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B.F.A. in Musical Theatre

Pursue your passion 

Prepare for your profession

The dynamic Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Musical Theatre degree from University Theatre at Youngstown State University offers extensive performance experiences and real-world opportunities to exceptional students who wish to pursue a professional career in musical theatre. Our courses in applied voice, acting, and dance, masterclasses with industry artists, and musical theatre career preparation assist students as they participate in 16 fully-staged musicals, eight cabarets, numerous individual showcases, and more. You'll receive a significant amount of individual attention and will make important contacts within the industry that will prepare you for a meaningful and successful career!

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University Theatre
 


Study with distinguished faculty who are acclaimed teachers and performing artists


Perform as frequently as you’d like—including at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe

 


Live in our inclusive Living Learning Community (LLC)


Focus on musical theatre or enhance your education with a musical theatre minor— we have a path for you!

Where you’ll work

Our musical theatre students develop exceptional artistic and technical abilities and become versatile artists and innovative leaders with global perspectives. With a projected value of over $700 billion by 2028, the global arts industry provides countless career opportunities for aspiring performing artists. Our students also develop valuable transferable expertise that positions them for a myriad of careers in the arts as well as those in other professions. This means your opportunities with a Musical Theatre degree from YSU are greater than ever—you will open new doors to your future!

Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Musical Theatre

What you'll study

Musical Theatre Applied Voice

Singing Styles

Jazz Dance 1

Ballet 1

Acting 1 Fundamentals

Acting 2 Voice for the Actor

Stage Makeup

Directing 1

Stagecraft

Script Analysis for Stage and Screen

Music Theatre Applied Voice

Body Voice for Actors

Musical Theatre Studio

Jazz Dance 1

Ballet 1

Acting 1 Fundamentals

Musical Comedy 1

Script Analysis for Stage and Screen

 

TUITION* 

 

In-state tuition

$10,723

Out-of-state tuition

$11,083

* Total tuition estimate

 

AUDITION INFORMATION

 

• 2 songs in contrasting styles

• 2 acting monologues of approximately one minute in length 

 

University Theatre applicants are automatically considered for talent scholarships; a separate scholarship application is not required
 

 

ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS

 

3.0 GPA/ACT 19 or SAT 990:

$1,000 annually
 

3.0 GPA/ACT 22 or SAT 1110:

$2,000 annually
 

3.5 GPA/ACT 25 or SAT 1220:

$3,000 annually
 

3.0 GPA/ACT 27 or SAT 1290:

$4,000 annually
 

Additional information:

YSU Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships
 

Alumni success 

Our graduates may be seen regionally, nationally, and internationally across the entertainment industry. You will find our alumni on stage and screen—from the Tony Award-winning Hadestown to Days of Our Lives—and receiving nominations and awards from The Tony’s to The GRAMMYS®! Our dynamic program also empowers our graduates to become successful directors, designers, choreographers, and more at the national level, including at the Great Lakes Theatre Festival. We will prepare you for success in the theatre industry no matter the path you choose—whether behind the scenes or in the spotlight!

READY TO APPLY?

Contact Admissions

877.468.6978 (Toll Free)
330.941.2000 (Phone)
330.941.3674 (Fax)
enroll@ysu.edu

Apply now
 

WANT TO LEARN MORE?

Contact Stephanie Waltman
CCCA Admissions & Recruitment

330.941.2346 (Phone)
330.941.2341 (Fax)
sawaltman@ysu.edu

Schedule a meeting 
 

ANNUAL APPLICATION DEADLINES

Fall Semester

August 1

Spring Semester

December 1

Summer Semester

April 15