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BFA Drama
Concentration
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BFA Drama
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BFA Drama
Video & Media Design
Program snapshot
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Highly SelectiveUnder 12 StudentsProgram Recognition
•Part of the first degree-granting drama program in the U.S. (1914)
•Focus on media and projection design for live events — a growing specialization in the industry
Training
•Flexible curriculum allows exploration of multiple design disciplines within and outside the School of Drama
•Students participate fully in the school's ambitious production season
•Access to Carnegie Mellon's strengths in computer science, robotics, and technology
Notable Alumni
•Kevan Loney (MFA '16) — projection designer and VFX artist; credits include the 2022 Grammy Awards, Super Bowl Halftime Show, and Broadway's The Sound Inside and Be More Chill
Professional Development
•Annual NYC and LA showcases for graduating seniors across all disciplines
•Professional applications across theatre, live events, broadcast, and immersive entertainment
Facilities
•John Wells Video Studio (sound stage) plus dedicated design studios in the Purnell Center for the Arts
Degree Flexibility
•Many students minor or double major in areas like Global Studies, History, Computer Science, or Art
•Students encouraged to build a unique interdisciplinary course of study
Academic info
Snapshot
3.89
Avg GPA
12%
Admit Rate
school-wide
93%
Grad Rate
7.3K
Enrollment
$115K
Earnings
10yr after
Costs & Aid
Average Annual Cost
$31,944
after typical aid
Tuition & Fees
$66,246
before aid
Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.
$0-30k$9,097
$30-48k$6,994
$48-75k$14,468
$75-110k$24,865
$110k+$51,480
Program info updated Apr 30, 2:12 AM
Program Highlights
Program Recognition
•Part of the first degree-granting drama program in the U.S. (1914)
•Focus on media and projection design for live events — a growing specialization in the industry
Training
•Flexible curriculum allows exploration of multiple design disciplines within and outside the School of Drama
•Students participate fully in the school's ambitious production season
•Access to Carnegie Mellon's strengths in computer science, robotics, and technology
Notable Alumni
•Kevan Loney (MFA '16) — projection designer and VFX artist; credits include the 2022 Grammy Awards, Super Bowl Halftime Show, and Broadway's The Sound Inside and Be More Chill
Professional Development
•Annual NYC and LA showcases for graduating seniors across all disciplines
•Professional applications across theatre, live events, broadcast, and immersive entertainment
Facilities
•John Wells Video Studio (sound stage) plus dedicated design studios in the Purnell Center for the Arts
Degree Flexibility
•Many students minor or double major in areas like Global Studies, History, Computer Science, or Art
•Students encouraged to build a unique interdisciplinary course of study
Program Recognition
•Part of the first degree-granting drama program in the U.S. (1914)
•Focus on media and projection design for live events — a growing specialization in the industry
Training
•Flexible curriculum allows exploration of multiple design disciplines within and outside the School of Drama
•Students participate fully in the school's ambitious production season
•Access to Carnegie Mellon's strengths in computer science, robotics, and technology
Notable Alumni
•Kevan Loney (MFA '16) — projection designer and VFX artist; credits include the 2022 Grammy Awards, Super Bowl Halftime Show, and Broadway's The Sound Inside and Be More Chill
Professional Development
•Annual NYC and LA showcases for graduating seniors across all disciplines
•Professional applications across theatre, live events, broadcast, and immersive entertainment
Facilities
•John Wells Video Studio (sound stage) plus dedicated design studios in the Purnell Center for the Arts
Degree Flexibility
•Many students minor or double major in areas like Global Studies, History, Computer Science, or Art
•Students encouraged to build a unique interdisciplinary course of study
Updated Apr 30, 2:12 AM
