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Cert. Acting

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Training

Focused acting certificate covering fundamentals, improvisation, on-camera technique, and vocal production

16–18 unit program completable in two semesters

Can be pursued alongside the AA-T in Theatre Arts

Performance opportunities at the Taube Atrium Theater and Z Space

Faculty active in professional theatre and media in the Bay Area

Elective options include directing, Shakespeare, and performance projects in comedy, drama, classical, and tragedy

School Info

Snapshot

40%

Grad Rate

17.3K

Enrollment

$46K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$1,710

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$16,110

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$33,225

Before aid

Average Net Price

$6,906

After aid

04 17 25 25 26 Coa All Groups Including Summer 26 Va Budget.Pdf · ccsf.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Jul 25, 8:31 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Focused acting certificate covering fundamentals, improvisation, on-camera technique, and vocal production

16–18 unit program completable in two semesters

Can be pursued alongside the AA-T in Theatre Arts

Performance opportunities at the Taube Atrium Theater and Z Space

Faculty active in professional theatre and media in the Bay Area

Elective options include directing, Shakespeare, and performance projects in comedy, drama, classical, and tragedy

Program Highlights

Training

Focused acting certificate covering fundamentals, improvisation, on-camera technique, and vocal production

16–18 unit program completable in two semesters

Can be pursued alongside the AA-T in Theatre Arts

Performance opportunities at the Taube Atrium Theater and Z Space

Faculty active in professional theatre and media in the Bay Area

Elective options include directing, Shakespeare, and performance projects in comedy, drama, classical, and tragedy

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Spring 2027

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Fee

International Fee

$50

Deadline

Spring 2027 New International Student DeadlineOct 1, 2026

Spring 2027 International Transfer-In DeadlineNov 1, 2026

Spring 2027 International Change-of-Status or OPT Returning DeadlineNov 1, 2026

Regular DecisionRolling

Admissions International Students · ccsf.edu

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply online via CCCApply at ccsf.edu/apply-ccsf

Domestic applicants pay no application fee; international applicants pay $50

Free tuition for eligible San Francisco residents

Enrollment

Rolling admissions — fall and spring entry

Required courses are offered in specific semesters; check the schedule for availability

TH A 201–204 (Play Rehearsal and Presentation) electives require audition or department approval

These are optional electives, not admission requirements

What's The Process

Audition Process

No audition required — open enrollment

Apply through CCCApply and register for classes

Scholarship Info

Scholarships

Michael J. Griffith Memorial Scholarships are awarded annually to students pursuing a CCSF Theatre Arts acting certificate or transfer degree

The latest department posting is for Fall 2025 with a November 22, 2025 deadline; a newer cycle has not yet been published

School Info

Snapshot

40%

Grad Rate

17.3K

Enrollment

$46K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$1,710

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$16,110

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$33,225

Before aid

Average Net Price

$6,906

After aid

04 17 25 25 26 Coa All Groups Including Summer 26 Va Budget.Pdf · ccsf.edu College Scorecard

Training

Focused acting certificate covering fundamentals, improvisation, on-camera technique, and vocal production

16–18 unit program completable in two semesters

Can be pursued alongside the AA-T in Theatre Arts

Performance opportunities at the Taube Atrium Theater and Z Space

Faculty active in professional theatre and media in the Bay Area

Elective options include directing, Shakespeare, and performance projects in comedy, drama, classical, and tragedy

Updated Jul 25, 8:31 PM