Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Study Abroad
Program Highlights
PROGRAM FLEXIBILITY
•Flexible degree path covering technical theater, playwriting, stage management, directing, applied theater, and education
•Add a minor, double major, or study abroad while completing the degree
•Original capstone project brings personal passions to life
PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTION
•All performance classes, program activities, and mainstage auditions open to BA students
•Direct experience as writers, designers, technicians, stage managers, and performers
•Productions directed by professional guest artists from Philadelphia
HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE
•Internship opportunities with professional theater companies in Greater Philadelphia
•Student performing groups: Improv Club, Cabaret Club, Knight Club
STUDY ABROAD
•Theater Arts students have studied in the United Kingdom, Australia, South Africa, Italy, and other destinations
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Apply atSchool Website
Deadlines
PriorityJan 15, 2026
Rolling
Fee
$50Waiver
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply via Common App or Arcadia's direct application
•No separate audition portal required
What's The Process
NO AUDITION REQUIRED
•Admission through the university application process
•No portfolio or audition materials needed
Program info updated 7h ago
PROGRAM FLEXIBILITY
•Flexible degree path covering technical theater, playwriting, stage management, directing, applied theater, and education
•Add a minor, double major, or study abroad while completing the degree
•Original capstone project brings personal passions to life
PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTION
•All performance classes, program activities, and mainstage auditions open to BA students
•Direct experience as writers, designers, technicians, stage managers, and performers
•Productions directed by professional guest artists from Philadelphia
HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE
•Internship opportunities with professional theater companies in Greater Philadelphia
•Student performing groups: Improv Club, Cabaret Club, Knight Club
STUDY ABROAD
•Theater Arts students have studied in the United Kingdom, Australia, South Africa, Italy, and other destinations
Updated 7h ago
Academic School Information
3.33
Avg GPA (W)
80%
Admit Rate
65%
Grad Rate
1,948
Enrollment
$58,336
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$49,610
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$29,466
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$23,127
Family Income $30k - $48k$25,388
Family Income $48k - $75k$25,978
Family Income $75k - $110k$28,654
Family Income $110k+$34,339
