Program
Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredNo InterviewIn-Person or VirtualUniversity App Required
Program Characteristics
Prescreen Required
Audition Required
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•NAST-accredited theatre program (National Association of Schools of Theatre)
•Member of the Texas A&M University System
TRAINING
•Pre-professional conservatory-style training
•Beginning to advanced coursework in acting, dance, singing, voice, movement, and production
•Culminates in a BFA Senior Project requiring advisor, approved content, and documentation
CAMPUS & FACILITIES
•Nationally ranked in academics, campus attractiveness, and affordability
•Located in Canyon, TX — gateway to Palo Duro Canyon
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Anna Maureen Hogan (BA Musical Theatre ’14) — NYC-based actress; credits include Cats (Jellylorum) and assistant director on the film Prayer Never Fails
•Jenny Bailey (’93) — Assistant Director on CBS’s 2 Broke Girls; worked on The West Wing and the film There Will Be Blood
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Apply atSchool Website
Deadlines
Priority (Scholarship)Feb 1, 2026
Rolling
International Fee
$90
Program AppApplication
Apply atAcceptd
Deadlines
Priority (Scholarship)Feb 1, 2026
Acceptd DeadlineMay 1, 2026
Auditions
TxETA TheatreFest (Arlington, TX)Oct 1, 2025
On-Campus Audition DayNov 14, 2025
North Texas Drama Auditions (Dallas, TX)Nov 18, 2025
On-Campus Audition DayFeb 13, 2026
Prescreen Requirements
Songs
TWO SONG CUTS, 16-32 bars each
•ONE BALLAD from a musical
•ONE UPTEMPO from a musical
-Should include some dance or movement
•Must sing to musical accompaniment — no a cappella
•Upload a separate video for each selection
Monologues
ONE CONTEMPORARY MONOLOGUE, 60 sec max
•Choose a character within your age range
•Avoid use of accents or dialects
•Must be memorized and rehearsed
Additional Materials
HEADSHOT (required)
•Current headshot or recent photo
RESUME (required)
•Brief acting resume
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Step 1: Apply to West Texas A&M University via Texas Common Application
•Step 2: Submit audition materials via Acceptd
CROSS-CONSIDERATION
•Only one Acceptd application needed — faculty can consider you for multiple theatre majors
DEADLINES
•Priority deadline for scholarship consideration: February 1
•Acceptd submission deadline: May 1
What's The Process
PRESCREEN
•Submit all materials via Acceptd
•Acceptd deadline: May 1
•Faculty review submissions and respond with acceptance, request for additional materials, or invitation for live audition
LIVE AUDITION
•If invited, present the same monologues and songs uploaded to Acceptd
•Bring one copy of headshot and resume
•On-campus dates and regional audition venues available at wtamu.edu/theatre/auditions
Scholarship Info
•Scholarship consideration included in audition/review process
•Priority deadline: February 1
Program info updated Mar 27, 2:21 AM
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•NAST-accredited theatre program (National Association of Schools of Theatre)
•Member of the Texas A&M University System
TRAINING
•Pre-professional conservatory-style training
•Beginning to advanced coursework in acting, dance, singing, voice, movement, and production
•Culminates in a BFA Senior Project requiring advisor, approved content, and documentation
CAMPUS & FACILITIES
•Nationally ranked in academics, campus attractiveness, and affordability
•Located in Canyon, TX — gateway to Palo Duro Canyon
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Anna Maureen Hogan (BA Musical Theatre ’14) — NYC-based actress; credits include Cats (Jellylorum) and assistant director on the film Prayer Never Fails
•Jenny Bailey (’93) — Assistant Director on CBS’s 2 Broke Girls; worked on The West Wing and the film There Will Be Blood
Updated Mar 27, 2:21 AM
Academic School Information
3.50
Avg GPA (W)
99%
Admit Rate
51%
Grad Rate
6,917
Enrollment
$50,741
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$9,101
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$10,996
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$19,487
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.
Family Income $0 - $30k$16,525
Family Income $30k - $48k$17,218
Family Income $48k - $75k$19,268
Family Income $75k - $110k$22,454
Family Income $110k+$23,439
