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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
•Liberal arts BA exploring directing, playwriting, dramaturgy, theatre history, theory, and criticism
•Open-enrollment entry with proficiency demonstrated in a chosen focus area
•Two tracks available: Theatre Arts Studies and Design & Technology
TRAINING & OPPORTUNITIES
•Design & Technology track covers scenic, costume, lighting, sound, props, hair & makeup, technical direction, and stage management
•4th Wall Dramaturgy program provides hands-on production dramaturgy experience
•Study abroad opportunities through BYU international programs
•Mainstage and studio productions offer practical directing and playwriting labs
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Neil LaBute — award-winning playwright and filmmaker (In the Company of Men, The Shape of Things)
•Aaron Eckhart — Golden Globe-nominated actor (The Dark Knight, Erin Brockovich), BYU BFA graduate who began collaborating with LaBute at BYU
Key Info
University AppApplication
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Deadlines
PriorityNov 3, 2025
Regular DecisionDec 15, 2025
Fee
$35Waiver
Good to Know
Open enrollment major - no application or audition process required beyond university admission
What's The Process
•No audition required for program admission
•Students simply declare the major through mymap.byu.edu or by contacting CFAC Advisement Center
•Request processed in 1-2 business days after submission
Scholarship Info
•TMA Student Scholarships — annual deadline September 30, apply at form.jotform.com/byutma
•TMA Student Grants — available Fall, Winter, Spring/Summer for research, internships, conferences, auditions, grad school fees
•TMA Emergency Scholarships — continuous application available
•All TMA majors/minors eligible (including pre-majors)
•Awards applied directly to student financial account
Program info updated 2 days ago
Academic School Information
3.90
Avg GPA (W)
69%
Admit Rate
80%
Grad Rate
32,221
Enrollment
$75,790
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$6,496
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$14,487
after typical aid
Average annual cost is often lower than tuition because it accounts for grants and scholarships most students receive. It includes tuition, room & board, books, and supplies.
Annual Cost by Family Income
Family Income $0 - $30k$9,531
Family Income $30k - $48k$10,224
Family Income $48k - $75k$12,374
Family Income $75k - $110k$16,389
Family Income $110k+$20,042
