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Chipola College

Marianna, FL

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No PrescreenNo AuditionScholarship InterviewScholarship PortfolioUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

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No PrescreenNo AuditionScholarship InterviewScholarship PortfolioUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

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AS Theatre and Entertainment Technology

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionScholarship InterviewScholarship PortfolioUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

Transfer Out

Program Recognition

2-year Associate in Science workforce degree in theatre and entertainment technology

Prepares students for careers in stagecraft, lighting, audio, and technical production

Chipola Theatre is well known throughout the Southeast for excellent arts education

Training

Hands-on production experience in the Dr. Gene Prough Center for the Arts

Innovative production season includes classic and modern material, adaptations of literature, storytelling, comedy improv, and musical theatre

Tradition of superior ratings by the Florida College System Activities Association

Serves more than 6,500 patrons yearly

School info

Snapshot

Grad rate

53%

Enrollment

1.3K

Earnings

$37K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$3,120

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$8,950

Before aid

Average net price

$1,133

After aid

College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 25, 10:23 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

2-year Associate in Science workforce degree in theatre and entertainment technology

Prepares students for careers in stagecraft, lighting, audio, and technical production

Chipola Theatre is well known throughout the Southeast for excellent arts education

Training

Hands-on production experience in the Dr. Gene Prough Center for the Arts

Innovative production season includes classic and modern material, adaptations of literature, storytelling, comedy improv, and musical theatre

Tradition of superior ratings by the Florida College System Activities Association

Serves more than 6,500 patrons yearly

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

2-year Associate in Science workforce degree in theatre and entertainment technology

Prepares students for careers in stagecraft, lighting, audio, and technical production

Chipola Theatre is well known throughout the Southeast for excellent arts education

Training

Hands-on production experience in the Dr. Gene Prough Center for the Arts

Innovative production season includes classic and modern material, adaptations of literature, storytelling, comedy improv, and musical theatre

Tradition of superior ratings by the Florida College System Activities Association

Serves more than 6,500 patrons yearly

Key Info

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Deadline

College Application DeadlineAug 12, 2027

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Technical Production Scholarships · chipola.edu

Scholarship Interview and Portfolio Requirements

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

Portfolio (for Scholarship Interview)

Present previous work such as design drawings, renderings, sketches, photographs, or samples; be prepared to explain each portfolio piece and production process

Resume (for Scholarship Interview)

Include theatre experience from high school, college, or community settings, plus construction, electricity, design, art, costuming, training, and coursework

Letters of Recommendation (for Scholarship Interview)

Two letters should address talent, character, work ethic, independent work, follow-through, and academic ability

Technical Production Scholarships · chipola.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply online through the college admissions portal

No application fee

Submit the Fine Arts Scholarship Interest Form to be considered

Scholarship monies are limited; early applications encouraged

Enrollment

Open-door admissions policy; open to all students 18+ or high school/GED graduates

Rolling admissions with term-based enrollment

Theatre majors should contact a member of the theatre faculty for registration

Transfer Pathway

Chipola identifies the AS Theatre and Entertainment Technology degree as transferable while also preparing students for technical-theatre employment; students should confirm course alignment with the intended university.

Theatretech · chipola.edu

What's The Process

Audition Process

Chipola College has an open-door admissions policy

No audition or prescreen required for program admission

Optional interview and portfolio review for talent scholarship consideration

Interview scheduled after submitting the Fine Arts Scholarship Interest Form

Interview is with the Director of Technical Theatre

Must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment at Chipola College

Scholarship Info

Talent Scholarships

Scholarships in various amounts, up to full tuition and fees

Awarded on the basis of talent and academic record

Technical production candidates interview with the Director of Technical Theatre and present a portfolio of previous work

Must have a GPA of 2.0 (C) or better

Apply via the Fine Arts Scholarship Interest Form

Scholarship monies are limited; early applications encouraged

School info

Snapshot

Grad rate

53%

Enrollment

1.3K

Earnings

$37K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$3,120

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$8,950

Before aid

Average net price

$1,133

After aid

College Scorecard

Program Recognition

2-year Associate in Science workforce degree in theatre and entertainment technology

Prepares students for careers in stagecraft, lighting, audio, and technical production

Chipola Theatre is well known throughout the Southeast for excellent arts education

Training

Hands-on production experience in the Dr. Gene Prough Center for the Arts

Innovative production season includes classic and modern material, adaptations of literature, storytelling, comedy improv, and musical theatre

Tradition of superior ratings by the Florida College System Activities Association

Serves more than 6,500 patrons yearly

Updated Aug 25, 10:23 PM