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In-Person or Virtual

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Training

Integrated training in voice, acting, and dance with individualized coaching

Repertoire spans Sondheim to Pasek & Paul, classics to cutting-edge new works

Performance opportunities in Klein Theatre and Studio 115 (student-managed black box)

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

Anissa Felix ('13) — Broadway credits include Summer: The Donna Summer Musical, Sunset Boulevard, and Motown The Musical; TV credits include Netflix's Survival of the Thickest

Natalie Joy Johnson ('00) — Broadway credits include Legally Blonde, Kinky Boots, and Lempicka; toured as Paulette in Legally Blonde

Alicia Austin ('16) — costume designer whose credits include Only Murders in the Building, Bupkis, and Babes; Princess Grace Theater Award recipient

Devin Day ('10) — Broadway stage manager with credits including The Humans, Hillary and Clinton, 1776, and Grey House

Professional Development

Build versatility required to succeed across the full spectrum of musical theatre

Internship connections with Kennedy Center, Ford's Theatre, Signature Theatre, and Williamstown Theatre Festival

Students have recently found work or internships through UMW at Wolf Trap, Virginia Repertory Theatre, The Shakespeare Theatre, Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, and Studio Theatre

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

Cost Of Attendance · umw.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 20, 3:25 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Integrated training in voice, acting, and dance with individualized coaching

Repertoire spans Sondheim to Pasek & Paul, classics to cutting-edge new works

Performance opportunities in Klein Theatre and Studio 115 (student-managed black box)

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

Anissa Felix ('13) — Broadway credits include Summer: The Donna Summer Musical, Sunset Boulevard, and Motown The Musical; TV credits include Netflix's Survival of the Thickest

Natalie Joy Johnson ('00) — Broadway credits include Legally Blonde, Kinky Boots, and Lempicka; toured as Paulette in Legally Blonde

Alicia Austin ('16) — costume designer whose credits include Only Murders in the Building, Bupkis, and Babes; Princess Grace Theater Award recipient

Devin Day ('10) — Broadway stage manager with credits including The Humans, Hillary and Clinton, 1776, and Grey House

Professional Development

Build versatility required to succeed across the full spectrum of musical theatre

Internship connections with Kennedy Center, Ford's Theatre, Signature Theatre, and Williamstown Theatre Festival

Students have recently found work or internships through UMW at Wolf Trap, Virginia Repertory Theatre, The Shakespeare Theatre, Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, and Studio Theatre

Program Highlights

Training

Integrated training in voice, acting, and dance with individualized coaching

Repertoire spans Sondheim to Pasek & Paul, classics to cutting-edge new works

Performance opportunities in Klein Theatre and Studio 115 (student-managed black box)

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

Anissa Felix ('13) — Broadway credits include Summer: The Donna Summer Musical, Sunset Boulevard, and Motown The Musical; TV credits include Netflix's Survival of the Thickest

Natalie Joy Johnson ('00) — Broadway credits include Legally Blonde, Kinky Boots, and Lempicka; toured as Paulette in Legally Blonde

Alicia Austin ('16) — costume designer whose credits include Only Murders in the Building, Bupkis, and Babes; Princess Grace Theater Award recipient

Devin Day ('10) — Broadway stage manager with credits including The Humans, Hillary and Clinton, 1776, and Grey House

Professional Development

Build versatility required to succeed across the full spectrum of musical theatre

Internship connections with Kennedy Center, Ford's Theatre, Signature Theatre, and Williamstown Theatre Festival

Students have recently found work or internships through UMW at Wolf Trap, Virginia Repertory Theatre, The Shakespeare Theatre, Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, and Studio Theatre

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

University AppApplication

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School Website Common App

Deadline

Early DecisionNov 1, 2026

Early ActionNov 15, 2026

Regular DecisionFeb 1, 2027

Undergraduate Application · umw.edu

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School Website

Musical Theatre · cas.umw.edu

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.

Songs

Two contrasting songs, 60-90 sec each

One musical theatre song from any period

One additional song that contrasts the first; any period or genre is allowed

A second musical theatre song is permitted

May submit the two songs as a single video or as two separate videos

May include a slate in this video or submit a separate slate video

Monologues

One monologue, 60-90 sec recommended

From a published play written by a professional writer

May include a slate in this video or submit a separate slate video

Dance

Movement or dance video, about 60-90 seconds

Feature your best version of movement or dance

Any style is allowed

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

Musical Theatre · cas.umw.edu

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, etc.

Online via the BFA Materials Submission Form

Complete a university application first; UMW Application has no application fee, while Common App requires a 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 or file name

If links are password-protected, include the password in the form note 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 or file name

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

Cost Of Attendance · umw.edu College Scorecard

Training

Integrated training in voice, acting, and dance with individualized coaching

Repertoire spans Sondheim to Pasek & Paul, classics to cutting-edge new works

Performance opportunities in Klein Theatre and Studio 115 (student-managed black box)

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

Anissa Felix ('13) — Broadway credits include Summer: The Donna Summer Musical, Sunset Boulevard, and Motown The Musical; TV credits include Netflix's Survival of the Thickest

Natalie Joy Johnson ('00) — Broadway credits include Legally Blonde, Kinky Boots, and Lempicka; toured as Paulette in Legally Blonde

Alicia Austin ('16) — costume designer whose credits include Only Murders in the Building, Bupkis, and Babes; Princess Grace Theater Award recipient

Devin Day ('10) — Broadway stage manager with credits including The Humans, Hillary and Clinton, 1776, and Grey House

Professional Development

Build versatility required to succeed across the full spectrum of musical theatre

Internship connections with Kennedy Center, Ford's Theatre, Signature Theatre, and Williamstown Theatre Festival

Students have recently found work or internships through UMW at Wolf Trap, Virginia Repertory Theatre, The Shakespeare Theatre, Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company, and Studio Theatre

Updated Aug 20, 3:25 PM