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Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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In-Person or VirtualMTCP Participant

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BFA Musical Theatre

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Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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BFA Theatre

Performance & Production

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No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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25-40 StudentsStudy AbroadTransfer In Friendly

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BFA Theatre

Film Production

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No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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40+ StudentsStudy AbroadTransfer In Friendly

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BFA Theatre

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No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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40+ StudentsStudy AbroadTransfer In FriendlyEC-12Teacher Cert

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BFA Theatre

Technical Production

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No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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40+ StudentsStudy AbroadTransfer In Friendly

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BA Theatre

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No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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Study AbroadTransfer In Friendly

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BFA Dance

Performance and Choreography

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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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In-Person Only

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Selective12-24 StudentsStudy AbroadTransfer In Friendly

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BFA Dance

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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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In-Person Only

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Selective12-24 StudentsStudy AbroadTransfer In Friendly6-12Teacher Cert

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BA Dance

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No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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Study AbroadTransfer In Friendly

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BFA Acting for Stage & Screen

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Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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In-Person or Virtual

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BFA Dance Studies

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No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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BFA Musical Theatre

ProgramOfficial Program Page

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Admissions

Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or VirtualMTCP Participant

Program profile

Ultra-Selective12-24 StudentsStudy Abroad

Training

•Holistic, wellness-centered training with emphasis on work-life balance

•Personalized artist development rejecting "one size fits all" model

•Customizable tracks: choreography, music direction, producing, and directing

•Ranked top 25 globally by The Hollywood Reporter

Notable Alumni

•Anna Uzele — Broadway: Six, New York New York; TV: Dear Edward (Apple TV+)

•Stephen Brower — Broadway: Lempicka, Anastasia; Tours: Pippin, An American in Paris

•Rachel Webb — Broadway/National Tour: & Juliet

•Ashlyn Maddox — Broadway: Parade

•Gianna Yanelli — Broadway: SIX

•Jacob Burns — Broadway: SMASH; National Tour: Hamilton

•Jorrel Javier — Broadway: The Lightning Thief; Tour: Hamilton

Professional Development

•Musical Development Lab collaborating with Broadway professionals

•Study abroad in London & Stratford, England

•Senior Showcase in professional venues

Value

•"Last-Dollar" scholarship initiative creating tuition-free experience for first-time freshmen

Verified Recent Class Sizes

•Class of 2030: 14 students

•Class of 2029: 14 students

•Class of 2028: 12 students

•Class of 2026: 16 students

School Info

Snapshot

3.35

Avg GPA (W)

89%

Admit Rate

school-wide

55%

Grad Rate

36.2K

Enrollment

$57K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$12,240

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$25,080

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$30,880

Before aid

Average Net Price

$16,805

After aid

Official source College Scorecard

Program info updated Jul 7, 6:09 AM

Program Highlights

Training

•Holistic, wellness-centered training with emphasis on work-life balance

•Personalized artist development rejecting "one size fits all" model

•Customizable tracks: choreography, music direction, producing, and directing

•Ranked top 25 globally by The Hollywood Reporter

Notable Alumni

•Anna Uzele — Broadway: Six, New York New York; TV: Dear Edward (Apple TV+)

•Stephen Brower — Broadway: Lempicka, Anastasia; Tours: Pippin, An American in Paris

•Rachel Webb — Broadway/National Tour: & Juliet

•Ashlyn Maddox — Broadway: Parade

•Gianna Yanelli — Broadway: SIX

•Jacob Burns — Broadway: SMASH; National Tour: Hamilton

•Jorrel Javier — Broadway: The Lightning Thief; Tour: Hamilton

Professional Development

•Musical Development Lab collaborating with Broadway professionals

•Study abroad in London & Stratford, England

•Senior Showcase in professional venues

Value

•"Last-Dollar" scholarship initiative creating tuition-free experience for first-time freshmen

Verified Recent Class Sizes

•Class of 2030: 14 students

•Class of 2029: 14 students

•Class of 2028: 12 students

•Class of 2026: 16 students

Program Highlights

Training

•Holistic, wellness-centered training with emphasis on work-life balance

•Personalized artist development rejecting "one size fits all" model

•Customizable tracks: choreography, music direction, producing, and directing

•Ranked top 25 globally by The Hollywood Reporter

Notable Alumni

•Anna Uzele — Broadway: Six, New York New York; TV: Dear Edward (Apple TV+)

•Stephen Brower — Broadway: Lempicka, Anastasia; Tours: Pippin, An American in Paris

•Rachel Webb — Broadway/National Tour: & Juliet

•Ashlyn Maddox — Broadway: Parade

•Gianna Yanelli — Broadway: SIX

•Jacob Burns — Broadway: SMASH; National Tour: Hamilton

•Jorrel Javier — Broadway: The Lightning Thief; Tour: Hamilton

Professional Development

•Musical Development Lab collaborating with Broadway professionals

•Study abroad in London & Stratford, England

•Senior Showcase in professional venues

Value

•"Last-Dollar" scholarship initiative creating tuition-free experience for first-time freshmen

Verified Recent Class Sizes

•Class of 2030: 14 students

•Class of 2029: 14 students

•Class of 2028: 12 students

•Class of 2026: 16 students

Key Info

Enrollment Term

University AppApplication

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Common App ApplyTexas School Website

Fee

$75

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Embark

Fee

Program Application Fee

$70

Opens

Aug 1, 2026

Deadline

Prescreen (Fall 2027)Dec 1, 2026

Letters of RecommendationJan 1, 2027

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Prescreen 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

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 A

•One monologue from a published play or professional writer

•60-90 seconds

Dance

MTCP Dance Option B

•Dance/movement video required

•Show your best version of dancing/moving

•No specific technical requirements

•60-90 seconds

Ballet

MTCP Ballet Option B

•Ballet video optional

Wildcard / Special Skill (Optional)

•(OPTIONAL) Think about the wild card section as an opportunity to show your personality or share something about you. This media can be ANYTHING you want - a special skill, an interesting story about yourself, a passion speech, an instrument you play, etc. "What do you want us to know about you?" We recommend that you keep Wild Card videos to 2 minutes or less.

Additional Materials

•HEADSHOT & resume

•SLATE VIDEO (state name, no longer than 10 seconds)

•Two letters of recommendation

Written Personal Introduction

•Maximum 1,000 words, saved as PDF

•Double-spaced, Times New Roman 14pt, 1" margins

•Header with last name and page number in upper right corner

•Indent first line of every paragraph

•First-person personal narrative addressing:

-What do you feel is special and unique about you?

-What are your strengths and weaknesses as a person and artist?

-What are your interests and hobbies outside of theatre?

-What are your artistic interests outside of performing in musicals?

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Callback Requirements

Songs

Callback Song Requirements

•Please prepare one song from the Musical Theater canon no longer than 32 bars

•Please prepare one Pop Rock song no longer than 16 bars

Monologues

Callback Acting Requirements

•Please prepare one 60 second monologue from a play, film, or television show

•Please have a second contrasting 60 second monologue prepared; faculty may ask to see it

Dance

Callback Dance Requirements

•In-person dance calls will be taught as one theatre jazz combination

•Virtual auditionees submit a dance video in place of the dance call

•Wear appropriate dance attire

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

•Submit prescreen materials via Embark portal

•Program participates in Musical Theatre Common Prescreen (2026-2027)

•See MTCP Resources page for helpful hints and FAQ

•Must apply declaring major as "Pre-Theatre" or "Theatre"

•University application must be submitted before callback scheduling

•Program application fee is separate from the university application fee

•Fee waivers available — view criteria and submit documentation via the application portal (documentation is subject to review and approval)

What's The Process

Audition Process

•Prescreens open August 1, 2026

•Prescreen deadline: December 1, 2026 (Fall 2027 entry)

•Letters of recommendation due January 1, 2027

•Callback information for the 2026-27 cycle is not yet published ("coming soon")

•Callbacks include performing callback material and participating in a work session and interview/chat

•Program overview session required

•Must have applied to the university before scheduling a callback

Scholarship Info

•'Last-Dollar' scholarship initiative designed to eliminate financial barriers for incoming musical theatre students. The scholarship covers any outstanding tuition costs following the application of federal and state financial aid, creating a tuition-free experience for first time freshmen students.

School Info

Snapshot

3.35

Avg GPA (W)

89%

Admit Rate

school-wide

55%

Grad Rate

36.2K

Enrollment

$57K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$12,240

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$25,080

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$30,880

Before aid

Average Net Price

$16,805

After aid

Official source College Scorecard

Training

•Holistic, wellness-centered training with emphasis on work-life balance

•Personalized artist development rejecting "one size fits all" model

•Customizable tracks: choreography, music direction, producing, and directing

•Ranked top 25 globally by The Hollywood Reporter

Notable Alumni

•Anna Uzele — Broadway: Six, New York New York; TV: Dear Edward (Apple TV+)

•Stephen Brower — Broadway: Lempicka, Anastasia; Tours: Pippin, An American in Paris

•Rachel Webb — Broadway/National Tour: & Juliet

•Ashlyn Maddox — Broadway: Parade

•Gianna Yanelli — Broadway: SIX

•Jacob Burns — Broadway: SMASH; National Tour: Hamilton

•Jorrel Javier — Broadway: The Lightning Thief; Tour: Hamilton

Professional Development

•Musical Development Lab collaborating with Broadway professionals

•Study abroad in London & Stratford, England

•Senior Showcase in professional venues

Value

•"Last-Dollar" scholarship initiative creating tuition-free experience for first-time freshmen

Verified Recent Class Sizes

•Class of 2030: 14 students

•Class of 2029: 14 students

•Class of 2028: 12 students

•Class of 2026: 16 students

Updated Jul 7, 6:09 AM