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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
•Liberal arts BA in Theater Studies — not a conservatory or BFA program
•Combines academic coursework with hands-on participation in mainstage productions
•All Duke students can major, minor, or take Theater Studies classes
AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION
•Students can focus electives in Acting, Design, Dramatic Writing, Dramaturgy & Directing, or Critical Studies in Theater & Performance
•Musical Theater Minor also available
TRAINING & PRODUCTIONS
•Mainstage production participation integrated into curriculum
•Visiting artists program brings professional theater makers to campus each year
•Duke Players — student-run theater organization
Key Info
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Deadlines
Early DecisionNov 3, 2025
Regular DecisionJan 5, 2026
TransferMar 15, 2026
Fee
$85Waiver
Good to Know
OPTIONAL ARTISTIC SUPPLEMENT
•Submit via SlideRoom through the Common Application portal ($5 fee)
•Include a one-page resume detailing high school theater experience
•Upload ONE of the following:
-A video with a brief introduction and two contrasting monologues (solo performance only), OR one monologue and one song — not to exceed 2 minutes each
-A theater-related critical essay or a one-act play you have written
-A digital portfolio with photographs or illustrations of set/costume design or technical work
-A 1-2 page statement about a play you have directed (approach, process, and result)
IMPORTANT NOTES
•All monologues and texts must be in English
•Videotaped excerpts from productions will not be considered
•Do not mail or email submissions — only SlideRoom submissions are reviewed
•Contact: theater@duke.edu
What's The Process
ADMISSION
•No audition required — any student admitted to Duke University can major in Theater Studies
•Theater Studies faculty review optional artistic supplements and can make recommendations to admissions
•A strong supplement may help your Duke application, but a low ranking will never hurt it
Program info updated 4 days ago
Academic School Information
4.20
Avg GPA (W)
7%
Admit Rate
96%
Grad Rate
6,417
Enrollment
$97,800
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$65,805
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$34,454
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$3,295
Family Income $30k - $48k$242
Family Income $48k - $75k$6,901
Family Income $75k - $110k$16,487
Family Income $110k+$54,375
