THEATRE AND DANCE ADMISSION AND SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION

Eligibility and Admission

High school and transfer students that meet the admission requirements to Morehead State University are eligible to enroll in the theatre and dance programs.  No formal audition for the programs is required.  Students desiring to major in theatre should complete the "Theatre Admission and Scholarship Application Form".  This will allow us to better prepare for your arrival at MSU.  For more information regarding admission to Morehead State, contact the Office of Admissions, Morehead State University, Morehead, KY 40351-1689, (telephone) 606.783.2000 or apply online.

• Theatre Admission and Scholarship Application Form (for entering new freshman and transfer students only)
• Request More Information Form 
• Scholarship Application Form (for returning students only)

Review of all Theatre scholarship applications will begin March 1.

Transfer Student Admission

The theatre or dance transfer student entering the Department of Music, Theatre and Dance by transfer must submit an official transcript of all previous college work.  The student will work with the Department Chair to determine which courses in theatre and dance from the previous institution will transfer to the programs at MSU.

Scholarship Opportunities / Financial Aid

Each year Morehead State University offers numerous scholarships to qualified students:

• Talent-based theatre scholarships regardless of need;
  
  
  • Departmental Theatre Scholarships (new and returning students)
  • W. Paul and Lucille Caudill Little Scholarship for Study of the Arts (new students - up to full tuition)
  • Noel F. Oney Scholarship (new and returning students)
  • Harlan Hamm Scholarship - Theatre or Speech (returning students only)
  • Melody Trosper Scholarship (new and returning students)
  • Alicia G. Vallotton Music / Theatre Scholarship (returning students only)
  • Theatre Alumni Scholarship (returning students only)
  • Theta Alpha Phi Scholarships (returning students only)
  • Nelson Carpenter Scholarship (returning students only)
   
• Generous non-resident tuition scholarships for academically qualified students;
• Eagle Excellence Award: KEESx2 (KY residents only).  100% match of Kentucky Education Excellence Scholarship (KEES);
• College Access Program Grant (KY residents only).  One time monetary award;
• Additional institutional scholarships based on merit and need (see http://www.moreheadstate.edu/scholarships);
• External site devoted to additional opportunities available in the US.
• Note that all Federal and State need-based financial aid and loans require the FAFSA. It is recommended that this form be completed as soon as possible.

Important! We urge you to arrange a personal visit to our campus on a school day.  Your visit will allow us to get to know you better and will provide you with a first-hand look at our department and our world-class faculty. During your visit, you can observe classes and meet our excellent faculty and students.  To arrange a visit, contact MSU Enrollment Services.

How to Apply

Complete the online Theatre Admission and Scholarship Application Form (returning students only use the Theatre Scholarship Application).

• Kentucky placement testing requirements in English, Math, and Reading.

Apply for admission to Morehead State University online.

Contact the MSU Office of Financial Aid at 606.783.2000 for additional information regarding scholarships.