Students applying to the Jordan College of the Arts have the following requirements:
In addition to the Butler or Common App, applicants to the Jordan College of the Arts must complete an Art, Arts Administration, Dance, Music, or Theatre supplement. Students will gain access to their supplement on their student status page after they’ve submitted their Butler Application or Common App.
All JCA majors must also complete an audition, portfolio review, and/or interview. After completing your Butler or Common App and supplement, we’ll send you an email with more information and instructions to select a date. Requirements by program are listed below.
Art + Design: Portfolio review conducted by Art faculty only; no scheduled review necessary.
Arts Administration: Interview required for General and Art History applicants; Audition or portfolio review and interview required for Art, Music, and Theatre applicants
Dance: Audition required for all applicants; either video submission or in-person auditions are available
Music (Vocal applicants): Video pre-screen and possible invitation to an in-person audition
Music (Instrumental applicants): In-person audition
Theatre: Audition or portfolio review
Department Requirements
