Application Frequently Asked Questions

MDT FAQs

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  When is the deadline for the BYU application?
  Deadlines can vary based on a number of factors. To see the most up to date deadlines for your situation, please visit BYU's Enrollment Services page which will have all the information you'll need.
  Application Deadlines
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  Do I have to be accepted into BYU before I can audition for MDT?
  No you do not. You can audition as a hopeful transfer student, a current student, or a senior in High School.
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  What must individuals auditioning submit for prescreening?
  MDT application, essay, letter of recommendation, three videos, transcript and completed BYU application submitted to the admissions office.
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  When is the invited live audition?
  If you are invited to attend the MDT live auditions, it is the last Saturday in January of that year.
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  What are judges looking for?
  Though we can’t give you an all inclusive answer, here’s a few things they do look for in your three audition videos:
  
  
  Voice – interpretation, quality, suitable selection for vocal ability. Acting – honesty, clarity of objectives. Dance – strength, flexibility, musicality, performance skills.
  
  
  
  Overall, the judges are looking at your desire and potential to become a “triple threat” (your ability to develop expertise when you walk into the auditions).
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  Should applicants wear costumes?
  Applicants should not wear costumes, see guidelines below:
  
  
  Voice: dress nicely. Acting: dress appropriately—no props or costumes. Dance: Your dress should be modest and allow the viewer to clearly see the motion and dynamics of the dance as well as the line and design of the body.
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  Are there callbacks following the invited live audition?
  There are no callbacks following the invited live audition.
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  When will I find out my live audition results?
  The final results for the new incoming class involves a highly deliberated process. The MDT Faculty Committee over the MDT program carefully weigh many factors when determining the students with the greatest potential from the pool of candidates. The finalized incoming class is notified in mid-March of the Committee’s decision to attend in fall of that year.
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  How many candidates are accepted each year?
  Each year approximately 120 students apply to the program and about 10-12% are accepted to fill major slots that are available. We don’t discriminate between men and women as there is no quota with respect to how many women or men can be enrolled in the program.
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  Can I audition more than once?
  Yes, you can. You may audition up to 3 times, or until you have reached the maximum of 60 earned credit hours; whichever comes first. And, in case you’re wondering, we do keep track of the number of times you have auditioned.
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  Are there scholarships available?
  Yes. All students auditioning for the MDT program are automatically considered for a talent award/scholarship. Continuing students (current MDT students) can apply for talent awards each year they are in the program.
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  What is the Graduation Plan requirement?
  Each MDT student must fill out an Advisement Graduation Plan.
  MDT Grad Plan