Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
•Designed for true "multi-hyphenate" artists who know no boundaries
•Accelerated BFA program — three years/two summers (eight semesters)
•Immersive training begins in first semester with individualized mentoring throughout
TRAINING
•Cross-disciplinary training with diverse, well-rounded curriculum
•Solid foundation in performance, scenic, lighting, costume design, and stage management
•Work alongside industry professionals and guest artists on both campuses
PRODUCTION OPPORTUNITIES
•Work on all aspects of mainstage and black box productions
•Two summer semesters at Okoboji Summer Theatre for professional summer stock experience
CAREER PATHS
•Individualized preparation for graduate school, teaching, starting a theatre company, or direct route into industry
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Mariah Lee — Broadway (To Kill a Mockingbird)
•Daniel Schultz — MFA FSU/Asolo; writer, actor, director, arts administrator
•Buffie Main — Alley Repertory Theatre (Director)
Key Info
Audition Requirements
•resume
•STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
Good to Know
APPLICATION PORTAL
•Submit resume and statement of purpose via Acceptd
•University application via Stephens College online application (free)
NON-AUDITION PROGRAM
•No audition or portfolio required
ELIGIBILITY
•Conservatory welcomes artists of all gender identities
•Applications open for Fall 2026 cohort
FINANCIAL AID
•Submit FAFSA to Stephens College (code 002512)
•FAFSA priority filing date: February 1
Scholarship Info
•All applicants are automatically considered for talent award scholarships
•The Promise Program provides up to four years of tuition funding for eligible full-time students whose adjusted family income does not exceed $75,000 annually
Program info updated Mar 23, 12:25 AM
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
•Designed for true "multi-hyphenate" artists who know no boundaries
•Accelerated BFA program — three years/two summers (eight semesters)
•Immersive training begins in first semester with individualized mentoring throughout
TRAINING
•Cross-disciplinary training with diverse, well-rounded curriculum
•Solid foundation in performance, scenic, lighting, costume design, and stage management
•Work alongside industry professionals and guest artists on both campuses
PRODUCTION OPPORTUNITIES
•Work on all aspects of mainstage and black box productions
•Two summer semesters at Okoboji Summer Theatre for professional summer stock experience
CAREER PATHS
•Individualized preparation for graduate school, teaching, starting a theatre company, or direct route into industry
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Mariah Lee — Broadway (To Kill a Mockingbird)
•Daniel Schultz — MFA FSU/Asolo; writer, actor, director, arts administrator
•Buffie Main — Alley Repertory Theatre (Director)
Updated Mar 23, 12:25 AM
Academic School Information
3.27
Avg GPA
77%
Admit Rate
45%
Grad Rate
391
Enrollment
$43,071
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$28,300
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$23,459
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$9,918
Family Income $30k - $48k$14,796
Family Income $48k - $75k$18,547
Family Income $75k - $110k$25,644
Family Income $110k+$29,787
