Overview

Launch your career in entertainment with this Musical Theater programme from Pace University - one of the top 10 most represented colleges on Broadway. A conservatory-style programme, the Pace School of Performing Arts Musical Theater BFA offers you the opportunity to showcase your abilities and talents while preserving and refining your individuality.

Located in the heart of New York City, you’ll live, study, and train in one of the world’s most vibrant artistic hubs. With faculty composed of working industry-professionals, you will receive in-depth training, performance opportunities, develop new works, and participate in the renowned artist-in-residence programme.

Careers

Current students and alumni consistently perform on and off Broadway, earning us a frequent spot in the top ten represented schools on Broadway by Playbill. The alumni also tour nationally and internationally, in addition to working in TV and film.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Musical Theater Acting

Shaping Sounds: Diction and Dialects for the Actor/Singer

Acting for Musical Theatre

Music for Musical Theatre Majors

Musical Theatre History and Repertoire

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

128 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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115

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

Application & Fee

Identification

Letters of Recommendation - Two letters of recommendation from a teacher or counselor who knows you well and can attest to your academic potential and personal characteristics.

A Written Essay/Personal Statement - One essay/personal statement, approximately 250-650 words in length, which will assist the Admission Committee in reviewing your application. The essay/personal statement you submit must consist solely of your own original work.

Official Test Scores - Official test scores and other educational materials must be sent directly from the testing authority or institution.

Official Transcripts - Official transcripts, diplomas, and leaving examination scores from secondary and post-secondary schools (in English).

Pace students will, however, need to audition or interview in order to be considered for admission.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

52924 USD / year

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Out-of-State

52924 USD / year

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In-State

52924 USD / year

≈ 52924 USD / year

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

New York City

Funding

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