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BA Theatre

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Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewUniversity App Required

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BA Theatre

Concentration

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Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewUniversity App Required

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BA Theatre

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewUniversity App Required

Program Recognition

NAST-accredited theatre program

Housed in the Fowler Center performing arts complex

Training

Broad curriculum spanning acting, directing, design, theatre history, and dramatic literature

Flexible elective structure lets students tailor their focus and pursue internships

Performance & Productions

4 productions per season (musicals, classics, and contemporary plays) across two venues: the 344-seat Drama Theatre and flexible Simpson Theatre black box

Students contribute both onstage and behind the scenes from freshman year, earning academic credit

Facilities

Light Lab with intelligent LED fixtures and consoles; Design Lab with iMacs and professional software

Costume Shop (14 Bernina machines, embroidery station) and Scene Shop (3D printer, full tool inventory)

Degree Flexibility

General BA path allows exploration across performance, design, and directing without locking into a single emphasis

School Info

Snapshot

3.49

Avg GPA (W)

82%

Admit Rate

school-wide

55%

Grad Rate

9.1K

Enrollment

$43K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$10,430

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$18,740

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$29,854

Before aid

Average Net Price

$12,366

After aid

Undergraduate Students · astate.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Jul 26, 8:30 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NAST-accredited theatre program

Housed in the Fowler Center performing arts complex

Training

Broad curriculum spanning acting, directing, design, theatre history, and dramatic literature

Flexible elective structure lets students tailor their focus and pursue internships

Performance & Productions

4 productions per season (musicals, classics, and contemporary plays) across two venues: the 344-seat Drama Theatre and flexible Simpson Theatre black box

Students contribute both onstage and behind the scenes from freshman year, earning academic credit

Facilities

Light Lab with intelligent LED fixtures and consoles; Design Lab with iMacs and professional software

Costume Shop (14 Bernina machines, embroidery station) and Scene Shop (3D printer, full tool inventory)

Degree Flexibility

General BA path allows exploration across performance, design, and directing without locking into a single emphasis

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NAST-accredited theatre program

Housed in the Fowler Center performing arts complex

Training

Broad curriculum spanning acting, directing, design, theatre history, and dramatic literature

Flexible elective structure lets students tailor their focus and pursue internships

Performance & Productions

4 productions per season (musicals, classics, and contemporary plays) across two venues: the 344-seat Drama Theatre and flexible Simpson Theatre black box

Students contribute both onstage and behind the scenes from freshman year, earning academic credit

Facilities

Light Lab with intelligent LED fixtures and consoles; Design Lab with iMacs and professional software

Costume Shop (14 Bernina machines, embroidery station) and Scene Shop (3D printer, full tool inventory)

Degree Flexibility

General BA path allows exploration across performance, design, and directing without locking into a single emphasis

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Fee

$30

Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

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Dates

Dates TBA

Theatre Scholarshipauditions · kb.astate.edu

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply to Arkansas State through the undergraduate admissions application

University application fee is $30; waiver requests are available

Admission requirements list a 3.0 GPA (2.0 for transfer students)

Important Notes

Scholarship auditions/interviews may be completed in person or via Zoom, Google Meets, or Teams

Use the department scholarship sign-up form to reserve January 20, March 13, or April 10, 2026

If you cannot attend a listed date, contact Dallas Martinez at dalmartinez@astate.edu or theatre@astate.edu to discuss alternate options

What's The Process

No audition required for program admission

Optional scholarship auditions available for Theatre Department scholarships

Students may audition for productions after enrollment (open to all A-State students)

Scholarship Info

Theatre Department Scholarships

Available through audition or interview

AUDITION: one monologue from a published play, 30-60 seconds, memorized, age-appropriate, no accents

INTERVIEW: Bring PORTFOLIO and/or resume with materials representing artistic range and skills

In person or via Zoom/Google Meets/Teams

Scholarship Requirements

Must be a declared Theatre major with 3.0+ GPA in Theatre courses

Participate in at least three productions annually

Theatre Guild Scholarship

Awarded annually to outstanding students showing potential for a theatre career

Deadline

Rolling — based on scholarship offer date

School Info

Snapshot

3.49

Avg GPA (W)

82%

Admit Rate

school-wide

55%

Grad Rate

9.1K

Enrollment

$43K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$10,430

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$18,740

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$29,854

Before aid

Average Net Price

$12,366

After aid

Undergraduate Students · astate.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

NAST-accredited theatre program

Housed in the Fowler Center performing arts complex

Training

Broad curriculum spanning acting, directing, design, theatre history, and dramatic literature

Flexible elective structure lets students tailor their focus and pursue internships

Performance & Productions

4 productions per season (musicals, classics, and contemporary plays) across two venues: the 344-seat Drama Theatre and flexible Simpson Theatre black box

Students contribute both onstage and behind the scenes from freshman year, earning academic credit

Facilities

Light Lab with intelligent LED fixtures and consoles; Design Lab with iMacs and professional software

Costume Shop (14 Bernina machines, embroidery station) and Scene Shop (3D printer, full tool inventory)

Degree Flexibility

General BA path allows exploration across performance, design, and directing without locking into a single emphasis

Updated Jul 26, 8:30 PM