Program
Program snapshot
Admissions
No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewExtras
University App RequiredProgram Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
TRAINING
•Coursework spans acting, playwriting, directing, design/production, children's theatre, and creative drama
•Required apprenticeships in departmental productions — hands-on work in scene shop, costume shop, electrics, stage management, and running crew
•Undergraduates may take graduate-level courses with special permission
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•Graduates work as actors, directors, stage managers, and designers
•Strong pipeline to conservatory and MFA programs
•Developmental drama concentration prepares students for careers in theatre education
•Department maintains associations with major NYC theatre institutions
•Internship and apprenticeship placements with professional theatre groups
University AppApplication
APPLICATION LOGISTICS
•Apply to Hunter College via the CUNY Application
•No separate program application required — declare the major after enrollment
ADMISSION PATHWAY
•30-credit major with THEA 101 and THEA 161 required for all majors
•Required apprenticeships on departmental productions each semester
•Honors project available for students with 3.0+ GPA in senior year
AUDITION PROCESS
•No audition or interview required for admission to the BA Theatre program
•Students are admitted to Hunter College via the CUNY Application, then declare the Theatre major after enrollment
•Contact undergrad adviser Deepsikha Chatterjee at dchatter@hunter.cuny.edu for major declaration
Program info updated 43m ago
TRAINING
•Coursework spans acting, playwriting, directing, design/production, children's theatre, and creative drama
•Required apprenticeships in departmental productions — hands-on work in scene shop, costume shop, electrics, stage management, and running crew
•Undergraduates may take graduate-level courses with special permission
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•Graduates work as actors, directors, stage managers, and designers
•Strong pipeline to conservatory and MFA programs
•Developmental drama concentration prepares students for careers in theatre education
•Department maintains associations with major NYC theatre institutions
•Internship and apprenticeship placements with professional theatre groups
Updated 43m ago
Academic School Information
4.00
Avg GPA (W)
54%
Admit Rate
59%
Grad Rate
16,289
Enrollment
$63,163
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$7,382
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$15,332
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$2,984
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$1,029
Family Income $30k - $48k$1,935
Family Income $48k - $75k$6,003
Family Income $75k - $110k$8,810
Family Income $110k+$12,259
