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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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BFA Theatre

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Training

Professional actor training program preparing students for the professional theatre world

Faculty dedicated to the growth of every student as an individual

Education of the whole artist, not just the actor

Coursework includes Acting, Stage Movement, Voice for the Actor, Audition Techniques, Period Styles, Directing, Development of Drama, Makeup, Theatre Production, Theatre History, and Dance

Performance & Productions

First-year BFA students are required to audition for mainstage shows

Extensive mock auditions held throughout the year to refine auditioning skills

Professional Development

Numerous guest directors and guest artists for master classes throughout the year

Representatives from professional companies visit for private auditions and coachings

School Info

Snapshot

3.25

Avg GPA (W)

96%

Admit Rate

school-wide

38%

Grad Rate

Enrollment

$45K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$25,216

Before aid

Average Net Price

$16,646

After aid

Tuition And Fees · shorter.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Jul 26, 1:24 AM

Program Highlights

Training

Professional actor training program preparing students for the professional theatre world

Faculty dedicated to the growth of every student as an individual

Education of the whole artist, not just the actor

Coursework includes Acting, Stage Movement, Voice for the Actor, Audition Techniques, Period Styles, Directing, Development of Drama, Makeup, Theatre Production, Theatre History, and Dance

Performance & Productions

First-year BFA students are required to audition for mainstage shows

Extensive mock auditions held throughout the year to refine auditioning skills

Professional Development

Numerous guest directors and guest artists for master classes throughout the year

Representatives from professional companies visit for private auditions and coachings

Program Highlights

Training

Professional actor training program preparing students for the professional theatre world

Faculty dedicated to the growth of every student as an individual

Education of the whole artist, not just the actor

Coursework includes Acting, Stage Movement, Voice for the Actor, Audition Techniques, Period Styles, Directing, Development of Drama, Makeup, Theatre Production, Theatre History, and Dance

Performance & Productions

First-year BFA students are required to audition for mainstage shows

Extensive mock auditions held throughout the year to refine auditioning skills

Professional Development

Numerous guest directors and guest artists for master classes throughout the year

Representatives from professional companies visit for private auditions and coachings

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

University AppApplication

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School Website

Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

Official page · apply.shorter.edu

Program AppApplication

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Microsoft Forms

Responsepage · forms.office.com

Audition Requirements

These requirements are from the Fall 2026 entry cycle. Fall 2027 requirements are typically posted between August and October and usually change only slightly — confirm on the official source before submitting.

Monologues

Two Contemporary Monologues, 1 Min Each

One contemporary comedic monologue

One contemporary dramatic monologue

Material Selection

Age-appropriate material

Must be extracted from a larger work, preferably a play; screenplays are acceptable

Additional Materials

Questionnaire (Required)

Transcript (Required)

Submit official transcripts to Shorter University before the audition/interview

Scores / GPA (When Required)

SAT/ACT scores must be on file before the audition/interview when required by Shorter

Responsepage · forms.office.com

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Submit the Shorter university application at apply.shorter.edu

Submit the Theatre and Musical Theatre audition application through Microsoft Forms

Complete the university admission file before the audition/interview

Enrollment

Rolling university admissions; no application fee listed by Shorter

Private Baptist university with a faith-based mission

What's The Process

Audition Process

Audition required for BFA Theatre admission

Auditions are scheduled individually after Shorter receives the completed audition application

On-site auditions are preferred; video submissions are acceptable

All auditions/interviews are closed to the public

Admission to the School of Fine and Performing Arts depends on a satisfactory audition/interview

Scheduling

Public FAQ notes three spring auditions for fall enrollment and one November audition for spring enrollment

Required items must be received no later than two weeks before the audition/interview

Audition/interview times are scheduled first-come based on receipt of the completed audition application

Contact

School of Fine & Performing Arts office: 706-233-7488

Email: audition@groups.shorter.edu

Scholarship Info

Theatre Scholarships

Scholarship auditions available through the Department of Theatre

Apply via the audition application on the department page

School Info

Snapshot

3.25

Avg GPA (W)

96%

Admit Rate

school-wide

38%

Grad Rate

Enrollment

$45K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$25,216

Before aid

Average Net Price

$16,646

After aid

Tuition And Fees · shorter.edu College Scorecard

Training

Professional actor training program preparing students for the professional theatre world

Faculty dedicated to the growth of every student as an individual

Education of the whole artist, not just the actor

Coursework includes Acting, Stage Movement, Voice for the Actor, Audition Techniques, Period Styles, Directing, Development of Drama, Makeup, Theatre Production, Theatre History, and Dance

Performance & Productions

First-year BFA students are required to audition for mainstage shows

Extensive mock auditions held throughout the year to refine auditioning skills

Professional Development

Numerous guest directors and guest artists for master classes throughout the year

Representatives from professional companies visit for private auditions and coachings

Updated Jul 26, 1:24 AM