Dean Einstein and Senior Admission Counselor Hannah Wright discussed application tips
and answered hundreds of questions in a Facebook Live session. They offered insight
on admission into fine arts majors as well as performance and course opportunities
for non-majors. Watch the video below for timestamps to find the answers to your questions!
- If I'm not selected from the audition process, can I still be accepted to TCU with another major? Can I double major with a fine arts major? - 8:43
- How many students does TCU accept into their BFA programs each year? - 11:54
- If you want to join the marching band, do you need to register for a band class? - 12:48
- Do students try out to be in choir? - 14:55
- What is the pre-screen process for audition majors? -15:51
- What is the audition process like for TCU Showgirls or other dance groups for students with any major? - 17:10
- Do you have to be accepted before you audition for your major? - 18:43
- What choral groups are available on campus to join for fun? - 21:42
- Are BFA Musical Theatre students able to double major? - 23:31
- How many major-related classes do first-year students take? - 25:31
- What will an audition day look like for BFA programs? What performance opportunities are available for first-year students? - 28:20
- What is the process like to submit a portfolio? - 30:33
- Are there recreational rooms that can be used for practicing? - 32:27
- Can you speak to clinics/tryout timing and process for TCU Showgirls? - 33:33
- What types of theatre productions are available for theatre majors and non-majors? - 34:49
- What are you looking for in optional portfolios for art and design majors? - 36:11
- Are audition dates flexible when you are uncertain of your school calendar? - 36:53
- What does the major of interior design look like at TCU? - 38:47
- Does TCU give significant scholarships for students majoring in fine arts (besides band)? - 41:32
- Does color guard perform just with the band or competitively as well? - 42:57
- Is study abroad an option for students pursuing fine arts degrees? - 43:40
- Are there any other types of technique classes offered (other than ballet and modern dance) in the BFA dance program? - 44:38
- Does TCU prefer advanced placement or dual credit classes? - 45:51
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