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BFA Drama
Concentration
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BFA Drama
Concentration
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BFA Drama
Sound 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), consistently ranked among the best for sound design
Training
•Curriculum focuses equally on three pillars: conceptual design, composition, and system design
•Access to analog and digital equipment ranging from tape recorders to networked audio systems
•Two dedicated sound design faculty with active professional careers
•Prepares students for careers as sound designers, system engineers, mixers, dialog/effects editors, music supervisors, and audio technicians
Performance & Productions
•Ambitious production season gives students a wide range of design and technical opportunities
•Projects span musicals, theatre, cabaret, dance, television, and live events
Notable Alumni
•Peter Hylenski — Tony winner for sound design (Moulin Rouge! The Musical, 2021); 5-time Tony nominee
Professional Development
•Annual NYC and LA showcases for graduating seniors
•Strong alumni community working across Broadway, regional theatre, film, and television
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), consistently ranked among the best for sound design
Training
•Curriculum focuses equally on three pillars: conceptual design, composition, and system design
•Access to analog and digital equipment ranging from tape recorders to networked audio systems
•Two dedicated sound design faculty with active professional careers
•Prepares students for careers as sound designers, system engineers, mixers, dialog/effects editors, music supervisors, and audio technicians
Performance & Productions
•Ambitious production season gives students a wide range of design and technical opportunities
•Projects span musicals, theatre, cabaret, dance, television, and live events
Notable Alumni
•Peter Hylenski — Tony winner for sound design (Moulin Rouge! The Musical, 2021); 5-time Tony nominee
Professional Development
•Annual NYC and LA showcases for graduating seniors
•Strong alumni community working across Broadway, regional theatre, film, and television
Program Recognition
•Part of the first degree-granting drama program in the U.S. (1914), consistently ranked among the best for sound design
Training
•Curriculum focuses equally on three pillars: conceptual design, composition, and system design
•Access to analog and digital equipment ranging from tape recorders to networked audio systems
•Two dedicated sound design faculty with active professional careers
•Prepares students for careers as sound designers, system engineers, mixers, dialog/effects editors, music supervisors, and audio technicians
Performance & Productions
•Ambitious production season gives students a wide range of design and technical opportunities
•Projects span musicals, theatre, cabaret, dance, television, and live events
Notable Alumni
•Peter Hylenski — Tony winner for sound design (Moulin Rouge! The Musical, 2021); 5-time Tony nominee
Professional Development
•Annual NYC and LA showcases for graduating seniors
•Strong alumni community working across Broadway, regional theatre, film, and television
Updated Apr 30, 2:12 AM
