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Program Characteristics
Prescreen Required
Audition Required
No Interview
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING APPROACH
•Rigorous triple-threat training in acting, voice, dance, and stagecraft
•Extensive scene work, vocal training, choreography, and production experience
•Optional Dance Minor available
FACULTY
•Distinguished Professor Matte O'Brien
•Broadway professionals on faculty
FACILITIES
•John W. Bardo Fine and Performing Arts Center with 1,000-seat theatre
•Mainstage Season showcases student productions throughout academic year
•NC Promise tuition: in-state $500/semester, out-of-state $2,500/semester
Key Info
University AppApplication
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Deadlines
Early ActionNov 1, 2025
PriorityJan 1, 2026
Regular DecisionFeb 1, 2026
Fee
$65Waiver
Program AppApplication
Apply atAcceptd
Auditions
Live Audition (WCU Campus)Nov 8, 2025
Zoom AuditionJan 24, 2026
Live Audition (WCU Campus)Feb 28, 2026
Prescreen Requirements
Monologues
ONE MONOLOGUE, 60-90 sec
•One monologue from a published play
Songs
TWO CONTRASTING MUSICAL THEATRE SONGS
•Two contrasting selections from the musical theatre repertoire
•Bring sheet music in the correct key
•Accompanist provided
Good to Know
APPLICATION PORTAL
•Submit pre-screen and audition materials via Acceptd
ELIGIBILITY
•Applicants may audition up to three times
•Changes to audition materials must be emailed at least 48 hours before audition
•Complete WCU application by February 1 for scholarship consideration
What's The Process
PRESCREEN
•Pre-screen application required before live audition
•Submit via Acceptd
LIVE AUDITION
•Live on-campus or via Zoom
•In-person auditions encouraged
•First come, first served scheduling
ADMISSION PROCESS
•Competitive admission
•Notification within 14 days of audition via email
•Minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA required
•Must apply and be accepted by both WCU and School of Stage & Screen
Scholarship Info
STAGE & SCREEN SCHOLARSHIPS
•Complete WCU application by February 1 to be considered
•Must be accepted into both WCU and School of Stage & Screen
•Audition or interview before being admitted to WCU is allowed
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Academic School Information
3.43
Avg GPA (W)
87%
Admit Rate
60%
Grad Rate
9,867
Enrollment
$49,458
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$4,532
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$8,532
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$12,579
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$8,571
Family Income $30k - $48k$10,277
Family Income $48k - $75k$13,085
Family Income $75k - $110k$15,140
Family Income $110k+$17,958
