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Program
BFA Drama
Concentration
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BFA Drama
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BFA Drama
Technical Direction
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Highly SelectiveUnder 12 StudentsProgram Recognition
•Part of the first degree-granting drama program in the U.S. (1914)
Training
•Students learn within a commercial shop structure mirroring professional scenic studios
•Faculty maintain active professional careers in technical direction
Performance & Productions
•Production experiences supplement classroom learning across the school's ambitious season
•Hands-on work in the Purnell Center's fully equipped scene shop
Notable Alumni
•Eugene Lee — three-time Tony Award winner for scenic design (Candide, Sweeney Todd, Wicked)
•Adam Davis (BFA '97) — CEO of TAIT Towers, the global leader in live-show technical production; 15+ CMU production alumni in senior TAIT roles
Professional Development
•Annual NYC and LA showcases for graduating seniors across all disciplines
•Alumni work with TAIT Towers, Berkeley Rep, Hudson Scenic, Meow Wolf, Universal, 4Wall, Upstaging, Barbizon, Jack Morton Worldwide, Texas Scenic, and Mystic Scenic
Degree Flexibility
•Curriculum enhanced by access to Carnegie Mellon's world-class robotics, computer science, and engineering programs
•Unique intersection of theatrical craft and cutting-edge technology
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)
Training
•Students learn within a commercial shop structure mirroring professional scenic studios
•Faculty maintain active professional careers in technical direction
Performance & Productions
•Production experiences supplement classroom learning across the school's ambitious season
•Hands-on work in the Purnell Center's fully equipped scene shop
Notable Alumni
•Eugene Lee — three-time Tony Award winner for scenic design (Candide, Sweeney Todd, Wicked)
•Adam Davis (BFA '97) — CEO of TAIT Towers, the global leader in live-show technical production; 15+ CMU production alumni in senior TAIT roles
Professional Development
•Annual NYC and LA showcases for graduating seniors across all disciplines
•Alumni work with TAIT Towers, Berkeley Rep, Hudson Scenic, Meow Wolf, Universal, 4Wall, Upstaging, Barbizon, Jack Morton Worldwide, Texas Scenic, and Mystic Scenic
Degree Flexibility
•Curriculum enhanced by access to Carnegie Mellon's world-class robotics, computer science, and engineering programs
•Unique intersection of theatrical craft and cutting-edge technology
Program Recognition
•Part of the first degree-granting drama program in the U.S. (1914)
Training
•Students learn within a commercial shop structure mirroring professional scenic studios
•Faculty maintain active professional careers in technical direction
Performance & Productions
•Production experiences supplement classroom learning across the school's ambitious season
•Hands-on work in the Purnell Center's fully equipped scene shop
Notable Alumni
•Eugene Lee — three-time Tony Award winner for scenic design (Candide, Sweeney Todd, Wicked)
•Adam Davis (BFA '97) — CEO of TAIT Towers, the global leader in live-show technical production; 15+ CMU production alumni in senior TAIT roles
Professional Development
•Annual NYC and LA showcases for graduating seniors across all disciplines
•Alumni work with TAIT Towers, Berkeley Rep, Hudson Scenic, Meow Wolf, Universal, 4Wall, Upstaging, Barbizon, Jack Morton Worldwide, Texas Scenic, and Mystic Scenic
Degree Flexibility
•Curriculum enhanced by access to Carnegie Mellon's world-class robotics, computer science, and engineering programs
•Unique intersection of theatrical craft and cutting-edge technology
Updated Apr 30, 2:12 AM
