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Auburn

Auburn, AL

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BFA Design/Tech

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BFA Performance

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BFA Music Theatre

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BA Theatre

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BFA Theatre Management

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BFA Design/Tech

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No PrescreenNo AuditionInternal InterviewUniversity App Required

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In-Person or Virtual

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Program Recognition

•NAST (National Association of Schools of Theatre) accredited program

•Program rated in Top 25 Design and Tech Programs for 2018-19 by OnStage Blog

•Auburn was one of four US universities selected to participate in The 2012 International Stage Design Students' Work Exchange

Training

•Practical foundation in all areas of theatre production including scenic, lighting, sound, costume and property design, technical direction, and construction

•Students involved in significant production-oriented project during each semester

•Culminating senior project in specific area of design or technical interest

Notable Alumni

•Ashley Digiovanni ('22) — BFA Musical Theatre grad who built wigs for the Wicked national tour and joined Broadway's Parade as wig and hair assistant

•Mark Snell ('87) — transitioned from backstage work to leading experiential design and brand storytelling worldwide

Professional Development

•Hands-on opportunities to explore interdisciplinary possibilities and work with national and international guest artists

•Students travel nationally and internationally to attend workshops and exhibit work

•Faculty active in USITT and international organizations like World Stage Design and Prague Quadrennial

•Foundation for careers in theatre as well as related fields such as film, television, and concert tours

Academic info

Snapshot

4.09

Avg GPA (W)

46%

Admit Rate

school-wide

81%

Grad Rate

26.8K

Enrollment

$65K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Average Annual Cost

$24,323

after typical aid

In-State Tuition

$12,890

before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$34,922

before aid

Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.

$0-30k$16,681

$30-48k$17,627

$48-75k$20,558

$75-110k$25,808

$110k+$29,547

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Program info updated May 31, 3:39 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•NAST (National Association of Schools of Theatre) accredited program

•Program rated in Top 25 Design and Tech Programs for 2018-19 by OnStage Blog

•Auburn was one of four US universities selected to participate in The 2012 International Stage Design Students' Work Exchange

Training

•Practical foundation in all areas of theatre production including scenic, lighting, sound, costume and property design, technical direction, and construction

•Students involved in significant production-oriented project during each semester

•Culminating senior project in specific area of design or technical interest

Notable Alumni

•Ashley Digiovanni ('22) — BFA Musical Theatre grad who built wigs for the Wicked national tour and joined Broadway's Parade as wig and hair assistant

•Mark Snell ('87) — transitioned from backstage work to leading experiential design and brand storytelling worldwide

Professional Development

•Hands-on opportunities to explore interdisciplinary possibilities and work with national and international guest artists

•Students travel nationally and internationally to attend workshops and exhibit work

•Faculty active in USITT and international organizations like World Stage Design and Prague Quadrennial

•Foundation for careers in theatre as well as related fields such as film, television, and concert tours

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•NAST (National Association of Schools of Theatre) accredited program

•Program rated in Top 25 Design and Tech Programs for 2018-19 by OnStage Blog

•Auburn was one of four US universities selected to participate in The 2012 International Stage Design Students' Work Exchange

Training

•Practical foundation in all areas of theatre production including scenic, lighting, sound, costume and property design, technical direction, and construction

•Students involved in significant production-oriented project during each semester

•Culminating senior project in specific area of design or technical interest

Notable Alumni

•Ashley Digiovanni ('22) — BFA Musical Theatre grad who built wigs for the Wicked national tour and joined Broadway's Parade as wig and hair assistant

•Mark Snell ('87) — transitioned from backstage work to leading experiential design and brand storytelling worldwide

Professional Development

•Hands-on opportunities to explore interdisciplinary possibilities and work with national and international guest artists

•Students travel nationally and internationally to attend workshops and exhibit work

•Faculty active in USITT and international organizations like World Stage Design and Prague Quadrennial

•Foundation for careers in theatre as well as related fields such as film, television, and concert tours

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Fees

Domestic Fee

$50Waiver

International Fee

$60Waiver

Deadline

Early Action Round 1Sep 15, 2026

Early Action Round 2Oct 15, 2026

Early Action Round 3Nov 15, 2026

Final Early Action Admission DeadlineDec 1, 2026

Regular Admission DeadlineFeb 1, 2027

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Acceptd

Deadline

Acceptd Materials DeadlineOct 7, 2026

Auditions

Scholarship Day/Open HouseOct 17, 2026

Virtual Presentation & Interview DeadlineNov 13, 2026

Post-Enrollment Audition Requirements

No interview is required for the initial application. This is an internal program gate students complete after enrolling at the university.Gateway source

Portfolio

•Prepare and present a portfolio of design and production work

•Include examples from realized theatre productions and class projects when available

•Materials may include research, organizational paperwork, visual production documentation, sketches, renderings, drafting, pattern drafts, lighting plots, lighting sections, or other design paperwork

•Work that demonstrates process as well as final product is encouraged

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Application Logistics

•Applications and audition submissions open August 1 each year through Acceptd

•Next application cycle opens August 1, 2026

•Incoming students may use Scholarship Day for departmental scholarship consideration

Eligibility

•Must indicate theatre as intended major when applying to Auburn University

Admission Pathway

•Students begin in the BA Theatre during the first two years

•Entrance into the BFA Design and Technology program is through portfolio review and interview in spring of sophomore year

•First two years focus on broader theatre education, technical skills, design/tech coursework, and main-stage production work

Program Requirements

•Minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA for BFA consideration

•Completion of departmental production participation is required before BFA review

Important Notes

•Students are not required to audition to declare a theatre major

•BFA admission is by portfolio review and interview in spring of sophomore year

What's The Process

Audition Process

•Incoming design/tech applicants may present a portfolio and interview for departmental scholarship consideration

•On-campus Scholarship Day/open-house event is October 17, 2026

•Virtual presentation/interview option is available by arrangement before November 13, 2026

Audition Expectations

•Interviews, presentations, class experience, and tours begin at 9:00 a.m. Central Time during Scholarship Day

•Portfolio materials may include realized productions, class projects, research material, organizational paperwork, and visual documentation

Post-Enrollment

•Entrance into the BFA Design and Technology program is through portfolio review and interview in spring of sophomore year

•Candidates must demonstrate creative potential, maintain at least a 2.8 cumulative GPA, and complete departmental production participation

Scholarship Info

Departmental Scholarship

•One-year departmental scholarship awards are available to outstanding students who participate in on-site or virtual interviews and portfolio presentations

Eligibility

•Open to students intending to major in Theatre who have maintained a 3.0 GPA

University Scholarships

•Must also register through AUSOM for college- and university-level scholarship consideration

•Larger scholarship amounts are awarded through AUSOM at the College of Liberal Arts and university level

Academic info

Snapshot

4.09

Avg GPA (W)

46%

Admit Rate

school-wide

81%

Grad Rate

26.8K

Enrollment

$65K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Average Annual Cost

$24,323

after typical aid

In-State Tuition

$12,890

before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$34,922

before aid

Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.

$0-30k$16,681

$30-48k$17,627

$48-75k$20,558

$75-110k$25,808

$110k+$29,547

View full data on College Scorecard

Program Recognition

•NAST (National Association of Schools of Theatre) accredited program

•Program rated in Top 25 Design and Tech Programs for 2018-19 by OnStage Blog

•Auburn was one of four US universities selected to participate in The 2012 International Stage Design Students' Work Exchange

Training

•Practical foundation in all areas of theatre production including scenic, lighting, sound, costume and property design, technical direction, and construction

•Students involved in significant production-oriented project during each semester

•Culminating senior project in specific area of design or technical interest

Notable Alumni

•Ashley Digiovanni ('22) — BFA Musical Theatre grad who built wigs for the Wicked national tour and joined Broadway's Parade as wig and hair assistant

•Mark Snell ('87) — transitioned from backstage work to leading experiential design and brand storytelling worldwide

Professional Development

•Hands-on opportunities to explore interdisciplinary possibilities and work with national and international guest artists

•Students travel nationally and internationally to attend workshops and exhibit work

•Faculty active in USITT and international organizations like World Stage Design and Prague Quadrennial

•Foundation for careers in theatre as well as related fields such as film, television, and concert tours

Updated May 31, 3:39 PM

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