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University of North Carolina School of the Arts

Winston-Salem, NC

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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Selective25-40 Students

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Selective25-40 Students

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BFA Drama

Acting

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Selective25-40 Students

Training

Rigorous four-year conservatory combining intensive coursework with full production seasons

Curriculum includes voice, movement, acting, mask, stage combat, verse, singing, dance, and accents/dialects

Third year introduces full performance schedule including Shakespeare program

Fourth year includes classical and contemporary plays plus at least one musical

Notable Alumni

Anthony Mackie — Captain America franchise, The Hurt Locker

Mary-Louise Parker — Tony, Emmy and Golden Globe winner (Weeds, Proof)

Tom Hulce — Oscar-nominated for Amadeus

Anna Camp — True Blood, Pitch Perfect, Broadway's Equus

Dane DeHaan — Chronicle, Oppenheimer, The Amazing Spider-Man 2

Joe Mantello — two-time Tony Award-winning director

Jennifer Ehle — Tony Award-winning actress

Professional Development

Senior showcases in New York and Los Angeles for agents, casting directors and artistic directors

"Keys to the Kingdom" year-long project encouraging artistic entrepreneurship

Master classes in audition technique, TV/film camera work, cold readings and resume preparation

Verified Recent Class Sizes

Class of 2030: 31 students

Class of 2025: 34 students

Class of 2024: 34 students

School Info

Snapshot

3.60

Avg GPA (W)

30%

Admit Rate

school-wide

78%

Grad Rate

945

Enrollment

$38K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$9,701

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$27,841

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$27,398

Before aid

Average Net Price

$14,906

After aid

Cost Attendance Budgets College.Pdf · uncsa.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Sep 3, 8:48 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Rigorous four-year conservatory combining intensive coursework with full production seasons

Curriculum includes voice, movement, acting, mask, stage combat, verse, singing, dance, and accents/dialects

Third year introduces full performance schedule including Shakespeare program

Fourth year includes classical and contemporary plays plus at least one musical

Notable Alumni

Anthony Mackie — Captain America franchise, The Hurt Locker

Mary-Louise Parker — Tony, Emmy and Golden Globe winner (Weeds, Proof)

Tom Hulce — Oscar-nominated for Amadeus

Anna Camp — True Blood, Pitch Perfect, Broadway's Equus

Dane DeHaan — Chronicle, Oppenheimer, The Amazing Spider-Man 2

Joe Mantello — two-time Tony Award-winning director

Jennifer Ehle — Tony Award-winning actress

Professional Development

Senior showcases in New York and Los Angeles for agents, casting directors and artistic directors

"Keys to the Kingdom" year-long project encouraging artistic entrepreneurship

Master classes in audition technique, TV/film camera work, cold readings and resume preparation

Verified Recent Class Sizes

Class of 2030: 31 students

Class of 2025: 34 students

Class of 2024: 34 students

Program Highlights

Training

Rigorous four-year conservatory combining intensive coursework with full production seasons

Curriculum includes voice, movement, acting, mask, stage combat, verse, singing, dance, and accents/dialects

Third year introduces full performance schedule including Shakespeare program

Fourth year includes classical and contemporary plays plus at least one musical

Notable Alumni

Anthony Mackie — Captain America franchise, The Hurt Locker

Mary-Louise Parker — Tony, Emmy and Golden Globe winner (Weeds, Proof)

Tom Hulce — Oscar-nominated for Amadeus

Anna Camp — True Blood, Pitch Perfect, Broadway's Equus

Dane DeHaan — Chronicle, Oppenheimer, The Amazing Spider-Man 2

Joe Mantello — two-time Tony Award-winning director

Jennifer Ehle — Tony Award-winning actress

Professional Development

Senior showcases in New York and Los Angeles for agents, casting directors and artistic directors

"Keys to the Kingdom" year-long project encouraging artistic entrepreneurship

Master classes in audition technique, TV/film camera work, cold readings and resume preparation

Verified Recent Class Sizes

Class of 2030: 31 students

Class of 2025: 34 students

Class of 2024: 34 students

Key Info

Enrollment Term

University AppApplication

Apply

School Website

Fees

Domestic Fee

$95

International Fee

$130

Deadline

Final Application Deadline (all schools except Filmmaking)Jan 15, 2027

Main · uncsa.edu

Program AppApplication

Order

The university application must be submitted before the audition.

Deadline

Application DeadlineJan 20, 2027

Auditions

On-Campus (Winston-Salem)

Jan 9–10 & 16–17, 2027Feb 6, 2027

NYC (Ripley Grier Studios)Jan 21–24, 2027

Chicago (Hyatt Regency)Jan 28–31, 2027

Virtual (Zoom)Feb 13 & 20, 2027

Index · uncsa.edu

Audition Requirements

Songs

Requirements

One (1) Song

16 bars of a song performed without accompaniment

The audition song must come from published musical

Pitch pipe (or a pitch pipe app) is allowed

Monologues

Requirements

Three (3) Monologues

Each monologue should stand on its own

Pieces must be from published plays

One (1) classical monologue, preferably Shakespeare or one of his contemporaries

Two (2) contemporary monologues, 20th century or beyond

No monologues or speeches from movies or generic monologue books

Please avoid accents and dialects other than your own or of your heritage

Applicants are expected to have read the entire play and understand the context and circumstances from which the character is speaking

Additional Materials

Resume

Artistic experience and educational objectives

Headshot

A photo that looks like you; selfies are acceptable

Artistic Statement

Two-page statement expressing your interests, goals, and other information providing insight into your work

Include your full name on the document

This document may be used if you are recommended for scholarship consideration

Letters of Recommendation

Two letters

One from an arts instructor

One from an academic instructor

Index · uncsa.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Deadline to apply for the 2027-28 school year is January 20, 2027

Required documents must be uploaded at least two weeks prior to scheduled audition

Application fee: $95 (domestic) / $130 (international)

Fee waivers available via SAT, ACT, or NACAC Fee Waiver Request

If applying to two UNCSA art schools, a second application and fee are required

What's The Process

Audition Process

Scheduling begins in November on a first come, first serve basis

Information sessions: 9-10:30 a.m. (morning auditions) or 2-3:30 p.m. (afternoon auditions)

Virtual audition links provided 48 hours in advance

Audition Expectations

Taped/pre-recorded auditions are not accepted; all auditions are live

The monologues and song must not exceed a duration total of six (6) minutes

Be prepared for a short interview following the audition

On the day of audition, applicants attend a faculty-hosted Information Session about the School of Drama (guardians welcome)

Applicants are asked to bring a headshot and resume if available

Decisions

Released in early March after all candidates have been reviewed

Scholarship Info

Kenan Excellence Scholarship — full tuition, required fees, room and board for up to five incoming students across all UNCSA arts schools (renewable for four years, nominated by deans)

Joe Mantello Endowed Scholarship for Drama

Additional talent-based and need-based scholarships awarded through the audition process

School Info

Snapshot

3.60

Avg GPA (W)

30%

Admit Rate

school-wide

78%

Grad Rate

945

Enrollment

$38K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$9,701

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$27,841

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$27,398

Before aid

Average Net Price

$14,906

After aid

Cost Attendance Budgets College.Pdf · uncsa.edu College Scorecard

Training

Rigorous four-year conservatory combining intensive coursework with full production seasons

Curriculum includes voice, movement, acting, mask, stage combat, verse, singing, dance, and accents/dialects

Third year introduces full performance schedule including Shakespeare program

Fourth year includes classical and contemporary plays plus at least one musical

Notable Alumni

Anthony Mackie — Captain America franchise, The Hurt Locker

Mary-Louise Parker — Tony, Emmy and Golden Globe winner (Weeds, Proof)

Tom Hulce — Oscar-nominated for Amadeus

Anna Camp — True Blood, Pitch Perfect, Broadway's Equus

Dane DeHaan — Chronicle, Oppenheimer, The Amazing Spider-Man 2

Joe Mantello — two-time Tony Award-winning director

Jennifer Ehle — Tony Award-winning actress

Professional Development

Senior showcases in New York and Los Angeles for agents, casting directors and artistic directors

"Keys to the Kingdom" year-long project encouraging artistic entrepreneurship

Master classes in audition technique, TV/film camera work, cold readings and resume preparation

Verified Recent Class Sizes

Class of 2030: 31 students

Class of 2025: 34 students

Class of 2024: 34 students

Updated Sep 3, 8:48 PM