University of Central Florida
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Program Characteristics
Prescreen Required
Audition Required
No Interview
In-Person or Virtual
Highly Selective
12-24 Students
University App Required
MTCP ParticipantProgram Highlights
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•NAST-accredited program
•UCF Department of Theatre is one of 11 Educational Affiliates of Estill Voice International worldwide
•No more than 16 students accepted per year (at most 64 MT majors total)
TRAINING APPROACH
•Conservatory training within a liberal arts university
•Rigorous course sequence in acting, voice, dance, music theory, and piano
•Methodologies include Meisner, Stanislavski, Estill Voice Training, ballet, and jazz
•Senior year capstone industry showcase: Knight to Shine
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•Theatre UCF produces ~6 shows per year — all BFA MT majors required to audition, including freshmen
•Spring dance concert participation
•Student-produced work: 10-minute play festivals, one-act festivals, improv groups
•Summer Pegasus PlayLab festival (optional)
CAREER PREPARATION
•Required professional internship before graduation (regional theatre, summer stock, dinner theatres, theme parks)
•Master classes and guest artist visits from industry professionals
•Located in Orlando — proximity to Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, and active regional theatre scene
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Abby Jaros — Performer (Hamilton, Broadway Tour)
•Justin Matthew Sargent — Performer (Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark, Rock of Ages, Broadway)
•Jerusha Cavazos — Performer (The Prom, Broadway)
•Parker Slaybaugh — Broadway Performer (Holiday Inn)
•Ben Hope — Broadway Performer (Once)
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atSchool Website
Deadlines
Early ActionOct 15, 2026
Regular DecisionMay 1, 2027
Fee
$30Waiver
Program AppApplication
Apply atAcceptd
Deadline
Acceptd SubmissionJan 12, 2026
Auditions
On-Campus CallbackJan 24, 2026
On-Campus CallbackJan 31, 2026
On-Campus CallbackFeb 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 A:
-One monologue from a published play or professional writer
-60-90 seconds
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 B:
-Ballet video optional
Wildcard / Special Skill (Optional)
OPTIONAL WILD CARD, 60-90 sec
•This media can be ANYTHING — a special skill, an interesting story about yourself, a passion speech, an instrument you play, etc.
•No need to slate in wild card media
•Use this to show your personality and what makes you unique
Submission Specifications
GENERAL
•Each piece filmed/uploaded as a SEPARATE piece of media — no continuous videos
•Standard recording devices accepted (smartphones, tablets, etc.)
•Adhere to Acceptd video, file, and image size restrictions
SONG FRAMING
•One song in full frame, one in close-up (top of head to chest) — student's choice
DANCE FRAMING
•Full frame shot — keep entire person in frame at all times
Additional Materials
HEADSHOT (required)
•8×10 color headshot
RESUME (required)
•Theatre-related experience
SLATE VIDEO (required)
•Record one introduction video stating your name (and pronouns if desired)
•Speak loudly, clearly, and directly at the camera
•No need to slate individual performance videos — label each video with your name and title of the piece
TRANSCRIPTS (if applicable)
•Transfer students or dual enrollment students must upload unofficial transcripts from other institutions
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Submit prescreen via Acceptd
•Separate university application required through UCF Undergraduate Admissions
•Do not need to wait for UCF acceptance before submitting Acceptd audition
MTCP
•Program participates in Musical Theater Common Prescreen
•Song: Option B, Monologue: Option A, Dance: Option A, Ballet: Option B (optional), Wild Card: optional
ELIGIBILITY
•Summer or Fall start required — students are NOT accepted to begin theatre courses in Spring
•All BFA students accepted on provisional basis first year; faculty evaluates continuation (no formal cut system)
•Cannot receive full offer until accepted by the university
MULTI-PROGRAM APPLICANTS
•Use coupon code 02ucf22 when applying to a second undergraduate program on Acceptd
FEE ASSISTANCE
•Acceptd fee waivers available — contact Acceptd directly or program coordinator for assistance
What's The Process
PRESCREEN
•Submit all materials via Acceptd
•Submissions open September 8, 2025
•Final deadline: January 12, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern
•Submissions reviewed periodically
•No submissions monitored during UCF Winter Break (December 1, 2025 – January 4, 2026)
CALLBACK
•Select students invited to on-campus callbacks
•Callback notification by January 16, 2026
•Three callback dates: January 24, January 31, and February 14, 2026 (Saturdays)
•Students choose the date that best fits their schedule
•Not all students will be called back — some may be accepted directly from video submissions
NOTIFICATION
•Acceptance typically offered by mid-March
•Contact: Michael D. Jablonski (michael.jablonski@ucf.edu)
Scholarship Info
DEPARTMENTAL SCHOLARSHIPS
•Awarded on basis of talent and potential (not need)
•Competition based on audition, portfolio review, interview, recommendations, GPA, and theatre participation
•Recipients must work 4 hours weekly (60 hours/semester) and maintain 3.0 Theatre GPA
NAMED SCHOLARSHIPS
•Patrick McMahan Memorial Scholarship — for BFA Musical Theatre majors with 3.0+ GPA; separate application, essay, and letter of recommendation required
•Diane and Lawrence Wink Theatre Scholarship — juniors/seniors with 3.5+ Theatre GPA
•Tom Begley/Lani Harris Memorial Scholarship — separate application and essay required
•Mark Brotherton Memorial Scholarship — one full-time junior or senior theatre major (up to $1,000); 3.0+ GPA; preference given to BFA students
ADDITIONAL AID
•Out-of-State Tuition Waivers available
•Talent Grant Scholarships awarded by faculty based on departmental contribution and talent
Program info updated 1 week ago
Academic School Information
4.16
Avg GPA (W)
40%
Admit Rate
75%
Grad Rate
59,095
Enrollment
$58,308
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$6,368
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$22,467
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$10,650
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$6,170
Family Income $30k - $48k$7,610
Family Income $48k - $75k$10,684
Family Income $75k - $110k$15,473
Family Income $110k+$17,821
