Riverland Community College

Unleash Your Creativity with the Musical Theatre Transfer Program at Riverland Community College

The Musical Theatre Transfer Pathway AFA at Riverland Community College offers a dynamic path for students aiming to pursue a career in theatre. This program is specially designed to seamlessly transfer credits to designated Theatre bachelor's degree programs at Minnesota State universities, providing students with a robust start towards achieving their academic and artistic goals.

What Will I Study?

• Theatre Activities
• Introduction to Theatre and Film
• Musical Theatre Performance
• American Musical Theatre

View a complete list of course offerings tailored to build your skills in various aspects of musical theatre, ensuring a well-rounded education in performance arts.

Transfer Pathways This program ensures smooth transfer of credits to several Minnesota State universities, each with specific GPA and course grade requirements:

• Metropolitan State University: Minimum of 16 transferable credits with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0.
• Minnesota State University, Mankato: Minimum of 24 semester credits with a GPA of 2.0, and all theatre major coursework must be completed with a grade of C or higher.
• Minnesota State University, Moorhead: Minimum of 24 credit hours with a 2.0 cumulative GPA.
• Southwest Minnesota State University: Transfers courses with a grade of C- or better for major/minor coursework.
• St. Cloud State University: A minimum of 24 college-level credits with a cumulative GPA of 2.0.
• Winona State University: A minimum of 24 semester credits post-high school with a cumulative GPA of 2.4 or higher. Grades of D are accepted if the cumulative MnTC GPA is 2.0, with specific courses required at a grade of C or better.

Why Choose Riverland?

• Focused Curriculum: Designed to meet the needs of students transferring to four-year programs.
• Rich Performance Opportunities: Engage in hands-on learning and showcase your talents through various performances.
• Supportive Academic Environment: Benefit from small class sizes and personalized attention from experienced faculty.

Career Outlook Graduates of the Musical Theatre program are well-prepared to enter a variety of roles within the theatre industry, including acting, directing, production, and more. The skills developed in this program also provide an excellent foundation for further studies in performing arts.

Get Started Today! Are you ready to step into the spotlight and pursue your passion for musical theatre? If you envision a future filled with dramatic expression and theatrical performance, fill out our request for more information form today to learn more about the Musical Theatre Transfer Pathway AFA at Riverland Community College. Don’t miss your chance to transform your passion into a thriving career in the arts!

Last Updated: May 8, 2024