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BFA Projection Design
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No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App RequiredAudition format
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SelectiveUnder 12 StudentsStudy AbroadProgram Recognition
•Conservatory-style BFA within The Theatre School — the Midwest's oldest theatre conservatory (est. 1925)
•Nearly 2,000 applicants compete for 134 spots across all Theatre School programs each year
Training
•Students learn to visualize, create, and implement projection designs by collaborating with directors, dramaturges, technicians, and professional production staff
•Serve as projection designer for workshops and public productions throughout the program
•30+ productions per year across mainstage and studio spaces — continuous hands-on design experience
Notable Alumni
•The Theatre School's design and technology alumni work across Broadway, regional theatre, opera, and film — recent graduates have placed at Goodman Theatre, Steppenwolf, Lyric Opera, and Santa Fe Opera
Professional Development
•Fourth-year internship required; past sites include Goodman Theatre, Steppenwolf, Lyric Opera of Chicago, Kennedy Center, Cirque du Soleil, and HAMILTON
•Graduate Showcase: present designs to artistic directors and industry professionals in theatre, film, and television
•Combined Bachelor's and Master's degree option available
Study Abroad
•One Design/Technical student per major may spend fall quarter of final year at Royal Central School of Speech & Drama (University of London)
Academic info
Snapshot
3.78
Avg GPA (W)
76%
Admit Rate
school-wide
69%
Grad Rate
14.1K
Enrollment
$69K
Earnings
10yr after
Costs & Aid
Average Annual Cost
$30,902
after typical aid
Tuition & Fees
$45,999
before aid
Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.
$0-30k$27,359
$30-48k$25,950
$48-75k$28,687
$75-110k$31,057
$110k+$37,092
Program info updated 2d ago
Program Highlights
Program Recognition
•Conservatory-style BFA within The Theatre School — the Midwest's oldest theatre conservatory (est. 1925)
•Nearly 2,000 applicants compete for 134 spots across all Theatre School programs each year
Training
•Students learn to visualize, create, and implement projection designs by collaborating with directors, dramaturges, technicians, and professional production staff
•Serve as projection designer for workshops and public productions throughout the program
•30+ productions per year across mainstage and studio spaces — continuous hands-on design experience
Notable Alumni
•The Theatre School's design and technology alumni work across Broadway, regional theatre, opera, and film — recent graduates have placed at Goodman Theatre, Steppenwolf, Lyric Opera, and Santa Fe Opera
Professional Development
•Fourth-year internship required; past sites include Goodman Theatre, Steppenwolf, Lyric Opera of Chicago, Kennedy Center, Cirque du Soleil, and HAMILTON
•Graduate Showcase: present designs to artistic directors and industry professionals in theatre, film, and television
•Combined Bachelor's and Master's degree option available
Study Abroad
•One Design/Technical student per major may spend fall quarter of final year at Royal Central School of Speech & Drama (University of London)
Program Recognition
•Conservatory-style BFA within The Theatre School — the Midwest's oldest theatre conservatory (est. 1925)
•Nearly 2,000 applicants compete for 134 spots across all Theatre School programs each year
Training
•Students learn to visualize, create, and implement projection designs by collaborating with directors, dramaturges, technicians, and professional production staff
•Serve as projection designer for workshops and public productions throughout the program
•30+ productions per year across mainstage and studio spaces — continuous hands-on design experience
Notable Alumni
•The Theatre School's design and technology alumni work across Broadway, regional theatre, opera, and film — recent graduates have placed at Goodman Theatre, Steppenwolf, Lyric Opera, and Santa Fe Opera
Professional Development
•Fourth-year internship required; past sites include Goodman Theatre, Steppenwolf, Lyric Opera of Chicago, Kennedy Center, Cirque du Soleil, and HAMILTON
•Graduate Showcase: present designs to artistic directors and industry professionals in theatre, film, and television
•Combined Bachelor's and Master's degree option available
Study Abroad
•One Design/Technical student per major may spend fall quarter of final year at Royal Central School of Speech & Drama (University of London)
Updated 2d ago
