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Program Characteristics
Prescreen Required
Audition Required
No Interview
In-Person or Virtual
Selective
12-24 Students
University App Required
MTCP ParticipantProgram Highlights
TRAINING & PERFORMANCE
•Professional BFA training preparing the modern actor for a career in musical theatre
•Students perform from their first semester on campus
•NAST-accredited program
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCES
•WildWind Performance Lab summer intensive
•The Marfa Intensive — 12-day devised theatre intensive in Marfa, TX
•BurkTech Players ensemble
FACILITIES
•Maedgen Theatre, Black Box Theatre, Creative Movement Studio
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Barry Corbin — Northern Exposure (2x Emmy nom.), WarGames, Lonesome Dove
•Brad Leland — Buddy Garrity on Friday Night Lights, Veep, Justified
•Andy Fickman — director of She's the Man, The Game Plan, Parental Guidance
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Apply atApplyTexas
Deadlines
PriorityDec 1, 2025
RollingMay 1, 2026
Fee
$75Waiver
Program AppApplication
Apply atAcceptd
Deadline
Acceptd SubmissionJan 31, 2026
Auditions
On-Campus Callbacks (Day 1)Feb 13, 2026
On-Campus Callbacks (Day 2)Feb 14, 2026
Prescreen Requirements
Songs
•MTCP Song Option B:
-One musical theater song from any time period
-One contrasting song of your choice (any style)
-60-90 seconds each
Monologues
•MTCP Monologue Option B:
-One contemporary monologue (written after 1950)
-One classical monologue (written before 1950, heightened language)
-60-90 seconds each
Dance
•MTCP Dance Option A:
-Dance/movement video required
-Must include at least one turn, one jump, and one kick
-Or suitable rotation, elevation, and extension
-60-90 seconds
Ballet
•MTCP Ballet Option C:
-Ballet not required
Wildcard / Special Skill (Optional)
OPTIONAL WILD CARD (per MTCP)
•Submissions should be no more than 60 seconds
•Can be ANYTHING: a special skill, an interesting story, a poem, something self-authored, an instrument you play, etc.
Submission Specifications
VIDEO FORMAT
•Each piece must be filmed and uploaded as a separate file
•Slate at the beginning of each piece with your name, title, and playwright/composer
•Songs: 3/4 shot (head to knees)
•Contemporary monologue: close-up shot (head to chest)
•Classical monologue: full body shot (head to feet)
•Dance: full body shot, form-fitting clothing
Additional Materials
HEADSHOT
THEATRE RESUME (required)
•No more than 1 page in length
WRITTEN COMPOSITION (required)
•1-2 pages in length
•Include information about your desire to pursue a BFA in Musical Theatre at Texas Tech
Good to Know
MTCP
•Program participates in Musical Theater Common Prescreen
•Song Option B, Monologue Option B, Dance Option A, Ballet Option C (not required)
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Two-step admission: must be accepted to the program AND admitted to TTU
•Submit prescreen via Acceptd (no fee)
•Submit university application separately
DEADLINES
•Priority deadline (scholarship consideration): December 1, 2025
•Final Acceptd deadline: January 31, 2026
•Applications accepted through May 1, 2026 (enrollment not guaranteed)
What's The Process
PRESCREEN
•Submit prescreen videos and materials via Acceptd
•Final submission deadline: January 31, 2026
•Applications accepted through May 1, 2026 for future consideration
CALLBACKS
•Invitation-only callbacks on campus: February 13-14, 2026
•Callback notifications sent on or before February 7, 2026
•Contact: Rachel Hirshorn-Johnston, Theatre Performance Admissions Coordinator
Scholarship Info
DEPARTMENTAL SCHOLARSHIPS
•Prescreen audition doubles as scholarship audition
•Must submit by December 1 priority deadline for scholarship consideration
•Additional university-wide scholarships available through the TTU Scholarship Webpage
Program info updated 14h ago
Academic School Information
3.62
Avg GPA (W)
71%
Admit Rate
67%
Grad Rate
32,446
Enrollment
$62,454
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$11,852
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$24,451
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$20,071
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$13,922
Family Income $30k - $48k$15,173
Family Income $48k - $75k$18,376
Family Income $75k - $110k$23,239
Family Income $110k+$24,903
