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BFA Sound Design
Program snapshot
Admissions
No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App RequiredAudition format
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•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 edit, record, and compose sound and music using professional hardware and software
•Collaborate with directors, designers, and production staff on 30+ public productions each season
•Faculty are distinguished, award-winning professional designers, artists, and technicians
Notable Alumni
•Alumni have worked as assistant sound designers on Broadway productions including Hadestown and The Cher Show, and at venues such as The Kennedy Center and The Old Globe
Professional Development
•Fourth-year internship tailored to student interests (musical theatre, outdoor sound design, recording, etc.)
•Graduate Showcase: present portfolio to industry professionals in theatre, film, television, and music
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 edit, record, and compose sound and music using professional hardware and software
•Collaborate with directors, designers, and production staff on 30+ public productions each season
•Faculty are distinguished, award-winning professional designers, artists, and technicians
Notable Alumni
•Alumni have worked as assistant sound designers on Broadway productions including Hadestown and The Cher Show, and at venues such as The Kennedy Center and The Old Globe
Professional Development
•Fourth-year internship tailored to student interests (musical theatre, outdoor sound design, recording, etc.)
•Graduate Showcase: present portfolio to industry professionals in theatre, film, television, and music
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 edit, record, and compose sound and music using professional hardware and software
•Collaborate with directors, designers, and production staff on 30+ public productions each season
•Faculty are distinguished, award-winning professional designers, artists, and technicians
Notable Alumni
•Alumni have worked as assistant sound designers on Broadway productions including Hadestown and The Cher Show, and at venues such as The Kennedy Center and The Old Globe
Professional Development
•Fourth-year internship tailored to student interests (musical theatre, outdoor sound design, recording, etc.)
•Graduate Showcase: present portfolio to industry professionals in theatre, film, television, and music
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
