Oklahoma City University
Faith-BasedTest-Optional
Program
Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredNo InterviewIn-Person or VirtualSelectiveUniversity App Required
Program Characteristics
Prescreen Required
Audition Required
No Interview
Selective
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•One of the most music-intensive BM Music Theater programs in the country
•Consistently ranked in Playbill’s Top 10 most-represented universities on Broadway
TRAINING & PRODUCTIONS
•Rigorous music training coupled with dance, acting, performance techniques, and stagecraft
•250+ performances per year across music and theatre
•Oklahoma Opera and Music Theater Company — world’s oldest campus troupe dedicated to both opera and music theater
•Classical junior recital and MT-focused senior recital for vocal cross-training
SHOWCASE & COMMUNITY
•NYC Senior Showcase — graduating seniors audition for agents and casting directors
•Part of Wanda L. Bass School of Music — close-knit community of 350+ students
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Kristin Chenoweth — Tony Award winner (You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown), originated Glinda in Wicked
•Kelli O’Hara — Tony Award winner (The King and I), seven additional Tony nominations
•J.B. Adams — Broadway actor (Beauty and the Beast, Annie, Elf: The Musical)
Key Info
Program AppApplication
Apply atAcceptd
Deadlines
Prescreen deadline (Oct callback)Oct 1, 2025
Prescreen deadline (Jan callback)Dec 1, 2025
Competitive scholarship deadlineDec 15, 2025
Auditions
Off-Campus — Dallas, Hilton Park CitiesNov 20, 2025
On-Campus Callback (prescreen due Oct 1)Nov 20, 2025
On-Campus Callback (prescreen due Dec 1)Jan 22, 2026
Off-Campus — Chicago, Palmer HouseFeb 2, 2026
Prescreen Requirements
Songs
TWO SONGS (each 60–90 seconds, uploaded as separate files)
•One musical theater song from any time period
•One song of contrasting style from any time period (musical theater, pop, hip-hop, folk, rock, rap, soul, country, punk, etc.)
•Must sing to live or recorded accompaniment — no a cappella
Monologues
TWO CONTRASTING MONOLOGUES (each 60–90 seconds)
•One contemporary monologue (typically written after 1950) from a published play or by a professional writer
•One classical monologue (typically written before 1950) from a published play or by a professional writer
-Classical monologues should have heightened language (Shakespeare, Molière, Marlowe, Middleton, Kushner, August Wilson, etc.)
•Memorized
Dance
DANCE VIDEO (60–90 seconds)
•Dance component required as part of prescreen submission
Wildcard / Special Skill (Optional)
Optional wildcard opportunity as part of prescreen submission
Additional Materials
•Headshot
•Theatre/performance resume
Callback Requirements
Songs
TWO SONGS
•One musical theater song from any time period
•One song of contrasting style from any time period
•Not required to perform the same songs submitted for prescreening
•Must perform from memory
ACCOMPANIMENT
•Accompanist provided free of charge at on-campus audition dates
•Bring one copy of sheet music for accompanist — hole punched, in a three-ring binder
•All sheet music must be easily readable
•Brief meeting with accompanist prior to scheduled audition time
Monologues
TWO CONTRASTING MONOLOGUES
•One contemporary monologue (typically written after 1950)
•One classical monologue (typically written before 1950) with heightened language
•From published plays — memorized
•Not required to perform the same monologues submitted for prescreening
Dance
MANDATORY DANCE EVALUATION
•Combination taught on-site with warm-up time provided
•No prior dance experience necessary
•Bring a change of clothes and shoes comfortable for dancing
•Difficulty may increase for experienced dancers
What's The Process
PRESCREEN
•Prescreen via Acceptd required before invitation to live callback audition
•Submit by Oct 1 for notification by Oct 15 (eligible for November audition dates)
•Submit by Dec 1 for notification by Jan 7
APPLICATION
•Must apply to Oklahoma City University before auditioning
•Contact: ocuauditions@okcu.edu
Scholarship Info
•Performance scholarships ranging from $1,000–$10,000
•Talent awards based on audition results
•Competitive scholarship deadline: December 15
Program info updated Mar 27, 2:19 AM
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•One of the most music-intensive BM Music Theater programs in the country
•Consistently ranked in Playbill’s Top 10 most-represented universities on Broadway
TRAINING & PRODUCTIONS
•Rigorous music training coupled with dance, acting, performance techniques, and stagecraft
•250+ performances per year across music and theatre
•Oklahoma Opera and Music Theater Company — world’s oldest campus troupe dedicated to both opera and music theater
•Classical junior recital and MT-focused senior recital for vocal cross-training
SHOWCASE & COMMUNITY
•NYC Senior Showcase — graduating seniors audition for agents and casting directors
•Part of Wanda L. Bass School of Music — close-knit community of 350+ students
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Kristin Chenoweth — Tony Award winner (You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown), originated Glinda in Wicked
•Kelli O’Hara — Tony Award winner (The King and I), seven additional Tony nominations
•J.B. Adams — Broadway actor (Beauty and the Beast, Annie, Elf: The Musical)
Updated Mar 27, 2:19 AM
Academic School Information
3.83
Avg GPA
77%
Admit Rate
65%
Grad Rate
1,514
Enrollment
$54,655
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$35,648
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$22,857
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.
Family Income $0 - $30k$15,187
Family Income $30k - $48k$18,079
Family Income $48k - $75k$20,511
Family Income $75k - $110k$26,803
Family Income $110k+$29,358
