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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
Interview Required
In-Person Only
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING
•Conservatory-style training within a BA framework
•Coursework in acting methods, directing, musical theatre performance, stage dialects, and period styles
•Significant on-stage experience by end of first year through vigorous production season
PERFORMANCE VENUES
•600-seat Montgomery Auditorium (proscenium)
•90-seat black-box Playhouse
•200-seat Visual and Performing Arts Center
GRADUATE OUTCOMES
•Alumni working in national touring companies and regional theatres
•Graduates accepted to top MFA programs in acting, directing, and musical theatre
Key Info
Program AppApplication
Auditions
Theatre Audition Day (Montgomery Auditorium, concurrent with SE LIVE)Nov 19, 2025
Theatre Audition Day (Montgomery Auditorium)Feb 21, 2026
Theatre Audition Day (Theatre Playhouse)Apr 11, 2026
Audition Requirements
Monologues
ONE MONOLOGUE
•Comedic or dramatic
•Approximately 1 minute long
Songs
ONE SONG, 32 bars
•Musical theatre, classical, or contemporary style
•Must be accompanied — no a cappella
•Bring your own accompaniment (tracks or accompanist)
Wildcard / Special Skill
N/A
Additional Materials
•HEADSHOT (if available)
•RESUME (if available)
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply for university admission at se.edu/apply ($30 fee)
•Schedule a separate theatre audition through the department
AUDITION DATES (2025-26)
•November 19, 2025 (concurrent with SE LIVE)
•February 21, 2026
•April 11, 2026
ENROLLMENT
•Fall enrollment recommended
What's The Process
AUDITION FORMAT
•In-person company audition on campus
•Monologue performance followed by 32-bar song (accompanied)
•Faculty interview following the performance
•Campus tour of theatre spaces included
•Class preview may be included
CONTACT
•Schedule auditions through the department website
Scholarship Info
Scholarships available - contact program for details
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Academic School Information
3.42
Avg GPA (W)
80%
Admit Rate
33%
Grad Rate
3,031
Enrollment
$45,079
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$7,200
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$16,410
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$6,352
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$6,043
Family Income $30k - $48k$5,189
Family Income $48k - $75k$7,686
Family Income $75k - $110k$9,962
