California State University, San Marcos
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING PHILOSOPHY
•Curriculum centers on embodied practice, social justice, collaboration, and critical thinking
•Strong focus on contemporary BIPOC theatre including Latinx/Chicano theatre
•Courses span acting, Shakespeare, on-camera acting, design, stage management, and playwriting
PRODUCTIONS & FACILITIES
•Active production season featuring student-written world premieres
•Dedicated Black Box theater performance space
•Students take leadership roles in campus and community productions
CAREER PREPARATION
•Career Skills in Theatre course prepares graduates for the professional field
•Internship opportunities available for credit
•Graduates pursue careers in theatre, education, nonprofit organizations, and graduate school
Key Info
Good to Know
ELIGIBILITY
•Transfer-friendly — curriculum integrates with local community college programs
•Students entering at junior level must complete lower-division core before upper-division coursework
•Each major course must be completed with a grade of C (2.0) or better
REQUIREMENTS
•Second language proficiency required (200-level course or equivalent)
•120 units minimum for graduation
What's The Process
ADMISSION
•No audition or portfolio required for admission
•Admission is based on university acceptance through Cal State Apply
•Once enrolled, students audition for departmental productions each semester
•Contact: mathompson@csusm.edu or fbenson@csusm.edu
Program info updated 2h ago
TRAINING PHILOSOPHY
•Curriculum centers on embodied practice, social justice, collaboration, and critical thinking
•Strong focus on contemporary BIPOC theatre including Latinx/Chicano theatre
•Courses span acting, Shakespeare, on-camera acting, design, stage management, and playwriting
PRODUCTIONS & FACILITIES
•Active production season featuring student-written world premieres
•Dedicated Black Box theater performance space
•Students take leadership roles in campus and community productions
CAREER PREPARATION
•Career Skills in Theatre course prepares graduates for the professional field
•Internship opportunities available for credit
•Graduates pursue careers in theatre, education, nonprofit organizations, and graduate school
Updated 2h ago
Academic School Information
3.34
Avg GPA (W)
95%
Admit Rate
54%
Grad Rate
14,877
Enrollment
$62,908
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$8,082
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$20,682
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$10,229
after typical aid
Average annual cost is often lower than tuition because it accounts for grants and scholarships most students receive. It includes tuition, room & board, books, and supplies.
Family Income $0 - $30k$6,230
Family Income $30k - $48k$7,240
Family Income $48k - $75k$8,928
Family Income $75k - $110k$12,525
Family Income $110k+$18,734
