University of Colorado Denver
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING APPROACH
•Screen-focused acting curriculum within the Film & Television department
•Acting students collaborate alongside filmmaking students on projects throughout the program
•Cohort model — students progress through semesters as a group
CURRICULUM
•Courses include Acting for the Screen, Movement for Film & TV, Advanced Acting Workshop, Voice Acting Workshop, and Business of Acting
•Senior Thesis Production: Narrative capstone project
•78-credit major combining acting technique with film and television production skills
FACILITIES & LOCATION
•Three black box production studios and full-size green screens
•State-of-the-art equipment including 4-6K cameras, HD cameras, lighting, and grip equipment
•Located in Denver with access to the Denver Center for the Performing Arts and local film industry
Key Info
Program AppApplication
Deadlines
Early FITV ApplicationJan 1, 2026
Regular FITV ApplicationMay 1, 2026
Final FITV ApplicationJul 1, 2026
Submission Requirements
ACTING VIDEO (required)
•Submit a link to a 1-3 minute video of you acting
•Host on YouTube, Vimeo, Google Drive, Dropbox, or similar platform
•Ensure link permissions allow anyone with the link to view
SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS (required)
•Describe your prior acting experience
•Explain why you want to major in Acting for the Screen at CU Denver
•Describe the video you submitted (source material, role played, etc.)
Good to Know
ENROLLMENT
•Fall admission strongly encouraged — cohort program with Fall start
•Spring applicants must apply by January 10
•After July 1 deadline, applications considered on a space-available basis
APPLICATION DETAILS
•Supplemental application is built into the CU Denver application
•No separate audition portal or additional application fee required
What's The Process
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply to CU Denver and select Acting for the Screen as your major
•Complete supplemental questions and acting video link within the application
•No separate audition portal or live audition required
REVIEW TIMELINE
•Applicants notified of admission decision within approximately one month after submission
•Rolling review process
CONTACT
•Email: caminfo@ucdenver.edu or David.Walter@ucdenver.edu
•Phone: 303-315-7487
Program info updated 1d ago
TRAINING APPROACH
•Screen-focused acting curriculum within the Film & Television department
•Acting students collaborate alongside filmmaking students on projects throughout the program
•Cohort model — students progress through semesters as a group
CURRICULUM
•Courses include Acting for the Screen, Movement for Film & TV, Advanced Acting Workshop, Voice Acting Workshop, and Business of Acting
•Senior Thesis Production: Narrative capstone project
•78-credit major combining acting technique with film and television production skills
FACILITIES & LOCATION
•Three black box production studios and full-size green screens
•State-of-the-art equipment including 4-6K cameras, HD cameras, lighting, and grip equipment
•Located in Denver with access to the Denver Center for the Performing Arts and local film industry
Updated 1d ago
Academic School Information
3.50
Avg GPA (W)
75%
Admit Rate
47%
Grad Rate
10,519
Enrollment
$64,270
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$10,383
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$29,391
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$11,900
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$6,743
Family Income $30k - $48k$9,472
Family Income $48k - $75k$10,834
Family Income $75k - $110k$15,232
Family Income $110k+$22,475
