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BA Theatre Arts

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No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Program profile

Study Abroad

Program Recognition

BA Theatre Arts major in Drew University's Theatre Arts & Dance department

Catalog confirms students may earn the BA in Theatre without a concentration by completing Theatre Arts electives

Princeton Review has consistently ranked Drew among top college theater programs

Training & Productions

Liberal arts theatre training across performance, design, technology, playwriting, dramaturgy, directing, stage management, and applied performance

Co-curricular production program centers student initiative and collaboration

Semester on New York Theatre connects students with Broadway, Off-Broadway, and professional theatre artists

Professional Development

Internship pathways in New Jersey, New York City, and internationally

Alumni work across producing, stage management, theatre administration, design, education, and performance

Student groups include Drew Improv Players, Drew U Dance Company, DUDS, Film Production Club, Sunday Brunchers Playwriting Society, and Goof Troop Sketch Comedy Club

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.53

Admit rate

68%

school-wide

Grad rate

70%

Enrollment

1.5K

Earnings

$64K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$50,700

Before aid

Average net price

$24,280

After aid

Tuition And Fees Schedules · drew.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 6, 12:26 AM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

BA Theatre Arts major in Drew University's Theatre Arts & Dance department

Catalog confirms students may earn the BA in Theatre without a concentration by completing Theatre Arts electives

Princeton Review has consistently ranked Drew among top college theater programs

Training & Productions

Liberal arts theatre training across performance, design, technology, playwriting, dramaturgy, directing, stage management, and applied performance

Co-curricular production program centers student initiative and collaboration

Semester on New York Theatre connects students with Broadway, Off-Broadway, and professional theatre artists

Professional Development

Internship pathways in New Jersey, New York City, and internationally

Alumni work across producing, stage management, theatre administration, design, education, and performance

Student groups include Drew Improv Players, Drew U Dance Company, DUDS, Film Production Club, Sunday Brunchers Playwriting Society, and Goof Troop Sketch Comedy Club

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

BA Theatre Arts major in Drew University's Theatre Arts & Dance department

Catalog confirms students may earn the BA in Theatre without a concentration by completing Theatre Arts electives

Princeton Review has consistently ranked Drew among top college theater programs

Training & Productions

Liberal arts theatre training across performance, design, technology, playwriting, dramaturgy, directing, stage management, and applied performance

Co-curricular production program centers student initiative and collaboration

Semester on New York Theatre connects students with Broadway, Off-Broadway, and professional theatre artists

Professional Development

Internship pathways in New Jersey, New York City, and internationally

Alumni work across producing, stage management, theatre administration, design, education, and performance

Student groups include Drew Improv Players, Drew U Dance Company, DUDS, Film Production Club, Sunday Brunchers Playwriting Society, and Goof Troop Sketch Comedy Club

Expert Tips

Take advantage of Drew's relationship with The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey by vying for internships and other opportunities.

Key Info

Enrollment Term

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Common App Scoir

Fee

$40

Deadline

Early DecisionNov 1, 2026

Early ActionDec 1, 2026

Early Decision IIJan 15, 2027

Regular DecisionFeb 1, 2027

Fall TransferJul 29, 2027

Admissions And Aid · drew.edu

Program AppApplication

Auditions

Arts Scholarship - Early Decision DeadlineNov 1, 2026

Arts Scholarship - Early Action DeadlineDec 1, 2026

Arts Scholarship - Early Decision II DeadlineJan 15, 2027

Arts Scholarship - Regular Decision DeadlineFeb 1, 2027

Drew Scholarship For The Arts · drew.edu

Submission Requirements

Portfolio / Creative Sample (Optional)

Select the most appropriate arts portfolio category for your work

Theatre portfolio examples may include acting, dance, playwriting, or design materials

Drew Scholarship For The Arts · drew.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply to Drew University through Common App or Scoir; no theatre audition is required for admission

Optional Drew Scholarship for the Arts materials are submitted through the student account portal after Drew receives the Common App

Enrollment

Students select Theatre Arts coursework and concentration planning with faculty advising after enrollment

Students may complete the BA Theatre Arts major with a concentration area or with general Theatre Arts electives

Scholarship Logistics

Drew Scholarship for the Arts applications are reviewed with the admissions application

Scholarship deadline follows the student's selected admission decision plan

What's The Process

Audition Process

No audition, prescreen, or interview is required for admission to the BA Theatre Arts major

Academic admission through Drew University is the entry point for the program

Optional Arts Scholarship

Students seeking the Drew Scholarship for the Arts submit portfolio examples after the Common App is received

Drew reviews scholarship materials alongside the admissions application

Scholarship Info

Drew Scholarship for the Arts

Annual $1,500 award ($6,000 over four years) for admitted students with demonstrated talent in fine or performing arts

Award is in addition to academic merit awards

Recipients are not required to major in an arts field, but are expected to participate in the arts throughout college

Applicants submit materials through the student account portal after the Common App is received

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.53

Admit rate

68%

school-wide

Grad rate

70%

Enrollment

1.5K

Earnings

$64K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$50,700

Before aid

Average net price

$24,280

After aid

Tuition And Fees Schedules · drew.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

BA Theatre Arts major in Drew University's Theatre Arts & Dance department

Catalog confirms students may earn the BA in Theatre without a concentration by completing Theatre Arts electives

Princeton Review has consistently ranked Drew among top college theater programs

Training & Productions

Liberal arts theatre training across performance, design, technology, playwriting, dramaturgy, directing, stage management, and applied performance

Co-curricular production program centers student initiative and collaboration

Semester on New York Theatre connects students with Broadway, Off-Broadway, and professional theatre artists

Professional Development

Internship pathways in New Jersey, New York City, and internationally

Alumni work across producing, stage management, theatre administration, design, education, and performance

Student groups include Drew Improv Players, Drew U Dance Company, DUDS, Film Production Club, Sunday Brunchers Playwriting Society, and Goof Troop Sketch Comedy Club

Updated Aug 6, 12:26 AM