Davidson College
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
PRODUCTIONS & PERFORMANCE
•Four main productions per year — two mainstage in the 600-seat Duke Family Performance Hall and two in the intimate Barber Theatre
•Additional performance opportunities include the One Acts (spring) and the Summit New Play Festival
•Award-winning productions recognized by the Metrolina Theatre Association and Creative Loafing magazine
FACILITIES
•Three unique theatre spaces with modern lighting and advanced sound systems
TRAINING & OPPORTUNITIES
•Liberal arts approach combining theory and practice across acting, directing, design, playwriting, and dramaturgy
•Capstone experience through advanced coursework in directing, acting, design, or history/theory
•Work-study positions in scenic construction and arts administration
•Internship and apprenticeship connections with theatres across the country
•Regional theatre artist workshops and guest visits throughout the year
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
•Majors complete backstage work on at least 2 department productions (minimum 50 hours per show)
•At least one assignment must be in stage management
•At least one must be completed by the end of junior year
Key Info
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Deadlines
Early Decision INov 15, 2025
Early Decision IIJan 5, 2026
Regular DecisionJan 12, 2026
Fee
$50Waiver
Good to Know
APPLICATION
•Apply via Common App, Coalition App, or QuestBridge
•Students declare the theatre major after enrolling, typically by end of sophomore year
SCHOLARSHIP PORTFOLIO
•Sloan and Barber scholarships require an Arts Portfolio Interest Form and portfolio of work
•Portfolio due by your application plan deadline
•Recipients are not required to major in theatre
What's The Process
ADMISSION PROCESS
•No audition, interview, or portfolio required for admission to the theatre program
•Admission is through the college's standard application process
Scholarship Info
SLOAN PERFORMING ARTS SCHOLARSHIP
•$30,000 per year, renewable for four years
•Awarded to two students in each first-year class
•Requires Arts Portfolio Interest Form and portfolio of work in dance, music, or theatre
•Portfolio due by application plan deadline
•Recipients are not required to major in dance, music, or theatre
RUPERT T. BARBER SCHOLARSHIP
•$10,000 per year, renewable for remaining three years
•Awarded to one first-year student demonstrating exceptional talent and passion for theatre
•Recipients must maintain minimum GPA, make expected degree progress, and remain actively engaged in theatre
•Recipients are not required to declare a theatre major
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Academic School Information
3.86
Avg GPA (W)
14%
Admit Rate
92%
Grad Rate
1,901
Enrollment
$81,400
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$60,300
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$18,127
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.
Annual Cost by Family Income
Family Income $0 - $30k$6,613
Family Income $30k - $48k$3,339
Family Income $48k - $75k$7,610
Family Income $75k - $110k$25,077
Family Income $110k+$40,503
