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Bowie State University

Bowie, MD

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Admissions

No PrescreenInternal AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

25-40 Students

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenInternal AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

25-40 Students

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BS Theatre Arts

Acting & Directing

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenInternal AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

25-40 Students

Program Recognition

Award-winning BSU Theatre: production of PIPELINE won 12 national awards at the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival

First HBCU in Maryland (founded 1865) with a nationally recognized theatre program

Training

Coursework in acting, directing, stagecraft, children's theatre, dance, and playwriting

Mid-point portfolio evaluation at ~60 credits; Senior Capstone Project with cumulative portfolio

Performance & Productions

2 Main Stage and 2 Black Box productions per season, plus student-produced work and the annual 10-Minute Play Festival

Housed in the Fine and Performing Arts Center, a 123,500 sq ft facility featuring the 374-seat Dionne Warwick Theater, a reconfigurable Black Box Theatre, and a Movement Studio

Notable Alumni

Myles Frost — 2022 Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for MJ the Musical

Jovan Adepo — starred in Fences, Overlord, and Watchmen

Location

Minutes from Washington, DC, and Baltimore, providing access to professional theatre, internships, and industry connections

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.16

Admit rate

72%

school-wide

Grad rate

38%

Enrollment

Earnings

$55K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$10,206

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$21,414

Before aid

Average net price

$19,298

After aid

Tuition And Fees · bowiestate.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 5d ago

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Award-winning BSU Theatre: production of PIPELINE won 12 national awards at the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival

First HBCU in Maryland (founded 1865) with a nationally recognized theatre program

Training

Coursework in acting, directing, stagecraft, children's theatre, dance, and playwriting

Mid-point portfolio evaluation at ~60 credits; Senior Capstone Project with cumulative portfolio

Performance & Productions

2 Main Stage and 2 Black Box productions per season, plus student-produced work and the annual 10-Minute Play Festival

Housed in the Fine and Performing Arts Center, a 123,500 sq ft facility featuring the 374-seat Dionne Warwick Theater, a reconfigurable Black Box Theatre, and a Movement Studio

Notable Alumni

Myles Frost — 2022 Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for MJ the Musical

Jovan Adepo — starred in Fences, Overlord, and Watchmen

Location

Minutes from Washington, DC, and Baltimore, providing access to professional theatre, internships, and industry connections

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Award-winning BSU Theatre: production of PIPELINE won 12 national awards at the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival

First HBCU in Maryland (founded 1865) with a nationally recognized theatre program

Training

Coursework in acting, directing, stagecraft, children's theatre, dance, and playwriting

Mid-point portfolio evaluation at ~60 credits; Senior Capstone Project with cumulative portfolio

Performance & Productions

2 Main Stage and 2 Black Box productions per season, plus student-produced work and the annual 10-Minute Play Festival

Housed in the Fine and Performing Arts Center, a 123,500 sq ft facility featuring the 374-seat Dionne Warwick Theater, a reconfigurable Black Box Theatre, and a Movement Studio

Notable Alumni

Myles Frost — 2022 Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for MJ the Musical

Jovan Adepo — starred in Fences, Overlord, and Watchmen

Location

Minutes from Washington, DC, and Baltimore, providing access to professional theatre, internships, and industry connections

Key Info

Enrollment Term

University AppApplication

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Deadline

Fall 2027 international applicant outside the U.S.Jun 1, 2027

First-year applicants

Fall 2027 freshman early admission decisionDec 1, 2026

Fall 2027 freshman priority admissionFeb 15, 2027

Fall 2027 freshman regular admissionJun 1, 2027

Transfer applicants

Fall 2027 international transfer applicant in the U.S.Jul 1, 2027

Fall 2027 transfer priority admissionAug 1, 2027

Freshman Admissions · bowiestate.edu Transfer Admissions · bowiestate.edu International Admissions · bowiestate.edu

Post-Enrollment Audition Requirements

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

Transcript (Required)

Send an official high school transcript through Parchment or have a counselor email it to Bowie State Admissions

Scores / GPA (Optional)

Standardized test scores are optional for general admission; Honors applicants must submit scores

Program Requirements · bowiestate.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply through Bowie State University's online application portal

No separate audition or arts supplement required

Eligibility

Test-optional admissions policy

Fall enrollment available

Enrollment

Continuous assessment through production auditions, performance reviews, and portfolio development

Mid-point portfolio evaluation at approximately 60 credits

Senior Capstone Project and Senior Portfolio Assessment required for graduation

Program Requirements

Minimum 420 hours in performance and technical crew work (52.5 hours per 15-week semester)

Participate in at least 3 off-campus and 4 on-campus auditions annually

Minimum grade of C required in all theatre and dance courses

What's The Process

Post-Enrollment Audition

University admission does not require a separate theatre or dance audition

Program assessment begins with an audition at the onset of the freshman year

Bowie State does not publish a separate date or preparation requirements for this internal audition

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.16

Admit rate

72%

school-wide

Grad rate

38%

Enrollment

Earnings

$55K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$10,206

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$21,414

Before aid

Average net price

$19,298

After aid

Tuition And Fees · bowiestate.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

Award-winning BSU Theatre: production of PIPELINE won 12 national awards at the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival

First HBCU in Maryland (founded 1865) with a nationally recognized theatre program

Training

Coursework in acting, directing, stagecraft, children's theatre, dance, and playwriting

Mid-point portfolio evaluation at ~60 credits; Senior Capstone Project with cumulative portfolio

Performance & Productions

2 Main Stage and 2 Black Box productions per season, plus student-produced work and the annual 10-Minute Play Festival

Housed in the Fine and Performing Arts Center, a 123,500 sq ft facility featuring the 374-seat Dionne Warwick Theater, a reconfigurable Black Box Theatre, and a Movement Studio

Notable Alumni

Myles Frost — 2022 Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for MJ the Musical

Jovan Adepo — starred in Fences, Overlord, and Watchmen

Location

Minutes from Washington, DC, and Baltimore, providing access to professional theatre, internships, and industry connections

Updated 5d ago