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Training

•Blends classical technique with contemporary practice across scene study, voice, movement, and audition preparation

•Extensive performance opportunities in Klein Theatre and Studio 115 (student-managed black box)

•All majors enroll in theatre practicum each semester for hands-on production experience

Notable Alumni

•Judge Reinhold — actor known for Beverly Hills Cop, Fast Times at Ridgemont High, and The Santa Clause franchises

•Ilona Dulaski ('64) — 50+ year career as actor and singer; credits at Signature Theatre, Kennedy Center, and TV's Homicide: Life on the Street

•Desiree Marie Velez — actor with credits including Super Mario Brothers, HBO's Oz, and Matlock

Professional Development

•Internship connections with Kennedy Center, Ford's Theatre, Arena Stage, Signature Theatre, and New York Theatre Workshop

•Guest artists program brings working professionals to campus for workshops and mentorship

School Info

Snapshot

3.75

Avg GPA (W)

80%

Admit Rate

school-wide

66%

Grad Rate

3.6K

Enrollment

$61K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$15,968

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$30,020

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$35,734

Before aid

Average Net Price

$20,667

After aid

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Program Highlights

Training

•Blends classical technique with contemporary practice across scene study, voice, movement, and audition preparation

•Extensive performance opportunities in Klein Theatre and Studio 115 (student-managed black box)

•All majors enroll in theatre practicum each semester for hands-on production experience

Notable Alumni

•Judge Reinhold — actor known for Beverly Hills Cop, Fast Times at Ridgemont High, and The Santa Clause franchises

•Ilona Dulaski ('64) — 50+ year career as actor and singer; credits at Signature Theatre, Kennedy Center, and TV's Homicide: Life on the Street

•Desiree Marie Velez — actor with credits including Super Mario Brothers, HBO's Oz, and Matlock

Professional Development

•Internship connections with Kennedy Center, Ford's Theatre, Arena Stage, Signature Theatre, and New York Theatre Workshop

•Guest artists program brings working professionals to campus for workshops and mentorship

Program Highlights

Training

•Blends classical technique with contemporary practice across scene study, voice, movement, and audition preparation

•Extensive performance opportunities in Klein Theatre and Studio 115 (student-managed black box)

•All majors enroll in theatre practicum each semester for hands-on production experience

Notable Alumni

•Judge Reinhold — actor known for Beverly Hills Cop, Fast Times at Ridgemont High, and The Santa Clause franchises

•Ilona Dulaski ('64) — 50+ year career as actor and singer; credits at Signature Theatre, Kennedy Center, and TV's Homicide: Life on the Street

•Desiree Marie Velez — actor with credits including Super Mario Brothers, HBO's Oz, and Matlock

Professional Development

•Internship connections with Kennedy Center, Ford's Theatre, Arena Stage, Signature Theatre, and New York Theatre Workshop

•Guest artists program brings working professionals to campus for workshops and mentorship

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Deadline

Early DecisionNov 1, 2026

Early ActionNov 15, 2026

Regular DecisionFeb 1, 2027

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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.

Monologues

Requirements

•Two Contrasting MONOLOGUES, 60-90 sec each

•One monologue from a published play or written by a professional writer

•One contrasting monologue from a play featuring heightened language

-Interpret "heightened language" broadly

•May submit as a single video or two separate videos

Additional Materials

Resume

•Required current resume highlighting all creative activities

Headshot

•Required current headshot

Slate Video

•Optional video, about 10 seconds, stating your name and titles of pieces in the required videos

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

•In person by scheduling a campus visit

•In person at a regional event (VTA, Virginia Thespian Festival, USITT, Pittsburgh Unified, MARCAS, SETC)

•Online via the BFA Materials Submission Form

•Complete a university application first (UMW Application is free; Common App has fee or approved waiver)

•Then submit BFA supplemental materials via one of the options above

•Submit video links rather than uploading files — include your name in the video description

•If links are password-protected, include the password in the "What should we know" text box

What's The Process

Audition Expectations

•Submit supplemental materials for faculty review — no formal audition stage

•Materials may be submitted in person (campus visit or regional event) or online via BFA Materials Submission Form

•Submit links to video files rather than uploading

•Include your name in the video description

•If password-protected, include the password in the "What should we know" text box

Scholarship Info

Department Awards

•Theatre & Dance offers merit-based awards to continuing students active in the production program

•Award size and criteria vary

University Scholarships

•UMW automatically considers applicants for university scholarships

School Info

Snapshot

3.75

Avg GPA (W)

80%

Admit Rate

school-wide

66%

Grad Rate

3.6K

Enrollment

$61K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$15,968

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$30,020

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$35,734

Before aid

Average Net Price

$20,667

After aid

Official source College Scorecard

Training

•Blends classical technique with contemporary practice across scene study, voice, movement, and audition preparation

•Extensive performance opportunities in Klein Theatre and Studio 115 (student-managed black box)

•All majors enroll in theatre practicum each semester for hands-on production experience

Notable Alumni

•Judge Reinhold — actor known for Beverly Hills Cop, Fast Times at Ridgemont High, and The Santa Clause franchises

•Ilona Dulaski ('64) — 50+ year career as actor and singer; credits at Signature Theatre, Kennedy Center, and TV's Homicide: Life on the Street

•Desiree Marie Velez — actor with credits including Super Mario Brothers, HBO's Oz, and Matlock

Professional Development

•Internship connections with Kennedy Center, Ford's Theatre, Arena Stage, Signature Theatre, and New York Theatre Workshop

•Guest artists program brings working professionals to campus for workshops and mentorship

Updated 3h ago