BFA Musical Theatre at Pennsylvania State University

Programme overview

The major is intended to provide students with specialized training leading to a high level of competence in musical theatre. Graduates should be able to begin professional work or pursue further training at the graduate level. This major is intended for those students who wish to pursue a career as a musical theatre professional.

Faculty: College of Arts and Architecture | Duration: minimum 125 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: University Park, PA, United States

What you will study

The degree requires a minimum of 125 credits, including General Education and the requirements for the major. Required courses include The Art of the Theatre, B.F.A. Acting Foundations, Survey of Theatre Production Practice, Fundamentals of Design for the Theatre, B.F.A. Acting Studio I, B.F.A. Movement Studio I.

Career pathways

This degree prepares you for a performance career in the professional musical theatre. Many of our students go on to perform on Broadway, tours, and on cruise ships.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Acceptance into the major is based on an evaluative audition. Entrance Procedures Students interested in pursuing Musical Theatre (B.F.A) should follow the appropriate first year, change of major, or transfer application instructions found under Musical Theatre Admission Information at https://arts.psu.edu/how-to-apply/#specific .

Undergraduate applications are accepted for Fall, Spring and Summer entry; the application opens August 1 for Fall and Summer and June 1 for Spring.

Early Action: apply by November 1 to receive a decision by December 24. Recommended submission deadline for all applications: December 1. Applicants apply through the MyPennState application or the Common App. A nonrefundable application fee is paid by credit card; fee waivers are available to eligible students.

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.psu.edu/apply/

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