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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
No Interview
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required
Program Highlights
INTERDISCIPLINARY TRAINING
•Dance technique classes and singing lessons every semester
•Foundational courses in acting, music theory, rehearsal methods, and auditioning
•Described as more intense than other college theatre programs due to consistent dance and voice training
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•Cast as early as first year of enrollment
•All BFA majors required to audition for every main-stage production
•Season includes classic musicals, contemporary musicals, operettas, cabarets, musical revues, and workshops
FACULTY
•Program Head: J. Austin Eyer
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Apply atapplytexas.org
Deadlines
PriorityFeb 15, 2026
Rolling
Fee
$75Waiver
Program AppApplication
Apply atAcceptd
Audition Requirements
Monologues
ONE CONTEMPORARY MONOLOGUE
•From a published play
•1 minute in length
Songs
TWO CONTRASTING MUSICAL THEATRE PIECES, 16-32 bars each
•Should show range, storytelling, and variety
•Contrasting styles recommended
Additional Materials
HEADSHOT
•Professional headshot required at time of audition
RESUME
•Theatre resume required at time of audition
Good to Know
AUDITION PORTAL
•Submit audition materials via Acceptd
ENROLLMENT
•BFA Musical Theatre is an audition-only concentration
What's The Process
AUDITION FORMAT
•Self-tape, in person, or hybrid combination
•Audition window: September 15 through May 31
HOW TO APPLY
•Step 1: Apply and be accepted to UTA
•Step 2: Submit audition via Acceptd
CONTACT
•musicaltheatre@uta.edu
•J. Austin Eyer: austin.eyer@uta.edu | (817) 272-2670
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Academic School Information
3.37
Avg GPA (W)
81%
Admit Rate
55%
Grad Rate
30,834
Enrollment
$63,199
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$11,728
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$29,660
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$15,235
after typical aid
Average annual cost is often lower than tuition because it accounts for grants and scholarships most students receive. It includes tuition, room & board, books, and supplies.
Annual Cost by Family Income
Family Income $0 - $30k$13,535
Family Income $30k - $48k$13,225
Family Income $48k - $75k$14,602
Family Income $75k - $110k$20,025
Family Income $110k+$22,617
