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Admissions
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TRAINING
•Forward-thinking curriculum rooted in dynamic and varied approaches to training
•Cross-disciplinary collaborations with School of Film and Television for on-camera opportunities
•Training encourages individual growth, creative collaboration, and critical cultural engagement
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Joseph Sikora '98 — star of Power and Power Book IV: Force on Starz; Jeff Award nominee
•Caroline Neff '07 — acclaimed Steppenwolf Theatre actress, honored in Chicago Tribune's Best of 2025
•Anne Trodden '09 — praised for her portrayal of Harper Pitt in Angels in America
•Ryan Hake '14 — recognized for his performance as Prior Walter in Angels in America
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•Professional internships and career readiness courses
•Opportunity to audition for Acting Senior Showcase — platform for entry into Chicago's professional performance community
•Wide variety of minors available to enhance knowledge and professional networks
Academic info
Snapshot
3.52
Avg GPA (W)
89%
Admit Rate
school-wide
50%
Grad Rate
5,368
Enrollment
$42,195
Earnings
10yr after
Costs & Aid
Average Annual Cost
$26,598
after typical aid
Tuition & Fees
$34,088
before aid
Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.
$0-30k$20,924
$30-48k$21,423
$48-75k$25,590
$75-110k$31,677
$110k+$36,436
Program info updated 3d ago
TRAINING
•Forward-thinking curriculum rooted in dynamic and varied approaches to training
•Cross-disciplinary collaborations with School of Film and Television for on-camera opportunities
•Training encourages individual growth, creative collaboration, and critical cultural engagement
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Joseph Sikora '98 — star of Power and Power Book IV: Force on Starz; Jeff Award nominee
•Caroline Neff '07 — acclaimed Steppenwolf Theatre actress, honored in Chicago Tribune's Best of 2025
•Anne Trodden '09 — praised for her portrayal of Harper Pitt in Angels in America
•Ryan Hake '14 — recognized for his performance as Prior Walter in Angels in America
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•Professional internships and career readiness courses
•Opportunity to audition for Acting Senior Showcase — platform for entry into Chicago's professional performance community
•Wide variety of minors available to enhance knowledge and professional networks
Updated 3d ago
