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BA Theatre

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No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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Study Abroad

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BA Theatre

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Program profile

Study Abroad

Training

Liberal arts-based theatre education emphasizing skill, craft, and creative habits

Guided by Franciscan values of service, humility, and community

Complete one of two 9-credit curriculum options: Acting/Directing or Design/Technical Theatre

Performance & Productions

Major works including Shakespeare, Chekhov, Sophocles, and world premieres of new plays

Performances in Francis Hall Theatre

Broadway veterans Timothy Shew and Jane Brockman directed Alvernia's 2026 production of Godspell, staged in collaboration with community members

Student-initiated projects supported beyond the mainstage season

Professional Development

Alvernia University Theatre Club for service, activities, and self-expression

Alvernia Chorus available to enhance singing ability

The Zephyrus literary magazine for creative writing

Degree Flexibility

48-credit major with related coursework in literature, art, and music

Study abroad opportunities available

Career paths in and outside of show business: acting, directing, design, HR, PR, and business

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.41

Admit rate

58%

school-wide

Grad rate

56%

Enrollment

2.2K

Earnings

$55K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$49,470

Before aid

Average net price

$28,138

After aid

Tuition Residential Costs · alvernia.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 27, 6:37 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Liberal arts-based theatre education emphasizing skill, craft, and creative habits

Guided by Franciscan values of service, humility, and community

Complete one of two 9-credit curriculum options: Acting/Directing or Design/Technical Theatre

Performance & Productions

Major works including Shakespeare, Chekhov, Sophocles, and world premieres of new plays

Performances in Francis Hall Theatre

Broadway veterans Timothy Shew and Jane Brockman directed Alvernia's 2026 production of Godspell, staged in collaboration with community members

Student-initiated projects supported beyond the mainstage season

Professional Development

Alvernia University Theatre Club for service, activities, and self-expression

Alvernia Chorus available to enhance singing ability

The Zephyrus literary magazine for creative writing

Degree Flexibility

48-credit major with related coursework in literature, art, and music

Study abroad opportunities available

Career paths in and outside of show business: acting, directing, design, HR, PR, and business

Program Highlights

Training

Liberal arts-based theatre education emphasizing skill, craft, and creative habits

Guided by Franciscan values of service, humility, and community

Complete one of two 9-credit curriculum options: Acting/Directing or Design/Technical Theatre

Performance & Productions

Major works including Shakespeare, Chekhov, Sophocles, and world premieres of new plays

Performances in Francis Hall Theatre

Broadway veterans Timothy Shew and Jane Brockman directed Alvernia's 2026 production of Godspell, staged in collaboration with community members

Student-initiated projects supported beyond the mainstage season

Professional Development

Alvernia University Theatre Club for service, activities, and self-expression

Alvernia Chorus available to enhance singing ability

The Zephyrus literary magazine for creative writing

Degree Flexibility

48-credit major with related coursework in literature, art, and music

Study abroad opportunities available

Career paths in and outside of show business: acting, directing, design, HR, PR, and business

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

These Fall 2027 enrollment dates have passed — dates for the next cycle aren't available yet.

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Common App School Website

Opens

Aug 1, 2026

Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

Official page · alvernia.edu

Submission Requirements

Transcript

Official high school transcript or GED

Bachelor Arts Theatre · alvernia.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply via Common App or Alvernia web portal; there is no cost to apply

Undergraduate applications for 2027-28 opened August 1, 2026, and review began in September 2026

Rolling admissions process

Admissions decisions typically within two weeks after a completed application is reviewed

SAT/ACT score reports are waived for the 2027-28 academic term

Enrollment

$300 confirmation deposit due by May 1, or two weeks after acceptance if accepted after May 1

Alvernia FAFSA Title IV code: 003233

What's The Process

Audition Process

BA Theatre admission is handled through Alvernia's general undergraduate application process

No theatre audition, prescreen, or portfolio is listed for admission

Contact

Admissions Office: 610-796-8269 or admissions@alvernia.edu

Program Director Nathan Thomas, PhD: 610-796-8343 or nathan.thomas@alvernia.edu

Scholarship Info

Merit Scholarships

First-year merit scholarships range from $23,000 to $29,000 per year for qualified applicants

Merit scholarships are awarded to first-time accepted, full-time students in the day academic division

At least 98% of Alvernia students receive some form of financial aid

Theatre Award

First-year students who enroll and continue in the Alvernia University Theatre major receive $1,000 per year

Students must meet satisfactory academic progress to remain eligible

Financial Aid

FAFSA required for need-based aid; Alvernia Title IV code: 003233

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.41

Admit rate

58%

school-wide

Grad rate

56%

Enrollment

2.2K

Earnings

$55K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$49,470

Before aid

Average net price

$28,138

After aid

Tuition Residential Costs · alvernia.edu College Scorecard

Training

Liberal arts-based theatre education emphasizing skill, craft, and creative habits

Guided by Franciscan values of service, humility, and community

Complete one of two 9-credit curriculum options: Acting/Directing or Design/Technical Theatre

Performance & Productions

Major works including Shakespeare, Chekhov, Sophocles, and world premieres of new plays

Performances in Francis Hall Theatre

Broadway veterans Timothy Shew and Jane Brockman directed Alvernia's 2026 production of Godspell, staged in collaboration with community members

Student-initiated projects supported beyond the mainstage season

Professional Development

Alvernia University Theatre Club for service, activities, and self-expression

Alvernia Chorus available to enhance singing ability

The Zephyrus literary magazine for creative writing

Degree Flexibility

48-credit major with related coursework in literature, art, and music

Study abroad opportunities available

Career paths in and outside of show business: acting, directing, design, HR, PR, and business

Updated Aug 27, 6:37 PM