Program
Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredNo InterviewIn-Person or VirtualHighly Selective25-40 StudentsUniversity App Required
Program Characteristics
Prescreen Required
Audition Required
No Interview
Highly Selective
25-40 Students
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•Top 10 most represented colleges on Broadway (#4 for 2023-2024 season)
•One of the 13 best musical theater colleges in America (Backstage.com 2025)
TRAINING & FACULTY
•Conservatory-style program in NYC, the musical theater capital
•Faculty are working industry professionals
•4-year curriculum covering acting, voice, dance, and synthesis training
•Artist-in-Residence program with Broadway professionals
ALUMNI
•Graduates performing on Broadway, national tours, TV and film
Expert Tips
The due date for the Pace academic application for potential performing arts majors is December 1. The prescreen is due January 3. Make sure you get the academic application in on time, otherwise you won't be able to audition.
Pace MT is known to have one of the more difficult dance calls of the season! Get ready!
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Deadlines
Early DecisionNov 1, 2025
Early ActionNov 15, 2025
Early Action IIDec 1, 2025
Regular DecisionFeb 15, 2026
Fee
$50Waiver
Waived for Westchester campus applicants
Program AppApplication
Apply atAcceptd
Deadlines
Application DeadlineDec 1, 2025
PrescreenJan 3, 2026
Fee
$90Waiver
Code 02pace25 waives fee for subsequent program submissions — you only pay once
Prescreen Requirements
Songs
TWO CONTRASTING SONG SELECTIONS, each 60-90 seconds
•One should be a ballad and one should be an up-tempo
•Songs can be from any time period and any style
•At least one should be from the musical theater canon
•When selecting contrasting songs, show two different vocal qualities, textures, or skills
•Must sing to live or recorded accompaniment (no a cappella)
Monologues
1 CONTEMPORARY MONOLOGUE (written after 1945)
•From a published full-length play
•Under 90 seconds
•Cannot be from musicals, television shows, or movies
Dance
•1 dance solo using provided choreography
•School strongly encourages using their choreography but will accept different submission if needed
•Choreography can be adapted for physical abilities and skill level
•Pace-specific dance can be found in the Resources tab on their Acceptd page
Wildcard / Special Skill (Optional)
•Optional "wild card" video/media
-Special skill, interesting story, passion speech, instrument, etc.
-"What do you want us to know about you?"
-"What makes you unique?"
Additional Materials
•HEADSHOT or photo
•resume
•Wild card video (optional) - special skill, story, passion speech, instrument, etc.
Callback Requirements
Songs
TWO CONTRASTING SONGS, each under 1 minute
•Can be the same or different from prescreen
Monologues
1 CONTEMPORARY MONOLOGUE
•Can be the same or different from prescreen
Dance
DANCE CALL
•All candidates participate in a group dance call
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Must submit Pace Application for Admission by December 1 before uploading audition materials
•Pace Application ID required for Acceptd profile (found in confirmation email, NOT Common App ID)
SUBMISSION RULES
•May submit prescreens to multiple programs with one fee
•Only one submission per program allowed — no resubmissions
•Applicants encouraged to submit prescreen early
EARLY DECISION
•All Sands College majors are eligible for Early Decision (binding)
•ED applicants must complete FAFSA by October 15
•ED applicants must complete in-person audition or interview by December 1
What's The Process
PRESCREEN
•Callbacks issued on rolling basis after faculty review
•Notification via Acceptd within two weeks of submission
LIVE AUDITION
•In-person auditions recommended, limited virtual options available
•Students select first and second choice callback dates on Acceptd submission
•No individual feedback provided on prescreen or audition
Scholarship Info
MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS
•Merit-based scholarships up to $33,000 annually
•Artistic scholarships awarded through audition or portfolio review
HOLISTIC REVIEW (Fall 2026+)
•Institutional scholarships determined through holistic review process
•Considers artistic talent, academic achievement, and financial need
•Distinct from scholarship process used for other Pace academic programs
Program info updated Mar 29, 2:47 AM
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•Top 10 most represented colleges on Broadway (#4 for 2023-2024 season)
•One of the 13 best musical theater colleges in America (Backstage.com 2025)
TRAINING & FACULTY
•Conservatory-style program in NYC, the musical theater capital
•Faculty are working industry professionals
•4-year curriculum covering acting, voice, dance, and synthesis training
•Artist-in-Residence program with Broadway professionals
ALUMNI
•Graduates performing on Broadway, national tours, TV and film
Updated Mar 29, 2:47 AM
Academic School Information
3.30
Avg GPA
76%
Admit Rate
61%
Grad Rate
7,665
Enrollment
$70,378
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$53,290
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$30,892
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$26,473
Family Income $30k - $48k$26,362
Family Income $48k - $75k$28,467
Family Income $75k - $110k$31,219
Family Income $110k+$36,430
