20 years out

Training

Award-winning productions and visiting artist residencies through Baker Artist-in-Residence Program

Diverse range of productions from experimental blackbox theatre to large-scale musicals

Students explore acting, directing, design, stage management, playwriting, and performance studies

Small classes and close faculty mentorship in a collaborative, supportive environment

Study Abroad

Study abroad at Theatre Academy London and Accademia dell'Arte in Italy

Department of Theatre and Dance integrates with music, dance, and other disciplines

School Info

Snapshot

3.55

Avg GPA (W)

72%

Admit Rate

school-wide

82%

Grad Rate

1.7K

Enrollment

$69K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$67,988

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$87,696

Before aid

Average Net Price

$28,905

After aid

Tuition And Fees · muhlenberg.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 22, 7:47 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

#5 Theatre Program in the Country (The Princeton Review, 2026)

#4 Performing Arts Program in PA (Niche.com, 2025)

93% of graduates working or enrolled six months after graduation

Top 10% ROI among U.S. colleges, 20 years out

Training

Award-winning productions and visiting artist residencies through Baker Artist-in-Residence Program

Diverse range of productions from experimental blackbox theatre to large-scale musicals

Students explore acting, directing, design, stage management, playwriting, and performance studies

Small classes and close faculty mentorship in a collaborative, supportive environment

Study Abroad

Study abroad at Theatre Academy London and Accademia dell'Arte in Italy

Department of Theatre and Dance integrates with music, dance, and other disciplines

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

#5 Theatre Program in the Country (The Princeton Review, 2026)

#4 Performing Arts Program in PA (Niche.com, 2025)

93% of graduates working or enrolled six months after graduation

Top 10% ROI among U.S. colleges, 20 years out

Training

Award-winning productions and visiting artist residencies through Baker Artist-in-Residence Program

Diverse range of productions from experimental blackbox theatre to large-scale musicals

Students explore acting, directing, design, stage management, playwriting, and performance studies

Small classes and close faculty mentorship in a collaborative, supportive environment

Study Abroad

Study abroad at Theatre Academy London and Accademia dell'Arte in Italy

Department of Theatre and Dance integrates with music, dance, and other disciplines

Key Info

Enrollment Term

University AppApplication

Apply

Common App

Deadline

Early DecisionNov 16, 2026

Early ActionDec 1, 2026

Regular DecisionFeb 1, 2027

Application Instructions For First Year Students · muhlenberg.edu

Program AppApplication

Audition

Theatre & Dance Spotlight & Audition DayOct 24, 2026

Theatre And Dance Talent Scholarship Auditions · muhlenberg.edu

Scholarship Audition, Interview, and Portfolio Requirements

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

Songs

Optional Musical Theatre Song, 32 Bars

May replace one of the two monologues for the Acting option

From musical theatre repertoire

In-person auditions require recorded accompaniment on your phone

Monologues

Acting Option

Two contrasting monologues, 4 min total max

Memorized and from published plays

Read the full plays your monologues are from

Avoid accents

Alternative Option

One monologue plus one 32-bar musical theatre song

Additional Materials

Theatre Resume

Required for virtual audition/interview submissions

Optional Portfolio

Directing/Playwriting applicants may share playwriting samples, prompt books, production photos, or production materials

Design, Technology & Stage Management applicants may share drawings, renderings, production photos, or creative projects

Portfolio materials are welcome but not required

Theatre And Dance Talent Scholarship Auditions · muhlenberg.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply via Common App; Muhlenberg has no application fee

Scholarship audition registration/submission is handled through Muhlenberg Admissions, not Acceptd or SlideRoom

Important Notes

Talent scholarship auditions/interviews do not replace an Admissions interview - schedule both separately

Students do not need to major in theatre or dance to be considered for a scholarship

High school juniors are encouraged to wait until senior year to audition

Transfer Pathway

Muhlenberg publishes community-college transfer pathways for AA/AS graduates into its bachelor's programs. Transfer coursework is reviewed through Muhlenberg's transfer-credit process for applicability to the BA Theatre degree.

Transfer · muhlenberg.edu

What's The Process

Audition Process

Scholarship audition/interview only - not required for program admission

In-person Theatre Spotlight Day preferred; virtual audition or portfolio review available if unable to attend

Choose an acting audition, Directing/Playwriting interview, Design/Technology/Stage Management portfolio review, or a combination

Acting Audition

Two contrasting monologues, memorized, totaling no more than 4 minutes (read the plays the monologues are from; avoid accents)

OR one monologue and one song (32 bars) from musical theatre repertoire

Recorded accompaniment required for in-person audition (music on your phone)

Directing or Playwriting Interview

Prepare a resume

Optional portfolio materials: playwriting samples, prompt books, production photos, or production materials

May also perform an acting audition in addition to the interview

Design, Technology & Stage Management Interview

Portfolio materials welcome but not required (drawings, renderings, production photos, or creative projects)

May combine a design interview with an acting or directing audition

Virtual Submissions

Upload theatre resume through the Virtual Audition Form

Video or portfolio links must be viewable through YouTube, Google Drive, or another hosting service

Spotlight Day

Take sample classes with faculty

Meet current students and tour Theatre and Dance facilities

Audition or interview for talent scholarship consideration

Contact

Theatredance@muhlenberg.edu

Scholarship Info

Talent Scholarships

Theatre and Dance Talent Scholarships available

Audition or interview required for scholarship consideration

Strong talent scholarship audition can improve admissions profile

Do not need to major in theatre or dance to be considered

School Info

Snapshot

3.55

Avg GPA (W)

72%

Admit Rate

school-wide

82%

Grad Rate

1.7K

Enrollment

$69K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$67,988

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$87,696

Before aid

Average Net Price

$28,905

After aid

Tuition And Fees · muhlenberg.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

#5 Theatre Program in the Country (The Princeton Review, 2026)

#4 Performing Arts Program in PA (Niche.com, 2025)

93% of graduates working or enrolled six months after graduation

Top 10% ROI among U.S. colleges, 20 years out

Training

Award-winning productions and visiting artist residencies through Baker Artist-in-Residence Program

Diverse range of productions from experimental blackbox theatre to large-scale musicals

Students explore acting, directing, design, stage management, playwriting, and performance studies

Small classes and close faculty mentorship in a collaborative, supportive environment

Study Abroad

Study abroad at Theatre Academy London and Accademia dell'Arte in Italy

Department of Theatre and Dance integrates with music, dance, and other disciplines

Updated Aug 22, 7:47 PM