Overview

The BFA in Musical Theatre (Vocal) from Jacksonville University provides intense instruction in music (voice), acting, and dance. This training is synthesized in various productions put on by the university.

Degree structure

A typical year will include 2 musical theatre productions, 2 plays, 2 dance concerts, along with many large and small ensemble concerts. Individualized instruction ensures that each student finds and hones what makes them unique and marketable in the cutthroat profession of musical theatre.

Accreditation

JU has been an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) since 1931.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

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Jazz
Essential Keyboard Skills
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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-01 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-20 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-11-01 00:00:00 , National

More details

Jacksonville University uses rolling admission with soft deadlines.

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Jacksonville, 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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Other requirements

General requirements

The music audition serves two purposes: entrance for music majors into any degree program, and scholarships for any qualified student, regardless of major. This includes the music business and commercial music degrees.
The Linda Berry Stein College of Fine Arts welcomes all applicants interested in Music to audition.
Please note that you must apply to Jacksonville University before attending an audition or portfolio review, and that you must be accepted to the university before you can be accepted into the Linda Berry Stein College of Fine Arts.
Applications require a $30 non-refundable application fee
Request that your official transcript be sent directly from your school(s) to Jacksonville University's admissions office.
English language proficiency.
Completion of the Financial Information for International Applications Form is required.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

48500 USD / year

≈ 48500 USD / year
Out-of-State

48500 USD / year

≈ 48500 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

48500 USD / year

≈ 48500 USD / year

Living costs

Jacksonville

United States

1033 - 1668 USD / month

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

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Scholarships Information

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Degree structure

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Programme Structure

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Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

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Campus Location

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Domestic

Living costs

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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