Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING APPROACH
•Interdisciplinary program spanning scenic, lighting, costume, projection, props, sound, and stage management
•Integrates music, dance, and theatre for cross-disciplinary collaboration
•Small class sizes with direct faculty mentorship
HANDS-ON LEARNING
•Experience with latest tools and techniques from foundational to advanced coursework
•Students take on lead design and production roles by senior year
CAREER PREPARATION
•Graduates prepared for entertainment venues, touring companies, film studios, television, educational institutions, and non-profits
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Apply atSchool Website
Deadlines
Early ActionDec 1, 2025
Regular DecisionFeb 1, 2026
Program AppApplication
Apply atSlideRoom
Submission Requirements
Wildcard / Special Skill
WILDCARD (required)
•Share something unique about yourself — a special skill, creative passion, or what drives you
•Can take any form: original composition, song, poem, dance, skit, instrument performance, how-to video, cosplay, visual art, creative writing, production book, or more
•Optional: include a link to your artist website or online portfolio
Additional Materials
PORTFOLIO (required)
•Document 3 to 5 projects with a total of 5-10 images
•May include process documentation (sketches, drawings, planning documents, photos of incomplete work)
•May include images of completed projects (up to 3 images per slide, at least one finished image)
SLIDE DETAILS
•Each slide should include: title of production/project, completion date, and materials/media used
ACCEPTABLE PORTFOLIO WORK
•Design or production work for performance (scenic, lighting, costume, projection, props, sound, stage management)
•Art or craft projects in any medium
•Technical or aesthetic projects showcasing creativity and problem-solving
Good to Know
APPLICATION PORTAL
•BFA portfolio submitted via SlideRoom
•Must use the same email and legal name as your Common App or AU application
•No separate portfolio application fee
ELIGIBILITY
•Fall enrollment only
What's The Process
SUBMISSION FORMAT
•Submit portfolio via SlideRoom
•Provide 10-20 items (images, video, audio, PDF)
•Images up to 10 MB each, video up to 500 MB, audio up to 60 MB, PDF up to 20 MB
CONTACT
•PDT Department Coordinator: Prof. Zach Hamm, hamm@alfred.edu
Program info updated 4h ago
TRAINING APPROACH
•Interdisciplinary program spanning scenic, lighting, costume, projection, props, sound, and stage management
•Integrates music, dance, and theatre for cross-disciplinary collaboration
•Small class sizes with direct faculty mentorship
HANDS-ON LEARNING
•Experience with latest tools and techniques from foundational to advanced coursework
•Students take on lead design and production roles by senior year
CAREER PREPARATION
•Graduates prepared for entertainment venues, touring companies, film studios, television, educational institutions, and non-profits
Updated 4h ago
Academic School Information
3.50
Avg GPA (W)
74%
Admit Rate
56%
Grad Rate
1,423
Enrollment
$54,897
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$41,500
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$25,620
after typical aid
Average annual cost is often lower than tuition because it accounts for grants and scholarships most students receive. It includes tuition, room & board, books, and supplies.
Family Income $0 - $30k$16,512
Family Income $30k - $48k$15,067
Family Income $48k - $75k$22,125
Family Income $75k - $110k$28,280
Family Income $110k+$33,388
