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Vanguard University of Southern California

Costa Mesa, CA

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Program

BA Theatre Arts

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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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In-Person Only

Program profile

Moderately Selective

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BA Theatre Arts

Musical Theatre

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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Moderately Selective

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BA Theatre Arts

Musical Theatre

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Moderately Selective

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BA Theatre Arts

Stage & Screen Acting/Directing

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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Moderately Selective

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BA Theatre Arts

Technical Production

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Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Moderately Selective

Program Recognition

•NAST-accredited since 2010 — one of only a handful of Christian universities offering a Musical Theatre concentration

•Active participants in Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival

Training

•Specialized courses: Auditioning for Musical Theatre, Vocal Technique, Musical Theatre Dance

•Private voice, dance, and acting lessons included in program

•Casting opportunities across all four years in mainstage productions

Notable Alumni

•Alumni working professionally at Disney, Broadway, regional theatre, theme parks, and national/international tours

•Many graduates hold AEA, SAG, and AFTRA cards

•Alumni pursue graduate study at UCLA, CalArts, USC, Northwestern, Boston Conservatory

Professional Development

•Annual master classes led by Broadway and entertainment professionals

•Summer internships with American Coast Theater Company and Musical Theatre Mayhem with Broadway professionals

Academic info

Snapshot

3.40

Avg GPA (W)

62%

Admit Rate

school-wide

57%

Grad Rate

1.9K

Enrollment

$60K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Average Annual Cost

$21,241

after typical aid

Tuition & Fees

$41,700

before aid

Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.

$0-30k$17,225

$30-48k$18,462

$48-75k$18,976

$75-110k$24,117

$110k+$27,684

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Program info updated May 30, 12:25 AM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•NAST-accredited since 2010 — one of only a handful of Christian universities offering a Musical Theatre concentration

•Active participants in Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival

Training

•Specialized courses: Auditioning for Musical Theatre, Vocal Technique, Musical Theatre Dance

•Private voice, dance, and acting lessons included in program

•Casting opportunities across all four years in mainstage productions

Notable Alumni

•Alumni working professionally at Disney, Broadway, regional theatre, theme parks, and national/international tours

•Many graduates hold AEA, SAG, and AFTRA cards

•Alumni pursue graduate study at UCLA, CalArts, USC, Northwestern, Boston Conservatory

Professional Development

•Annual master classes led by Broadway and entertainment professionals

•Summer internships with American Coast Theater Company and Musical Theatre Mayhem with Broadway professionals

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•NAST-accredited since 2010 — one of only a handful of Christian universities offering a Musical Theatre concentration

•Active participants in Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival

Training

•Specialized courses: Auditioning for Musical Theatre, Vocal Technique, Musical Theatre Dance

•Private voice, dance, and acting lessons included in program

•Casting opportunities across all four years in mainstage productions

Notable Alumni

•Alumni working professionally at Disney, Broadway, regional theatre, theme parks, and national/international tours

•Many graduates hold AEA, SAG, and AFTRA cards

•Alumni pursue graduate study at UCLA, CalArts, USC, Northwestern, Boston Conservatory

Professional Development

•Annual master classes led by Broadway and entertainment professionals

•Summer internships with American Coast Theater Company and Musical Theatre Mayhem with Broadway professionals

Key Info

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Fee

Application Fee

$45

Deadline

Early ActionDec 1, 2025

PriorityJan 15, 2026

Regular DecisionMar 2, 2026

Additional DeadlineAug 1, 2026

Program AppApplication

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Acceptd

Deadline

Acceptd Submission DeadlineFeb 15, 2026

Audition Requirements

Songs

Requirements

•32 Bars of a Broadway Standard or Ballad

•Should highlight your optimum vocal range

•Musical Theatre Scholarship candidates must demonstrate full vocal range and adherence to pitch and tempo

Monologues

Requirements

•Two Contrasting Monologues

•Combined 3 min max

•Both monologues must be from a published play

•One comedic, one serious

•Shakespeare monologues welcome but not required

•Upload introduction and audition pieces as separate clips

•Video intro is not counted as part of the 3-minute total

Dance

Requirements

•30 Sec to 1 Min Choreographed Dance Piece

•Bluetooth speaker available at in-person audition for recorded music from iPod or similar MP3 device

Additional Materials

RESUME (required)

Headshot (required)

•Upload a recent headshot or photo in JPEG format

Video (required)

•Video introduction: describe yourself and how a degree in theatre will help you achieve your career goals

Letters of recommendation (required)

•2 recommendations from a theatre teacher, school counselor, or professional familiar with your work

•Enter recommender email addresses in the Acceptd application; recommendations are sent and returned automatically

Portfolio (optional)

•For directing interest: digital photo files of theatre production work (renderings, designs, organizational documents, prompt book selections, or other creative projects)

Official Source

Good to Know

Application Logistics

•Step 1: Apply to Vanguard University via the online application

•Step 2: Select Musical Theatre concentration on Acceptd and upload required materials

•Step 3: Schedule on-campus audition with the department

•All uploads, including recommendations, must be complete at least two weeks prior to your audition date

•Acceptd submission deadline: February 15, 2026

What's The Process

Audition Process

•Contact Lily Hinojosa to schedule your on-campus visit and audition

•Email: lily.hinojosa@vanguard.edu

•Phone: 714-619-6425

Audition Expectations

•In-person audition on Vanguard campus in Costa Mesa, CA

•Upload audition materials to Acceptd at least two weeks prior to your on-campus audition date

Scholarship Info

Musical Theatre Scholarship

•Minimum 5 competitive scholarships awarded annually to incoming fall Musical Theatre students

•Scholarships stack with academic scholarships, institutional aid, and state/federal grants — not to exceed full tuition

•Apply by selecting Musical Theatre concentration on Acceptd

Academic info

Snapshot

3.40

Avg GPA (W)

62%

Admit Rate

school-wide

57%

Grad Rate

1.9K

Enrollment

$60K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Average Annual Cost

$21,241

after typical aid

Tuition & Fees

$41,700

before aid

Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.

$0-30k$17,225

$30-48k$18,462

$48-75k$18,976

$75-110k$24,117

$110k+$27,684

View full data on College Scorecard

Program Recognition

•NAST-accredited since 2010 — one of only a handful of Christian universities offering a Musical Theatre concentration

•Active participants in Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival

Training

•Specialized courses: Auditioning for Musical Theatre, Vocal Technique, Musical Theatre Dance

•Private voice, dance, and acting lessons included in program

•Casting opportunities across all four years in mainstage productions

Notable Alumni

•Alumni working professionally at Disney, Broadway, regional theatre, theme parks, and national/international tours

•Many graduates hold AEA, SAG, and AFTRA cards

•Alumni pursue graduate study at UCLA, CalArts, USC, Northwestern, Boston Conservatory

Professional Development

•Annual master classes led by Broadway and entertainment professionals

•Summer internships with American Coast Theater Company and Musical Theatre Mayhem with Broadway professionals

Updated May 30, 12:25 AM

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What's The Process

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