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BFA Theatre
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Musical Theatre
Program snapshot
Admissions
No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App RequiredAudition format
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Study AbroadTRAINING
•Comprehensive training in singing, dancing, and acting — the three pillars of musical theatre
•Hands-on, performance-based training combined with academic coursework in theatre history, design, and liberal arts
•Focus on technique, talent, and transformation
PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTIONS
•16 fully-staged musicals, eight cabarets, and numerous individual showcases during the program
•Two performance venues: YSU Ford Theater and YSU Spotlight Theater
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Graduates performing on Broadway in Tony Award-winning productions including Hadestown
•Alumni appearing on screen including Days of Our Lives
•Graduates receiving nominations and awards from the Tonys to the GRAMMYs
•Recognition at Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•Internships with Netflix, Open Jar Institute, and Disney's Animal Kingdom
•Masterclasses with industry artists
•Study abroad including Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Academic info
Snapshot
3.51
Avg GPA (W)
84%
Admit Rate
school-wide
52%
Grad Rate
8K
Enrollment
$42K
Earnings
10yr after
Costs & Aid
Average Annual Cost
$12,767
after typical aid
In-State Tuition
$11,113
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$11,473
before aid
Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.
$0-30k$9,328
$30-48k$9,421
$48-75k$13,369
$75-110k$16,249
$110k+$18,235
Program info updated 3d ago
Program Highlights
TRAINING
•Comprehensive training in singing, dancing, and acting — the three pillars of musical theatre
•Hands-on, performance-based training combined with academic coursework in theatre history, design, and liberal arts
•Focus on technique, talent, and transformation
PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTIONS
•16 fully-staged musicals, eight cabarets, and numerous individual showcases during the program
•Two performance venues: YSU Ford Theater and YSU Spotlight Theater
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Graduates performing on Broadway in Tony Award-winning productions including Hadestown
•Alumni appearing on screen including Days of Our Lives
•Graduates receiving nominations and awards from the Tonys to the GRAMMYs
•Recognition at Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•Internships with Netflix, Open Jar Institute, and Disney's Animal Kingdom
•Masterclasses with industry artists
•Study abroad including Edinburgh Festival Fringe
TRAINING
•Comprehensive training in singing, dancing, and acting — the three pillars of musical theatre
•Hands-on, performance-based training combined with academic coursework in theatre history, design, and liberal arts
•Focus on technique, talent, and transformation
PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTIONS
•16 fully-staged musicals, eight cabarets, and numerous individual showcases during the program
•Two performance venues: YSU Ford Theater and YSU Spotlight Theater
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Graduates performing on Broadway in Tony Award-winning productions including Hadestown
•Alumni appearing on screen including Days of Our Lives
•Graduates receiving nominations and awards from the Tonys to the GRAMMYs
•Recognition at Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•Internships with Netflix, Open Jar Institute, and Disney's Animal Kingdom
•Masterclasses with industry artists
•Study abroad including Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Updated 3d ago
