Incoming Status: Freshmen
Area of Interest: Acting
Entry Semester Available: Fall 2009
Application Deadline: February 2, 2009
Follow these instructions when applying to Purchase College as a Freshmen Acting applicant.
IMPORTANT: PLEASE DO NOT CALL THE CONSERVATORY TO SCHEDULE AN AUDITION. You must allow approximately two weeks for processing of your application before attempting to request an audition online through your myPurchase account. Only after this two week application processing period has passed will your myPurchase account page provide you with the link to request your audition.
Note: International Applicants must follow the international application instructions.Note: Students who have not reached their academic potential because of limited financial resources and inadequate academic preparation should review the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) at Purchase College.
Step 1: Submit your completed application by February 2, 2009.
Send the completed application (after it is reviewed by your guidance counselor), a check for $40 (payable to "SUNY APC"), and your Official Transcripts to:
SUNY Applications Processing Center
State University Plaza
PO Box 22007
Albany, New York 12201-2007
Note: International Students need to mail the completed application to the Office of Admissions at Purchase College. International Students should review the international application instructions.
Step 2: Request for official High School transcripts or GED scores, and SAT or ACT scores Have scores sent to Albany with your application or sent directly to:
Office of Admissions
Purchase College
735 Anderson Hill Road
Purchase, NY 10577-1400
Step 3: Acting Audition
An audition is required as part of the application process. PLEASE DO NOT CALL THE CONSERVATORY TO SCHEDULE AN AUDITION. You must allow approximately two weeks for processing of your application before attempting to request an audition online through your myPurchase account.
Fall 2009 Acting Program National Audition Tour
Please note: A non-refundable $45 audition fee must be paid in advance by mail. Additional instructions will be listed in your myPurchase account when you make your live audition request.
Acting Program National Audition Tour Dates
Purchase College*
January 24, 2009
February 13, 2009
February 14, 2009
February 15, 2009
February 21, 2009
New York
January 31, 2009
February 1, 2009
Chicago
February 2, 2009
February 3, 2009
February 4, 2009
San Francisco
February 6, 2009
February 7, 2009
Los Angeles
February 8, 2009
February 9, 2009
* Students who live in the New York tri-state area are required to attend an on-campus audition.
Bring a picture and a résumé. A snapshot will do if you do not have an 8 by 10 head shot. Be sure that your name, address, telephone number, and date of audition are written on the back. Your résumé should include a complete list of theatrical activities.
Letters of Recommendation. Bring (do not mail) sealed letters of recommendation from previous teachers or directors.
Essay. Bring a 300 -500 word typed essay on any subject that you find meaningful.
Prepare two monologues in contrasting styles (i.e., one dramatic and one comedic). One monologue should be contemporary, and the other classical. Choose material that you connect with, that you like, and that shows you to your advantage.
A simple announcement of the names and roles will be sufficient. A small assortment of chairs and tables will be provided.
Time yourself beforehand. Total audition time must not exceed five minutes. Time yourself carefully so that you will be able to finish within the time limit without feeling pressured. Memorize the material and prepare it thoroughly so that you will feel confident about your work.
Prepare a song. Be prepared to sing 16 bars of a song in any genre, preferably in a capella, or along with music on your own CD player.
Attire. Choose audition clothing that is suitable for presenting the characters, but do not attempt costumes. Your clothing should allow freedom of movement.
NOTE: Acting applicants are not required to submit the Supplemental Admissions Form. The Supplemental Admissions Form is for Liberal Arts and Sciences and Art+Design applicants only. Please refer to the steps above for additional program requirements.