SUNY Geneseo
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
No Interview
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required
Program Highlights
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•Designed for students who want to combine MT with other academic interests
•Flexibility to double major, add electives, or explore higher-level liberal arts courses
•Integrates musical theatre and liberal arts for diverse career paths
TRAINING & PRODUCTIONS
•Pre-professional training in voice, acting, and dance
•Performance opportunities each semester on campus
•Coursework includes tap, partnering, hip-hop, Fosse, leaps & turns, and more
•Audition preparation course (Musical Theatre Performance III)
CAMPUS ENVIRONMENT
•Small class sizes with individualized attention and personalized feedback
•Faculty are working industry professionals
•Strong liberal arts honors college setting
Key Info
University AppApplication
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Deadlines
Early ActionNov 15, 2025
PriorityMar 1, 2026
Fee
$50Waiver
Program AppApplication
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Auditions
In-Person Audition (Geneseo, NY)Jan 16, 2026
In-Person Audition (Geneseo, NY)Feb 13, 2026
In-Person Audition (Geneseo, NY)Feb 27, 2026
Audition Requirements
Songs
TWO 32-BAR MUSICAL THEATRE SONGS
•One song must be written before 1970
•One song must be a ballad
•Both songs must be memorized
•Must sing to musical accompaniment — no a cappella
ACCOMPANIMENT
•In-person: pianist provided
•Virtual: collaborate with a pianist or use a karaoke/piano track
ADDITIONAL OPTION
•Students with significant classical training may present an art song or aria in addition to the two prepared songs
Monologues
TWO CONTRASTING MONOLOGUES
•One comedic and one dramatic
•Each piece under 1.5 minutes
•Both must be memorized
MATERIAL SELECTION
•Select characters within 5 years of your current age
•No period requirement
Dance
DANCE COMPONENT
•In-person: group dance call
•Virtual: 30–45 second clip of a style of your choice
-Styles may include ballet, jazz, modern, tap, hip-hop, or a combination from a musical theatre production
ATTIRE
•Wear appropriately fitted dance or athletic clothes
Wildcard / Special Skill
N/A
Additional Materials
HEADSHOT
•Current headshot or photo required
resume
•Performance resume required
Good to Know
DEADLINES
•Recommended audition deadline: March 6, 2026 for fall entry
•Transfer students for spring: submit by November 14, 2025
•Late auditions still considered — contact the department
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Must apply for admission to the college via Common App or SUNY Application
•Must also complete a separate audition for acceptance to the MT major
ENROLLMENT
•Fall and spring entry available
What's The Process
AUDITION FORMAT
•Three parts: voice, acting, and dance
•Must demonstrate ability in all three areas
•Virtual and in-person auditions are both accepted
VIRTUAL AUDITIONS
•Accepted on a rolling basis and reviewed monthly
•Submit via the virtual audition form on the school website
PLACEMENT EXAMS
•Music theory and sight-singing placement exams scheduled at in-person audition or later for virtual candidates
CONTACT
•Don Kot, Coordinator of Musical Theatre
•donkot@geneseo.edu | (585) 245-6193
Program info updated 5 days ago
Academic School Information
3.63
Avg GPA (W)
64%
Admit Rate
73%
Grad Rate
3,855
Enrollment
$67,316
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$8,966
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,206
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$18,021
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$9,369
Family Income $30k - $48k$12,591
Family Income $48k - $75k$15,180
Family Income $75k - $110k$17,850
Family Income $110k+$23,488
