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No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewScholarship PortfolioUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewScholarship PortfolioUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study Abroad

Training

5 annual mainstage theatre & dance productions plus student showcases

Perform, design, direct, and collaborate with faculty artists

Two performance spaces: Harvey M. Powers Theatre and Tustin Studio Theatre

Work with guest artists-in-residence

Notable Alumni

Graduates at Lincoln Center, The Kennedy Center, Roundabout, and Oregon Shakespeare

National tours: Fiddler on the Roof, Legally Blonde, Mamma Mia

TV credits: Homeland, Law and Order: SVU, Orange is the New Black

Advanced study at Yale, Tisch, the Actors Studio, and more

Study Abroad

Immersive experiences in China, India, and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival

School Info

Snapshot

3.62

Avg GPA (W)

29%

Admit Rate

school-wide

86%

Grad Rate

3.9K

Enrollment

$94K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$73,500

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$95,580

Before aid

Average Net Price

$40,766

After aid

Tuition Fees Financial Aid · bucknell.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 31, 12:32 AM

Program Highlights

Training

5 annual mainstage theatre & dance productions plus student showcases

Perform, design, direct, and collaborate with faculty artists

Two performance spaces: Harvey M. Powers Theatre and Tustin Studio Theatre

Work with guest artists-in-residence

Notable Alumni

Graduates at Lincoln Center, The Kennedy Center, Roundabout, and Oregon Shakespeare

National tours: Fiddler on the Roof, Legally Blonde, Mamma Mia

TV credits: Homeland, Law and Order: SVU, Orange is the New Black

Advanced study at Yale, Tisch, the Actors Studio, and more

Study Abroad

Immersive experiences in China, India, and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival

Program Highlights

Training

5 annual mainstage theatre & dance productions plus student showcases

Perform, design, direct, and collaborate with faculty artists

Two performance spaces: Harvey M. Powers Theatre and Tustin Studio Theatre

Work with guest artists-in-residence

Notable Alumni

Graduates at Lincoln Center, The Kennedy Center, Roundabout, and Oregon Shakespeare

National tours: Fiddler on the Roof, Legally Blonde, Mamma Mia

TV credits: Homeland, Law and Order: SVU, Orange is the New Black

Advanced study at Yale, Tisch, the Actors Studio, and more

Study Abroad

Immersive experiences in China, India, and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

University AppApplication

Apply

Common App Coalition App

Fee

$50

Opens

Aug 1, 2026

Deadline

Early Decision INov 1, 2026

Early Decision IIRegular DecisionJan 10, 2027

Admissions Dates Deadlines · bucknell.edu

Program AppApplication

Audition

Arts Merit Scholarship Application OpensAug 1, 2026

Scholarship Programs · bucknell.edu

Scholarship Audition, Interview, and Portfolio Requirements

Optional audition, interview, and portfolio for scholarship consideration only; they are not required for program admission.

Monologues

Requirements

Two Contrasting monologues, ~1 min each

Each monologue approximately one minute in length

Contrasting in style and tone

Additional Materials

Resume

Required

Highlights depth and dimension of experience in theatre (acting, directing, design and technology)

Letters of Recommendation

One required, from a theatre teacher, director, coach, or mentor

Must discuss creative abilities, training, and potential

Essay

Required, up to 300 words

Prompt: What are you bringing and what do you want to gain from working with the Bucknell Theatre community?

Portfolio — Design & Technology Candidates

Original artwork, drawings, paintings, technical drawings, or stage management books

Production work via slides or photographs

Arts Merit Scholarships · bucknell.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Submit all materials through the admissions application portal under the Portfolio tab

Materials can only be submitted after your application to Bucknell is submitted

Eligibility

Performance and design & technology scholars must major or minor in theatre

What's The Process

Audition Process

No audition required for admission — acceptance is through the university application process

Performance candidates present 2 contrasting monologues (~1 min each)

Optional: 16-bar song with your own recorded accompaniment

Participation in movement, voice, and improvisation workshops

Design & technology candidates present portfolio and interview with faculty

Early Decision candidates contact faculty liaison to schedule audition before application deadline

Regular Decision finalists attend Arts Merit Weekend

Virtual auditions arranged for candidates unable to attend in person

Scholarship Info

Arts Merit Scholarship

$2,500 to $20,000 annually, renewable

Financial need is not a requirement

Performance and design & technology scholars must major or minor in theatre

Performance scholars must audition for every mainstage production and, if cast, must act in it

All recipients must actively participate in department productions each semester

School Info

Snapshot

3.62

Avg GPA (W)

29%

Admit Rate

school-wide

86%

Grad Rate

3.9K

Enrollment

$94K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$73,500

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$95,580

Before aid

Average Net Price

$40,766

After aid

Tuition Fees Financial Aid · bucknell.edu College Scorecard

Training

5 annual mainstage theatre & dance productions plus student showcases

Perform, design, direct, and collaborate with faculty artists

Two performance spaces: Harvey M. Powers Theatre and Tustin Studio Theatre

Work with guest artists-in-residence

Notable Alumni

Graduates at Lincoln Center, The Kennedy Center, Roundabout, and Oregon Shakespeare

National tours: Fiddler on the Roof, Legally Blonde, Mamma Mia

TV credits: Homeland, Law and Order: SVU, Orange is the New Black

Advanced study at Yale, Tisch, the Actors Studio, and more

Study Abroad

Immersive experiences in China, India, and the Edinburgh Fringe Festival

Updated Aug 31, 12:32 AM