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Transfer In Friendly5-12Teacher Cert

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BA Theatre Education

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Program profile

Transfer In Friendly5-12Teacher Cert

Teacher Licensure

Leads to Massachusetts Teacher of Theatre licensure (grades 5-12)

Combined major with Secondary Education prepares graduates for classroom teaching

Courses include Teaching Strategies for Theatre K-12 and Directing the Secondary School Musical

Training & Productions

4 mainstage productions annually in the 1,300-seat Rondileau Student Union Auditorium

Ensemble Theatre sponsors student-directed studio productions and workshops

Practical experience through stage management, technical theatre, and costume practica

Program Breadth

Curriculum spans acting, directing, design, playwriting, and applied theatre

Children's Theatre and Applied Theatre and Community Engagement courses build versatile educators

School Info

Snapshot

3.35

Avg GPA (W)

88%

Admit Rate

school-wide

53%

Grad Rate

7.8K

Enrollment

$57K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$12,194

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$18,334

Before aid

Average Net Price

$16,383

After aid

Tuition And Fees · bridgew.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Jul 25, 8:42 PM

Program Highlights

Teacher Licensure

Leads to Massachusetts Teacher of Theatre licensure (grades 5-12)

Combined major with Secondary Education prepares graduates for classroom teaching

Courses include Teaching Strategies for Theatre K-12 and Directing the Secondary School Musical

Training & Productions

4 mainstage productions annually in the 1,300-seat Rondileau Student Union Auditorium

Ensemble Theatre sponsors student-directed studio productions and workshops

Practical experience through stage management, technical theatre, and costume practica

Program Breadth

Curriculum spans acting, directing, design, playwriting, and applied theatre

Children's Theatre and Applied Theatre and Community Engagement courses build versatile educators

Program Highlights

Teacher Licensure

Leads to Massachusetts Teacher of Theatre licensure (grades 5-12)

Combined major with Secondary Education prepares graduates for classroom teaching

Courses include Teaching Strategies for Theatre K-12 and Directing the Secondary School Musical

Training & Productions

4 mainstage productions annually in the 1,300-seat Rondileau Student Union Auditorium

Ensemble Theatre sponsors student-directed studio productions and workshops

Practical experience through stage management, technical theatre, and costume practica

Program Breadth

Curriculum spans acting, directing, design, playwriting, and applied theatre

Children's Theatre and Applied Theatre and Community Engagement courses build versatile educators

Key Info

Enrollment Term

University AppApplication

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Common App School Website

Fee

$50

Deadline

First-year applicants

Fall 2027 first-year early action deadlineNov 15, 2026

Fall 2027 first-year regular decision priority deadlineFeb 15, 2027

Transfer applicants

Fall 2027 transfer priority deadlineAug 1, 2027

First Year Applicants · bridgew.edu Transfer Applicants · bridgew.edu

Submission Requirements

Transcript (Required)

Ask your school counselor to send an official high school transcript directly to Bridgewater State

Scores / GPA (Optional)

SAT or ACT scores are optional

Essay / Statement (Optional)

Submit an essay on a topic of your choice or a Common Application prompt

Recommendation (Optional)

Recommendation letters are welcomed but not required

Academic Programs · bridgew.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Dual Major Requirement

Must declare Secondary Education, BA as a second major for teacher licensure

Refer to Educator Preparation and Licensure Policies for additional requirements

Eligibility

Open to all admitted BSU students

No separate department application required

Transfer Pathway

CC2BSU participants who complete an associate degree at Bristol or Massasoit receive guaranteed admission and enter BSU as juniors. Bridgewater still requires at least half of the BA Theatre Education major coursework to be completed at BSU.

Official page · cc2bsu.bridgew.edu

What's The Process

No Audition Required

Admission is through the university application process only

No audition, portfolio, or interview required for program entry

All students may audition for department productions once enrolled

School Info

Snapshot

3.35

Avg GPA (W)

88%

Admit Rate

school-wide

53%

Grad Rate

7.8K

Enrollment

$57K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$12,194

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$18,334

Before aid

Average Net Price

$16,383

After aid

Tuition And Fees · bridgew.edu College Scorecard

Teacher Licensure

Leads to Massachusetts Teacher of Theatre licensure (grades 5-12)

Combined major with Secondary Education prepares graduates for classroom teaching

Courses include Teaching Strategies for Theatre K-12 and Directing the Secondary School Musical

Training & Productions

4 mainstage productions annually in the 1,300-seat Rondileau Student Union Auditorium

Ensemble Theatre sponsors student-directed studio productions and workshops

Practical experience through stage management, technical theatre, and costume practica

Program Breadth

Curriculum spans acting, directing, design, playwriting, and applied theatre

Children's Theatre and Applied Theatre and Community Engagement courses build versatile educators

Updated Jul 25, 8:42 PM