<p>He guys, I was hoping some of you could provide some info about ED in the MT world. Does Early Decision operate similarly to that of simply academic programs? Are there certain school where ED isn't an option for MT applicants? I believe that Carnegie Mellon, for example, doesn't offer ED for applicants to the School of Drama, whereas I think Ithaca does- correct me if I'm wrong. I would assume that EDing would mean auditioning at an earlier date as well, right? I'm a current junior, so just trying to get a jumpstart on the process. Any info about specific programs or broader knowledge is much appreciated. Thanks!</p>
<p>There are not many schools that offer ED for BFA/MT students. You are correct (I believe) that Ithaca does offer the option. I know Boston University does as well (and they are developing an MT track to go alongside their already stellar acting training) Some schools do offer a version of an “early action” - the people who auditioned this past weekend at BW will get an answer (accepted, declined, differed) in a couple weeks. What is nice about that is it is non binding, you can continue to audition.</p>
<p>Only some of the programs offer fall auditions, but of those, most give some sort of a decision before the winter break - as stated by @toowonderful above. However the only reason you would want to accept such an offer is because A. It’s your first choice and B. you would go no matter what the cost. Many programs do not send out acceptances until all auditions are over (or at least hold some back) and the final financial awards are not complete until April. I guess another reason to go ED would be if you are willing to go to the school even if you do NOT get into the MT program. Generally in that case, you might need to apply to multiple programs simultaneously - or perhaps be willing to go BA in Theatre Studies or something similar.</p>
<p>I should have mentioned that NYU offers two rounds of ED, but as @mom4bwayboy mentions- you don’t get financial info until RD time. When we met with admissions they were very clear that you should only use ED in the two circumstances mentioned in the above post. (#1 choice, and willing to pay full $$)</p>
<p>Ithaca has Early Decision, but not Early Action for MT students. The deadline has passed, though… <a href=“Admission | Ithaca College”>Admission | Ithaca College; </p>
<p>Oh, sorry. Just saw that you’re a junior. So you can do this next year. Emerson has Early Action, too. But many of the MT programs don’t…</p>
<p>Northwestern has ED, too. </p>
<p>Elon has Early Action - but unless you do the Fall auditions, your academic decision will most likely be waitlisted/deferred until Spring if you say you want to be in MT. This is because 99.9% of MT applicants who do not get accepted by the MT program will not go to the school. Thus, they don’t want to offer a spot to someone who is highly likely not to attend. They will give an EA decision to those auditioning before the winter break though, so if you are auditioning early, you will have a decision both academically and from the MT program before the holidays.</p>
<p>As @Jkellynh17 mentioned, Northwestern offers binding ED, and in recent years nearly 50% of the class has filled during the ED round. D went this route, as did several of her YoungArts and MPulse friends, as they knew it was their first choice program. NU offers identical financial aid in both the ED and RD rounds and, in my experience, does not “barter” based on other offered aid (D had other offers in hand at the ED round). </p>
<p>An advantage of ED that is unique to MT and Theatre programs is that many kids (including our D) were able to cancel all scheduled audition trips after an ED acceptance and to relax and enjoy the remainder of their senior year, including shows, proms and all.</p>
<p>Good luck to all of this years’ ED applicants!</p>
<p>This is a great option for those with tippy top academics - only. It is a nonaudition school for theatre BFA I believe. . (The “audition” = your grades and test scores.) Admission to MT is not automatic if I am correct. You are admitted theatre BFA? then at sometime (maybe sophmore year) you audition to get into the MT program/to be permitted to take certain voice classes. So would you say it is in the “cut” category of schools, @MomCares? Maybe I am dead wrong, but I do think there are artistic hurdles once admitted.</p>
<p>Thank you guys, this is all super helpful! Does anyone know of more schools like BW that offer early, non-binding decisions if you audition early? It would obviously be great to have an earlier acceptance from at least one program going into decision season, especially in a field as crazy as that of MT. So there’s Ithaca with an ED round, Emerson with an EA, and BW with an early notification for early audition’s, correct? Anyone know of any others?</p>
<p>Point Park has fall auditions - and theoretically you are supposed to hear before the bulk of audition season (although it didn’t quite work out that way this past year). Check the “Audition Day Review” thread - that will give you an idea of what other schools have fall auditions - if they offer fall audition dates - they likely render decisions on those early. Indiana University just started that this year. I think Wright State does a fall audition. You can also check the schools you are interested in for this year’s audition dates - that will give you an idea of who might have an early round of decisions. </p>
<p>Elon will let you know before Christmas if you do the Fall semester auditions.</p>
<p>Hartt had an early audition in December last year and most received a decision within a week of Christmas. It was EA. Not sure when the FA info arrived.</p>
<p>UArts had an early audition (November) and gave an answer in one to two weeks. You would need to check to see if they still do this.</p>
<p>Fair warning- it can be hurtful if you do any early action and get a “no” at start of season. I guess it would be similar to getting a no from a prescreens, but somehow I think the in person hurts a little more. That was what happened to D last year with BW (hard for her as two friends from same day were accepted). Took a little time to shake off- but in the end lit a fire under her- she went into auditions after Xmas with all guns blazing </p>
<p>This year Indiana and Elon had an early November Audition. Some here have rec’d admits from Indiana already. So while not technically Early action or decision, it has come very early for acceptances to Indiana. I don’t think Elon has accepted anyone at this point, but I really don’t know. I have not seen any here to date.</p>
<p>OCU has a November audition which you will hear back from before Christmas also.</p>
<p>Wright State has November audition, with master classes the preceding day. Notification before winter break.</p>
<p>These are all great posts with helpful information. Just don’t confuse the terms of Early Decision, Early Action, and Rolling Admissions. They are not quite the same. Some examples given here are Early Action or Rolling Admissions, and not Early Decision, which involves a commitment to attend if accepted. Only a very few BFA in MT programs offer ED. </p>