California State University, Los Angeles
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING
•Acting I through advanced acting, plus voice and speech, viewpoints, and directing
•Classical acting, camera acting, un-armed stage combat, and commedia dell'arte electives
•Required production participation — all students work onstage or backstage
LOCATION
•Department in the heart of Los Angeles, center of the entertainment industry
•Opportunities to engage with LA's rich artistic community
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•120-unit BA degree with a 29-unit core theatre curriculum
•9 units of performance electives allow customization
Key Info
Good to Know
APPLICATION DETAILS
•Apply through Cal State Apply
•Fall 2026 application deadline extended to March 31, 2026
ENROLLMENT
•Must receive a grade of C or better in all core theatre courses
What's The Process
ADMISSION
•No audition or interview required for admission
•Declare the Performance Option within the BA Theatre degree
Program info updated 1d ago
TRAINING
•Acting I through advanced acting, plus voice and speech, viewpoints, and directing
•Classical acting, camera acting, un-armed stage combat, and commedia dell'arte electives
•Required production participation — all students work onstage or backstage
LOCATION
•Department in the heart of Los Angeles, center of the entertainment industry
•Opportunities to engage with LA's rich artistic community
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•120-unit BA degree with a 29-unit core theatre curriculum
•9 units of performance electives allow customization
Updated 1d ago
Academic School Information
3.25
Avg GPA (W)
91%
Admit Rate
53%
Grad Rate
19,562
Enrollment
$59,211
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$7,160
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,760
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$3,967
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.
Family Income $0 - $30k$2,877
Family Income $30k - $48k$2,974
Family Income $48k - $75k$5,002
Family Income $75k - $110k$7,355
Family Income $110k+$13,578
