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Carnegie Mellon University

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Program

BFA Drama

Concentration

Program snapshot

Admissions
Prescreen RequiredNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required
Audition format
Virtual Only
Program profile
Under 12 Students

Program Recognition
Part of the first degree-granting drama program in the U.S. (1914)
Small, individualized program with customizable coursework
Training
Seven dedicated dramaturgy courses plus coursework in directing, playwriting, design, and theatre history
Skills applicable across production dramaturgy, playwriting, screenwriting, directing, casting, marketing, and arts administration
Performance & Productions
Every student works on at least three School of Drama productions beginning sophomore year
Access to the school's ambitious 14-18 production season plus lab productions
Notable Alumni
Alesia Etinoff — LA-based writer/comedian; created 'Young Writers to Watch' Program with the Television Academy
Professional Development
Annual NYC and LA showcases for graduating seniors across all disciplines
Access to world-class faculty across all drama disciplines and top-flight research facilities

Updated Apr 30, 2:12 AM