Note: Transfer students who were enrolled in an Educational Opportunity Program (EOP), Higher Education Opportunity Program (HEOP), College Discovery (CD) or similar special program at their initial college should review the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) at Purchase College.

Step 1: Submit your completed application by February 2, 2009.

Send the completed application and a check for $40 (payable to "SUNY APC") 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

Step 2: Have your official college transcripts sent directly to:

Office of Admissions
Purchase College
735 Anderson Hill Road
Purchase, NY 10577-1400

*Students with under 24 credits must request for official high school transcripts, SAT, ACT, and/or GED scores.

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
Fenruary 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.

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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.