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BA Theatre

Theatre Arts

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BA Theatre

Theatre Arts

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BA Theatre

Acting and Directing

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BA Theatre

Design and Production

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BA Dance

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BM Vocal Arts

Vocal Arts

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In-Person or Virtual

Program Recognition

•Broad liberal arts theatre education covering production, history, literature, and criticism

•BackStage Magazine ranked CSUN Theatre among the top nine university programs nationally

•Prepares students for advanced study in MFA or MA programs

Training

•7+ full-length productions mounted annually including dramas, musicals, and operas

•Required participation in department-sponsored production activities each semester

•Three theatre spaces: Campus Theatre, Little Theatre, and Experimental Theatre

Professional Development

•Training for careers in live theatre, television, cinema, and allied industries

•Develops interpersonal and collaborative skills applicable to education, psychology, law, and more

School Info

Snapshot

3.33

Avg GPA (W)

93%

Admit Rate

school-wide

57%

Grad Rate

32.7K

Enrollment

$59K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$8,330

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$22,460

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$29,486

Before aid

Average Net Price

$7,021

After aid

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Program info updated May 27, 9:53 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•Broad liberal arts theatre education covering production, history, literature, and criticism

•BackStage Magazine ranked CSUN Theatre among the top nine university programs nationally

•Prepares students for advanced study in MFA or MA programs

Training

•7+ full-length productions mounted annually including dramas, musicals, and operas

•Required participation in department-sponsored production activities each semester

•Three theatre spaces: Campus Theatre, Little Theatre, and Experimental Theatre

Professional Development

•Training for careers in live theatre, television, cinema, and allied industries

•Develops interpersonal and collaborative skills applicable to education, psychology, law, and more

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

•Broad liberal arts theatre education covering production, history, literature, and criticism

•BackStage Magazine ranked CSUN Theatre among the top nine university programs nationally

•Prepares students for advanced study in MFA or MA programs

Training

•7+ full-length productions mounted annually including dramas, musicals, and operas

•Required participation in department-sponsored production activities each semester

•Three theatre spaces: Campus Theatre, Little Theatre, and Experimental Theatre

Professional Development

•Training for careers in live theatre, television, cinema, and allied industries

•Develops interpersonal and collaborative skills applicable to education, psychology, law, and more

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Fee

$70Waiver

Deadline

PriorityJan 31, 2026

Regular DecisionMay 15, 2026

Good to Know

Application Logistics

•Apply through CSU Apply by the university deadline

•No separate department application required

Enrollment

•BA provides flexibility and a broad base of knowledge for future careers

What's The Process

Audition Process

•No audition or portfolio required for admission

•Students are admitted through the university application to CSUN

•Once enrolled, students participate in productions on an audition or volunteer basis

School Info

Snapshot

3.33

Avg GPA (W)

93%

Admit Rate

school-wide

57%

Grad Rate

32.7K

Enrollment

$59K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$8,330

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$22,460

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$29,486

Before aid

Average Net Price

$7,021

After aid

Official source College Scorecard

Program Recognition

•Broad liberal arts theatre education covering production, history, literature, and criticism

•BackStage Magazine ranked CSUN Theatre among the top nine university programs nationally

•Prepares students for advanced study in MFA or MA programs

Training

•7+ full-length productions mounted annually including dramas, musicals, and operas

•Required participation in department-sponsored production activities each semester

•Three theatre spaces: Campus Theatre, Little Theatre, and Experimental Theatre

Professional Development

•Training for careers in live theatre, television, cinema, and allied industries

•Develops interpersonal and collaborative skills applicable to education, psychology, law, and more

Updated May 27, 9:53 PM

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