Murray State University
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
ACCREDITATION
•Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST)
TRAINING & CURRICULUM
•Musical Theatre track within the BA/BS Theatre degree
•Core theatre training in acting, movement, voice, design, directing, and theatre history
•Musical theatre dance and jazz dance coursework included
STUDENT LIFE
•Home to Sock and Buskin — the oldest student organization on campus
•Campus Lights — the longest-running student-produced and performed musical in the South
Key Info
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Deadlines
Priority (Fall)Mar 1, 2026
Priority (Spring)Oct 1, 2026
Fee
$40
Good to Know
ENROLLMENT
•Fall and spring enrollment available
•University application fee: $40
What's The Process
ADMISSION
•No audition required for the BA/BS Theatre Musical Theatre track
•Admission is through the university application process
•Students with a high school unweighted GPA of 2.75 or higher are admitted
Scholarship Info
TALENT SCHOLARSHIPS
•Departmental scholarships available through the College of Humanities and Fine Arts
•Apply for university scholarships by February 8
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Academic School Information
3.58
Avg GPA (W)
86%
Admit Rate
59%
Grad Rate
6,646
Enrollment
$44,737
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$9,708
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,452
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$9,121
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$5,594
Family Income $30k - $48k$5,703
Family Income $48k - $75k$9,616
Family Income $75k - $110k$13,423
Family Income $110k+$14,282
