Program
Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredNo InterviewIn-Person or VirtualHighly Selective25-40 StudentsUniversity App RequiredMTCP Participant
Program Characteristics
Prescreen Required
Audition Required
No Interview
Highly Selective
25-40 Students
University App Required
MTCP ParticipantProgram Highlights
FACULTY & TRAINING
•Faculty possess a combined century of Broadway, Off-Broadway, and national touring experience
•Performance lies at the heart of learning with theory put to practice on campus
PRODUCTIONS & OPPORTUNITIES
•Abundance of mainstage and student-led productions alongside performance groups
•Opportunity to spend a semester in Los Angeles with industry professionals
LOCATION & INDUSTRY ACCESS
•Close proximity to New York City — the epicenter of American musical theater
•Culminates in showcases for agents and casting directors in New York and Los Angeles
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Colby Dezelick ’16 — Broadway: Miss Saigon, Anastasia; National Tour: Frozen
•Ron Orbach ’74 — Broadway: Chicago, Dance of the Vampires, Never Gonna Dance
•Russell Fischer ’08 — Broadway: Jersey Boys (Joey/standby Frankie Valli); The Doo Wop Project
•Kelly Prendergast ’18 — National Tour: Waitress
•Rosie Webber ’16 — National Tour: Fiddler on the Roof
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Deadlines
Early ActionNov 15, 2025
PriorityJan 15, 2026
Rolling
Fee
$60Waiver
Waived for campus visitors
Program AppApplication
Apply atSchool Website
Deadline
Nov 15, 2025
Auditions
On-CampusDec 13, 2025
On-CampusJan 17, 2026
Regional Unified Auditions (New York)Jan 24–25, 2026
Live VirtualJan 31, 2026
Audition Registration Fee
$50
Non-refundable, collected at time of registration
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 B:
-Ballet video optional
Wildcard / Special Skill (Optional)
•Optional Wild Card Video - opportunity to show your personality or share something about you. Can be ANYTHING you want - a special skill, an interesting story about yourself, a passion speech, an instrument you play, etc. Examples: singing or playing an original composition, performing your own SNL-styled skit, sharing a hobby, performing in another language, playing an instrument, making a how-to video, showing different dance styles
Additional Materials
REQUIRED MATERIALS
•SLATE VIDEO: State your name (and pronouns if desired), speak loudly and clearly, no longer than 10 seconds
•Artistic resume
•HEADSHOT (for live virtual auditions upload to dashboard, for other auditions bring physical copy)
LABELING
•Label each video file with piece title, show/playwright, and your first & last name
Callback Requirements
Songs
LIVE AUDITION SONGS
•You may sing the same songs from your prescreen or choose different songs entirely
•You may be asked to sing only one of your selections
•Be prepared to sing something pop or contemporary if asked
•Off-campus and virtual auditions require recorded track/accompaniment
Monologues
SAME MONOLOGUE AS PRESCREEN
•Prepare your same monologue from your prescreen video
Additional Materials
•For in-person auditions, bring a physical copy of your HEADSHOT and resume
•For virtual auditions, upload to Be A Bronc Applicant Dashboard
Good to Know
APPLICATION TIMELINE
•Submit academic application via Common App before uploading prescreen materials
•Dashboard access arrives 2-3 business days after application receipt
PRESCREEN SUBMISSION
•Upload prescreen materials to Be A Bronc Applicant Dashboard by November 15
•Grace period: materials accepted until November 20
•Students cannot be considered for BFA Musical Theatre if materials are not uploaded by November 20
MTCP
•Program participates in Musical Theater Common Prescreen
•Song Option C, Monologue Option A, Dance Option B, Ballet Option B
What's The Process
PRESCREEN:
•Results available within 3 to 4 weeks after complete submission
•If you pass: Register for audition via Be A Bronc Applicant Dashboard
•If you do not pass: Contacted by Office of Admission via email — still eligible for non-artistic review
LIVE AUDITION:
•Must attend a live audition for BFA Musical Theatre
•Off-campus and virtual auditions require recorded track/accompaniment
•You will not receive academic acceptance prior to your audition
RESULTS:
•Students notified late February or early March regarding academic and artistic decision
Scholarship Info
•Merit-based scholarships considered as part of admissions process
•Complete application and audition by January 15 for maximum scholarship consideration
Program info updated Mar 27, 2:32 AM
FACULTY & TRAINING
•Faculty possess a combined century of Broadway, Off-Broadway, and national touring experience
•Performance lies at the heart of learning with theory put to practice on campus
PRODUCTIONS & OPPORTUNITIES
•Abundance of mainstage and student-led productions alongside performance groups
•Opportunity to spend a semester in Los Angeles with industry professionals
LOCATION & INDUSTRY ACCESS
•Close proximity to New York City — the epicenter of American musical theater
•Culminates in showcases for agents and casting directors in New York and Los Angeles
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Colby Dezelick ’16 — Broadway: Miss Saigon, Anastasia; National Tour: Frozen
•Ron Orbach ’74 — Broadway: Chicago, Dance of the Vampires, Never Gonna Dance
•Russell Fischer ’08 — Broadway: Jersey Boys (Joey/standby Frankie Valli); The Doo Wop Project
•Kelly Prendergast ’18 — National Tour: Waitress
•Rosie Webber ’16 — National Tour: Fiddler on the Roof
Updated Mar 27, 2:32 AM
Academic School Information
3.49
Avg GPA (W)
79%
Admit Rate
62%
Grad Rate
3,106
Enrollment
$62,208
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$41,120
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$24,792
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$15,824
Family Income $30k - $48k$18,090
Family Income $48k - $75k$22,119
Family Income $75k - $110k$28,445
Family Income $110k+$31,574
