Audition and Interview requirements
The following is important information for programs requiring an Audition or Interview as part of the application process for the Westminster College of Media & Performing Arts. In order to maintain our mission of accessibility, Rider University will be offering a hybrid of in-person and virtual audition dates for the 2026-2027 academic year.
Please review the specific academic and artistic requirements for your major. This information can be found on your school’s individual page.
Westminster Choir College
- Voice Performance
- Music Education
- Music (B.A.M.)
School of Communication, Media and Performing Arts
- Musical Theatre (B.F.A.)
- Acting for Film, Television, and Theatre (B.F.A.)
- Theatre with a Concentration in Design & Technology (B.A.)
- Theatre with a Concentration in Theatre-Making (B.A.)
- Dance (B.A.)
Important Information
Questions?
Answers to frequently asked questions can be found on our Audition FAQ's page.
If you have any questions regarding your audition or interview, please call the Office of Admission at 609-896-5042 or email: admissions@rider.edu.
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