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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Moderately Selective12-24 StudentsTransfer In Friendly

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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Moderately Selective12-24 StudentsTransfer In Friendly

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BFA Musical Theatre

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Moderately Selective12-24 StudentsTransfer In Friendly

Program Recognition

NAST-accredited conservatory-styled BFA program

MTEA member (Musical Theatre Educators' Alliance)

UW-Stevens Point is the only college in Wisconsin with national accreditation in all arts programs

Training

Four years of private voice lessons

Meisner technique acting training

Comprehensive dance training: ballet, jazz, modern, tap

Musical theatre performance labs and audition preparation

Music theory, piano, voice and articulation, and MT history

Performance & Productions

Senior Showcase for casting directors, agents, and managers from across the U.S.

Professional headshot session and Chicago trip with masterclasses

Performances at Steppenwolf, Goodman, and Chicago Shakespeare Theater

Jenkins Theatre and black box Studio Theatre venues

Players student organization for creative collaboration

Notable Alumni

Laura Osnes — two-time Tony nominee; Broadway's Cinderella, Bonnie & Clyde, Grease, Bandstand

Susan Spencer — Fantine in Broadway's Les Miserables, Grizabella in Cats, national tour of Evita

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA

3.28

Admit rate

92%

school-wide

Grad rate

51%

Enrollment

7.3K

Earnings

$52K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$9,912

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$18,932

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$22,990

Before aid

Average net price

$14,559

After aid

Educational Costs · uwsp.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 27, 6:34 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NAST-accredited conservatory-styled BFA program

MTEA member (Musical Theatre Educators' Alliance)

UW-Stevens Point is the only college in Wisconsin with national accreditation in all arts programs

Training

Four years of private voice lessons

Meisner technique acting training

Comprehensive dance training: ballet, jazz, modern, tap

Musical theatre performance labs and audition preparation

Music theory, piano, voice and articulation, and MT history

Performance & Productions

Senior Showcase for casting directors, agents, and managers from across the U.S.

Professional headshot session and Chicago trip with masterclasses

Performances at Steppenwolf, Goodman, and Chicago Shakespeare Theater

Jenkins Theatre and black box Studio Theatre venues

Players student organization for creative collaboration

Notable Alumni

Laura Osnes — two-time Tony nominee; Broadway's Cinderella, Bonnie & Clyde, Grease, Bandstand

Susan Spencer — Fantine in Broadway's Les Miserables, Grizabella in Cats, national tour of Evita

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NAST-accredited conservatory-styled BFA program

MTEA member (Musical Theatre Educators' Alliance)

UW-Stevens Point is the only college in Wisconsin with national accreditation in all arts programs

Training

Four years of private voice lessons

Meisner technique acting training

Comprehensive dance training: ballet, jazz, modern, tap

Musical theatre performance labs and audition preparation

Music theory, piano, voice and articulation, and MT history

Performance & Productions

Senior Showcase for casting directors, agents, and managers from across the U.S.

Professional headshot session and Chicago trip with masterclasses

Performances at Steppenwolf, Goodman, and Chicago Shakespeare Theater

Jenkins Theatre and black box Studio Theatre venues

Players student organization for creative collaboration

Notable Alumni

Laura Osnes — two-time Tony nominee; Broadway's Cinderella, Bonnie & Clyde, Grease, Bandstand

Susan Spencer — Fantine in Broadway's Les Miserables, Grizabella in Cats, national tour of Evita

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

University AppApplication

Apply

School Website Common App

Deadline

New Student Scholarship Application Priority DateFeb 1, 2027

Priority Date for Filing the FAFSAMay 1, 2027

Regular DecisionRolling

New Student Scholarships · uwsp.edu Dates And Deadlines · uwsp.edu

Program AppApplication

Apply

Acceptd

Fee

Acceptd Fee

$10

Opens

Aug 20, 2026

Deadline

Application DeadlineFeb 22, 2027

Auditions

Chicago Unified Auditions (Chicago, IL)Feb 1–4, 2027

UWSP on campus

Feb 19, 2027Mar 6, 2027

Application portal · Acceptd

Audition Requirements

Songs

Two Contrasting Songs from the Musical Theatre Repertoire, 60 Sec Each Max

One ballad and one up-tempo

One song should be written before 1975

Both songs should be appropriate for your age, vocal range, and personality

Accompaniment

On-campus: accompanist provided, or bring your own, or use prerecorded

Chicago Unified/Acceptd Audition Room: provide your own recorded accompaniment

Sound equipment provided to connect to headphone jack of your device

Monologues

One Contemporary Monologue, 60 Sec Max

From a contemporary realistic play

Either comic or serious

Should be appropriate for your age, personality, and character type

Dance

Group Dance Call (on-Campus Auditions Only)

Held at mid-point of audition day

Wear clothes you can move freely in

Tap shoes not required

Time to change from audition attire will be provided

Chicago Unified Auditions

No dance call at this location

Virtual Auditions

No formal dance audition required

Students are encouraged to submit a short video demonstrating dance abilities via Acceptd

Additional Materials

Essay

Required 2-page essay summarizing your reasons for wanting to pursue a major in theatre

Resume

Required resume listing your theatre experience

Headshot

Required recent headshot or photograph

Letters of Recommendation

Two letters of recommendation required

One letter from an academic teacher or advisor

One letter from a theatre teacher, mentor, or director

Application portal · Acceptd

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Acceptd opened for Fall 2027 applications on August 20, 2026; confirmed accepting applications when re-verified August 27, 2026

Submit materials through Acceptd one week before your audition date

Chicago Unified Auditions participant

Pre-registrations and walk-in auditions accepted at Chicago Unifieds

Enrollment

Must be accepted to UW-Stevens Point before being admitted to the department

Limited number of new students accepted each year

Transfer Pathway

UWSP publishes Fox Valley Technical College AA and AS articulation agreements covering all baccalaureate degrees, including BFA Musical Theatre. The Theatre and Dance department determines how transferred coursework applies to this major.

Transfer Students · uwsp.edu

What's The Process

Audition Process

In-person auditions at on campus and Chicago Unified Auditions

Chicago Unified: no dance call at this location

Students auditioning for both MT and Acting should follow MT requirements

BFA Acting faculty may request a second monologue if time permits

Audition Expectations

Three parts: singing, acting, and dancing

Total audition time (songs + monologue) must not exceed 3 minutes — you will be timed

On-campus auditions include a group dance call

Virtual auditions available via Acceptd Audition Room

No formal dance audition required for virtual — students are encouraged to submit a short video demonstrating dance abilities

Provide your own recorded accompaniment for virtual auditions

Contact

Theatre.And.Dance.Office@uwsp.edu

715-346-4429

Scholarship Info

Department Scholarships

Tuition scholarships awarded during audition process

Faculty selects scholarship recipients based on audition

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA

3.28

Admit rate

92%

school-wide

Grad rate

51%

Enrollment

7.3K

Earnings

$52K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$9,912

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$18,932

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$22,990

Before aid

Average net price

$14,559

After aid

Educational Costs · uwsp.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

NAST-accredited conservatory-styled BFA program

MTEA member (Musical Theatre Educators' Alliance)

UW-Stevens Point is the only college in Wisconsin with national accreditation in all arts programs

Training

Four years of private voice lessons

Meisner technique acting training

Comprehensive dance training: ballet, jazz, modern, tap

Musical theatre performance labs and audition preparation

Music theory, piano, voice and articulation, and MT history

Performance & Productions

Senior Showcase for casting directors, agents, and managers from across the U.S.

Professional headshot session and Chicago trip with masterclasses

Performances at Steppenwolf, Goodman, and Chicago Shakespeare Theater

Jenkins Theatre and black box Studio Theatre venues

Players student organization for creative collaboration

Notable Alumni

Laura Osnes — two-time Tony nominee; Broadway's Cinderella, Bonnie & Clyde, Grease, Bandstand

Susan Spencer — Fantine in Broadway's Les Miserables, Grizabella in Cats, national tour of Evita

Updated Aug 27, 6:34 PM