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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
26,816
Enrollment
$65,337
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
Program info updated 3d ago
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 3d ago
