University of Central Oklahoma
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
No Interview
In-Person Only
University App Required
Program Highlights
NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED PROGRAM
•Ranked among the top 10 BM Musical Theatre programs in the nation (OnStage Blog)
•NASM-accredited program within an All-Steinway School
•Part of UCO's College of Fine Arts and Design
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Caleb Barnett — Broadway cast of "Aladdin"
•Erin Clemons — "Hamilton" on Broadway and North American tour
•Jay Krottinger — Grammy-winning producer for "Come From Away," "Pippin," "Waitress," and "The Outsiders"
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•Two mainstage musicals per year
•Two spotlight musicals as part of the Jazz Lab Production Series
•Productions range from new works to classics
TRAINING
•Intensive coursework in voice, dance, and acting
•Courses include music theory, aural skills, piano, stage make-up, musical theatre history, directing, stagecraft, and applied voice
•Faculty are seasoned performers and directors with professional experience
Key Info
Audition Requirements
Songs
AUDITION SONGS
•Prepare selected vocal pieces to demonstrate your musical strengths
•Audition helps determine program placement and scholarship eligibility
Wildcard / Special Skill
N/A
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply to UCO through the university application portal
•No separate application deadline — rolling admissions
•Audition is required for acceptance into the BM Musical Theatre program
ENROLLMENT
•125 credit hours required for degree completion
•Two years of a second language in high school recommended
SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE
•Incoming full-time freshmen — February 1
What's The Process
AUDITION PROCESS
•On-campus auditions are held on scheduled dates throughout the year
•Auditions are supportive and welcoming — designed to show your musical strengths
•Audition helps determine placement and may qualify you for scholarships
AUDITION DATES
•Check the CFAD auditions page for current audition dates
•Musical Theatre auditions are held separately from general music auditions
CONTACT
•UCO College of Fine Arts and Design: 405-974-3771
•Email: cfad@uco.edu
Scholarship Info
•CFAD awards more than $150,000 in scholarships annually
•Over 90 scholarship opportunities available
•Audition performance may qualify students for music scholarships
•Scholarship deadline for incoming freshmen: February 1
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Academic School Information
3.50
Avg GPA (W)
82%
Admit Rate
36%
Grad Rate
10,132
Enrollment
$48,351
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$8,522
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,409
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$18,990
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$16,012
Family Income $30k - $48k$16,695
Family Income $48k - $75k$20,039
Family Income $75k - $110k$23,781
Family Income $110k+$24,282
