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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Transfer Out

Degree Flexibility

Foundational two-year degree leading to bachelor's programs at UNG or Brenau University

Transfer options include BFA Acting, BFA Musical Theatre, BFA Design & Technology, and BA Theatre

Introduction to acting, stagecraft, script analysis, and theatre history

Gainesville Theatre Alliance

Cross-university collaboration between UNG and Brenau University

Access to professionally-produced mainstage productions

Gainesville campus location

School Info

Snapshot

3.40

Avg GPA (W)

68%

Admit Rate

school-wide

37%

Grad Rate

16.1K

Enrollment

$50K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$6,970

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$22,960

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$26,500

Before aid

Average Net Price

$9,823

After aid

Estimated Costs For Financial Aid · ung.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 1, 3:29 PM

Program Highlights

Degree Flexibility

Foundational two-year degree leading to bachelor's programs at UNG or Brenau University

Transfer options include BFA Acting, BFA Musical Theatre, BFA Design & Technology, and BA Theatre

Introduction to acting, stagecraft, script analysis, and theatre history

Gainesville Theatre Alliance

Cross-university collaboration between UNG and Brenau University

Access to professionally-produced mainstage productions

Gainesville campus location

Program Highlights

Degree Flexibility

Foundational two-year degree leading to bachelor's programs at UNG or Brenau University

Transfer options include BFA Acting, BFA Musical Theatre, BFA Design & Technology, and BA Theatre

Introduction to acting, stagecraft, script analysis, and theatre history

Gainesville Theatre Alliance

Cross-university collaboration between UNG and Brenau University

Access to professionally-produced mainstage productions

Gainesville campus location

Key Info

Enrollment Term

University AppApplication

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Fee

$40

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School Website

Opens

Aug 1, 2026

Auditions

GTA Audition and Portfolio Review (UNG-Gainesville)

Nov 7, 2026Apr 17, 2027

GTA Audition and Portfolio Review (Brenau University)Feb 13, 2027

Admissions Auditions · gainesvilletheatrealliance.org

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Schedule audition/interview via the GTA application portal

University application via Common App or GAFutures

Eligibility

Gainesville campus only

Foundational two-year degree for transfer into bachelor's programs at UNG or Brenau University

BFA Acting, BFA Musical Theatre, BFA Theatre Design & Technology (at Brenau)

BA Theatre (at Brenau)

Transfer Pathway

This is a transfer pathway degree built to transfer into a four-year program. Confirm which universities it articulates to, and which credits carry over, before you enroll.

What's The Process

Audition Expectations

Currently accepting virtual submissions only

May also audition/interview at SETC, ThesCon, or Georgia Theatre Conference

Requirements vary by intended bachelor's degree track

Acting Interest

Two 60-second contrasting monologues from plays (not monologue books or films)

Bring two copies of headshot and resume

Musical Theatre Interest

Two 45-60-second contrasting musical theatre song selections -- prepare full versions and additional performance-ready repertoire

One 45-60-second monologue from a play (not monologue books or films)

Dance call: jazz/MT combination (group format, ~1 hour) -- no prior dance experience required

Bring sheet music for accompanist, dance shoes and clothing, and two copies of headshot and resume

Design & Technology Interest

Portfolio of design and technical theatre work (may include studio artwork, photography, or other relevant projects)

Resume focused on design/technical theatre experience

Interview about professional goals

Contact

Recruitment@GainesvilleTheatreAlliance.org

Scholarship Info

Scholarships awarded based on talent, commitment, and academic performance

Determined through audition or interview process

School Info

Snapshot

3.40

Avg GPA (W)

68%

Admit Rate

school-wide

37%

Grad Rate

16.1K

Enrollment

$50K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$6,970

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$22,960

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$26,500

Before aid

Average Net Price

$9,823

After aid

Estimated Costs For Financial Aid · ung.edu College Scorecard

Degree Flexibility

Foundational two-year degree leading to bachelor's programs at UNG or Brenau University

Transfer options include BFA Acting, BFA Musical Theatre, BFA Design & Technology, and BA Theatre

Introduction to acting, stagecraft, script analysis, and theatre history

Gainesville Theatre Alliance

Cross-university collaboration between UNG and Brenau University

Access to professionally-produced mainstage productions

Gainesville campus location

Updated Aug 1, 3:29 PM