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BA Theatre Arts

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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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BA Theatre Arts

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study Abroad

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BA Theatre Arts

Performance

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study Abroad

Training

Training in text, character, scene study, period styles, and heightened language using contemporary acting techniques

Musical Theatre coursework available including Voice for Musical Theatre, Musical Theatre Workshop, and American Musical Theatre

Speech for the Stage focuses on vocal health, clarity, and presence

Movement training connects the body to story, space, and ensemble

Devising Theatre course for creating original collaborative work

Notable Alumni

Alumni include Emmy Award-winning actors and Broadway professionals

Professional Development

Senior Seminar capstone sharpens audition skills and career preparation

Degree Flexibility

The Mindful Performer elective blends yoga, meditation, and consent practices

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.55

Admit rate

62%

school-wide

Grad rate

72%

Enrollment

6.1K

Earnings

$58K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$8,572

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$19,172

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$31,329

Before aid

Average net price

$18,809

After aid

Costs · newpaltz.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 20, 2:54 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Training in text, character, scene study, period styles, and heightened language using contemporary acting techniques

Musical Theatre coursework available including Voice for Musical Theatre, Musical Theatre Workshop, and American Musical Theatre

Speech for the Stage focuses on vocal health, clarity, and presence

Movement training connects the body to story, space, and ensemble

Devising Theatre course for creating original collaborative work

Notable Alumni

Alumni include Emmy Award-winning actors and Broadway professionals

Professional Development

Senior Seminar capstone sharpens audition skills and career preparation

Degree Flexibility

The Mindful Performer elective blends yoga, meditation, and consent practices

Program Highlights

Training

Training in text, character, scene study, period styles, and heightened language using contemporary acting techniques

Musical Theatre coursework available including Voice for Musical Theatre, Musical Theatre Workshop, and American Musical Theatre

Speech for the Stage focuses on vocal health, clarity, and presence

Movement training connects the body to story, space, and ensemble

Devising Theatre course for creating original collaborative work

Notable Alumni

Alumni include Emmy Award-winning actors and Broadway professionals

Professional Development

Senior Seminar capstone sharpens audition skills and career preparation

Degree Flexibility

The Mindful Performer elective blends yoga, meditation, and consent practices

Key Info

Enrollment Term

University AppApplication

Apply

Common App School Website

Fee

$50

Deadline

Early ActionNov 15, 2026

Fall General AdmissionMay 1, 2027

Freshmen · newpaltz.edu

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.

Songs

Option B Song Requirement

One 16-bar song cut paired with one monologue

An accompanist is provided for song selections

Monologues

Two Contrasting Monologues or One Monologue + Song

Prepare two previously rehearsed contrasting monologues

OR one monologue and a 16-bar song cut

Accompanist provided for song selections

Additional Materials

Resume

Required; upload or bring a current resume to your audition

Theatre · newpaltz.edu

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply to the university via Common App or the SUNY New Paltz application

No separate program application portal required

Enrollment

Students may apply as undecided and declare a concentration after admission

What's The Process

Audition Expectations

Perform two contrasting monologues, or one monologue and a 16-bar song cut

Accompanist provided for song selections

Contact: dohertyc@newpaltz.edu

Scholarship Info

Concentration-Specific

Dr. Beverly M. Brumm Endowed Scholarship — annual non-renewable award for a Performance concentration student entering senior year

Department Scholarships

Arthur Bruce Bennett Drama Scholarship — for sophomores or juniors with 2.5+ GPA who have made a distinguished contribution to drama

Edwin A. Ulrich Theatre Scholarship — for juniors or seniors with 2.5+ GPA who are Mid-Hudson Valley residents

Joe and Jean Badalucco Outstanding Achievement Theatre Scholarship — for a junior showing dedicated work ethic and active department involvement

Travel Scholarships

Professor Raymond T. Kurdt Endowed Student Travel Scholarship — supports attendance at design and technology conferences such as USITT

Professor Frank Kraat Endowed Student Travel Scholarship — supports attendance at the London Theatre Seminar

Joseph C. Paparone Endowed Student Travel Scholarship — supports attendance at performance festivals such as the Humana Festival and KCACTF

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.55

Admit rate

62%

school-wide

Grad rate

72%

Enrollment

6.1K

Earnings

$58K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$8,572

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$19,172

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$31,329

Before aid

Average net price

$18,809

After aid

Costs · newpaltz.edu College Scorecard

Training

Training in text, character, scene study, period styles, and heightened language using contemporary acting techniques

Musical Theatre coursework available including Voice for Musical Theatre, Musical Theatre Workshop, and American Musical Theatre

Speech for the Stage focuses on vocal health, clarity, and presence

Movement training connects the body to story, space, and ensemble

Devising Theatre course for creating original collaborative work

Notable Alumni

Alumni include Emmy Award-winning actors and Broadway professionals

Professional Development

Senior Seminar capstone sharpens audition skills and career preparation

Degree Flexibility

The Mindful Performer elective blends yoga, meditation, and consent practices

Updated Aug 20, 2:54 PM