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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study Abroad

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BA/BS Musical Theatre

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study Abroad

Training

Music, theatre, and dance housed in a single department for cross-disciplinary collaboration

Musical productions every season and opera every other year

200+ performance opportunities annually across 6 venues

Professional Development

Alumni performing with Cirque du Soleil, on cruise ships, and in film and television

Summer internships at Williamstown Theatre Festival, Glimmerglass, Santa Fe Opera, American Repertory Theater

Facilities

Pablo Center at the Confluence with two theaters, recording studio, and recital space

Haymarket Landing arts-focused residence hall across from Pablo Center

Study Abroad

Annual NYC spring break immersion with plays, musicals, and professional shadowing

Study abroad and National Student Exchange available

School Info

Snapshot

3.56

Avg GPA (W)

82%

Admit Rate

school-wide

64%

Grad Rate

8.9K

Enrollment

$59K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$10,207

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$20,273

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$23,765

Before aid

Average Net Price

$16,550

After aid

Estimated Cost Attendance · uwec.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Sep 4, 12:17 AM

Program Highlights

Training

Music, theatre, and dance housed in a single department for cross-disciplinary collaboration

Musical productions every season and opera every other year

200+ performance opportunities annually across 6 venues

Professional Development

Alumni performing with Cirque du Soleil, on cruise ships, and in film and television

Summer internships at Williamstown Theatre Festival, Glimmerglass, Santa Fe Opera, American Repertory Theater

Facilities

Pablo Center at the Confluence with two theaters, recording studio, and recital space

Haymarket Landing arts-focused residence hall across from Pablo Center

Study Abroad

Annual NYC spring break immersion with plays, musicals, and professional shadowing

Study abroad and National Student Exchange available

Program Highlights

Training

Music, theatre, and dance housed in a single department for cross-disciplinary collaboration

Musical productions every season and opera every other year

200+ performance opportunities annually across 6 venues

Professional Development

Alumni performing with Cirque du Soleil, on cruise ships, and in film and television

Summer internships at Williamstown Theatre Festival, Glimmerglass, Santa Fe Opera, American Repertory Theater

Facilities

Pablo Center at the Confluence with two theaters, recording studio, and recital space

Haymarket Landing arts-focused residence hall across from Pablo Center

Study Abroad

Annual NYC spring break immersion with plays, musicals, and professional shadowing

Study abroad and National Student Exchange available

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

University AppApplication

Apply

Common App School Website

Fee

$25

Opens

Aug 1, 2026

Deadline

Regular DecisionFeb 1, 2027

Regular DecisionRolling

First Year Application · uwec.edu

Program AppApplication

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School Website

Opens

Sep 15, 2026

Auditions

Audition Day

Jan 20, 2027Feb 13, 2027Mar 6, 2027

Music And Theatre Arts Program Auditions · uwec.edu

Audition Requirements

Songs

Requirements

Two Memorized Song EXCERPTS, 32 bars each

One up-tempo from the musical theatre repertoire

One ballad from the musical theatre repertoire

Folk songs, spirituals, and popular songs are not allowed

In-person: live accompaniment required (department provides free of charge with 2 weeks notice)

Virtual: pre-recorded or live accompaniment accepted (must be audible)

Memorization required

Suggested Repertoire

Singer's Musical Theatre Anthology (Hal Leonard)

Vocal scores of complete musicals

Sight-Singing

Sight-singing example provided during the audition

Additional Materials

Letters of Recommendation

1 letter from a high school music director or appropriate music instructor

Submit the recommendation through the Gold for Blugolds audition application at least one week prior to audition date

Sheet Music

Needed only if using the department pianist

Submit as PDF at least 2 weeks before audition

Upload to Gold for Blugolds application or email to musthe53@uwec.edu

Music And Theatre Arts Program Auditions · uwec.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply to UW-Eau Claire via Common App or UW System portal

Activate your UWEC account after applying

Complete audition application via Gold for Blugolds

Online audition applications open September 15 each year

Registration closes two weeks prior to each audition date

You may audition before receiving university acceptance decision

University acceptance is required for final program admission

What's The Process

Audition Expectations

In-person preferred; virtual option available for long-distance students

Audition addresses three areas: admission, piano placement, and scholarship

Check-in at Haas Fine Arts Center (121 Water Street, Eau Claire)

Morning informational meeting with faculty and parent sessions

Warm-up rooms available after morning meeting

Arrive at audition room 5 minutes before assigned time

Business casual attire recommended

Virtual: submit audition videos via email

Piano and Music Theory Placement Exams are in-person only

Decisions

Scholarship and acceptance decisions announced following March auditions

Contact

Musthe53@uwec.edu or 715-836-4954

Scholarship Info

Departmental Scholarships

Close to $60,000 distributed to first-year students annually

All auditionees are automatically considered; no extra application required

Decisions announced with acceptance letters following final spring audition

School Info

Snapshot

3.56

Avg GPA (W)

82%

Admit Rate

school-wide

64%

Grad Rate

8.9K

Enrollment

$59K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$10,207

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$20,273

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$23,765

Before aid

Average Net Price

$16,550

After aid

Estimated Cost Attendance · uwec.edu College Scorecard

Training

Music, theatre, and dance housed in a single department for cross-disciplinary collaboration

Musical productions every season and opera every other year

200+ performance opportunities annually across 6 venues

Professional Development

Alumni performing with Cirque du Soleil, on cruise ships, and in film and television

Summer internships at Williamstown Theatre Festival, Glimmerglass, Santa Fe Opera, American Repertory Theater

Facilities

Pablo Center at the Confluence with two theaters, recording studio, and recital space

Haymarket Landing arts-focused residence hall across from Pablo Center

Study Abroad

Annual NYC spring break immersion with plays, musicals, and professional shadowing

Study abroad and National Student Exchange available

Updated Sep 4, 12:17 AM