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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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In-Person or Virtual

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Cert. Musical Theatre

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program Recognition

Certificate listed in UWG's current Undergraduate Catalog and Theatre program listings

Housed with UWG Theatre and connected to the university's NAST-accredited theatre program

Training

17-credit Musical Theatre certificate combining Theatre, Music, and Dance coursework

Training includes voice and movement, developing a character, musical theatre technique, piano or keyboard skills, applied voice, and ensemble options

Learning outcomes focus on singing, dancing, acting, and musical theatre performance skills

Degree Flexibility

Designed for degree-seeking UWG students who want focused musical theatre training alongside their primary program

Face-to-face study on the Carrollton campus

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.46

Admit rate

52%

school-wide

Grad rate

43%

Enrollment

7.5K

Earnings

$50K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$7,270

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$22,900

Before aid

Average net price

$12,786

After aid

Newstudents Contundergrad.Pdf · westga.edu College Scorecard

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Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Certificate listed in UWG's current Undergraduate Catalog and Theatre program listings

Housed with UWG Theatre and connected to the university's NAST-accredited theatre program

Training

17-credit Musical Theatre certificate combining Theatre, Music, and Dance coursework

Training includes voice and movement, developing a character, musical theatre technique, piano or keyboard skills, applied voice, and ensemble options

Learning outcomes focus on singing, dancing, acting, and musical theatre performance skills

Degree Flexibility

Designed for degree-seeking UWG students who want focused musical theatre training alongside their primary program

Face-to-face study on the Carrollton campus

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Certificate listed in UWG's current Undergraduate Catalog and Theatre program listings

Housed with UWG Theatre and connected to the university's NAST-accredited theatre program

Training

17-credit Musical Theatre certificate combining Theatre, Music, and Dance coursework

Training includes voice and movement, developing a character, musical theatre technique, piano or keyboard skills, applied voice, and ensemble options

Learning outcomes focus on singing, dancing, acting, and musical theatre performance skills

Degree Flexibility

Designed for degree-seeking UWG students who want focused musical theatre training alongside their primary program

Face-to-face study on the Carrollton campus

Key Info

Enrollment Term

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Fee

$40

Deadline

Early ActionOct 31, 2026

PriorityJan 31, 2027

Admission DeadlineAug 8, 2027

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Audition Requirements

Songs

Two Contrasting Solos

Perform from memory two contrasting solos

English is acceptable for both songs; one selection in Italian, Spanish, Latin, French, or German is encouraged if prepared

Acceptable repertoire includes art songs, musical theatre, spirituals, and folk songs

Keyboard accompaniment is preferred; applicants may bring an accompanist or request one

Tracks are acceptable for one song; for video auditions, piano tracks are preferred over instrumental tracks

Additional Materials

Sheet Music (If Performing with an Accompanist at in-Person Auditions)

Bring sheet music for the accompanist, whether provided by the school or your own

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply to UWG through the university application portal if not already enrolled

Submit the UWG Music audition application no later than one week before your audition

No Acceptd or SlideRoom portal is published for the certificate

Eligibility

Certificate is open to students who are currently enrolled or wish to return to school

Students must be degree-seeking at UWG before entering the certificate program

Certificate curriculum is 17 credit hours

What's The Process

Audition Process

A successful audition is required to declare the Interdisciplinary Certificate in Musical Theatre

Submit the UWG Music audition application, then the program will notify you of your audition time

Auditions may be arranged in person or via distance technology

Students are encouraged to audition during Destination: Music each February; spring and summer auditions may be arranged through early August

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.46

Admit rate

52%

school-wide

Grad rate

43%

Enrollment

7.5K

Earnings

$50K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$7,270

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$22,900

Before aid

Average net price

$12,786

After aid

Newstudents Contundergrad.Pdf · westga.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

Certificate listed in UWG's current Undergraduate Catalog and Theatre program listings

Housed with UWG Theatre and connected to the university's NAST-accredited theatre program

Training

17-credit Musical Theatre certificate combining Theatre, Music, and Dance coursework

Training includes voice and movement, developing a character, musical theatre technique, piano or keyboard skills, applied voice, and ensemble options

Learning outcomes focus on singing, dancing, acting, and musical theatre performance skills

Degree Flexibility

Designed for degree-seeking UWG students who want focused musical theatre training alongside their primary program

Face-to-face study on the Carrollton campus

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