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East Texas Baptist University

Marshall, TX

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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

EC-12

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

EC-12

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BSE Theatre Arts with Cert

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

EC-12

Program Recognition

Christianity and Theatre course integrates faith with performing arts

Training

Comprehensive theatre education combining acting, directing, and all three stagecraft areas

Teaching Theatre in Public Schools course with UIL One-Act Play directing experience

Clinical teaching semester in public schools at both elementary and secondary levels

Performance & Productions

BSE students direct productions from UIL Approved Play List following Texas UIL OAP format

Minimum four public productions per year including mainstage and student-directed shows

Degree Flexibility

Texas EC-12 All-Level Theatre Arts educator certification upon completion

Preparation for TExES state certification exams integrated throughout the program

School Info

Snapshot

3.53

Avg GPA (W)

58%

Admit Rate

school-wide

47%

Grad Rate

1.4K

Enrollment

$53K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$32,830

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$48,922

Before aid

Average Net Price

$23,911

After aid

Estimated Cost Attendance · etbu.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 5, 7:25 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Christianity and Theatre course integrates faith with performing arts

Training

Comprehensive theatre education combining acting, directing, and all three stagecraft areas

Teaching Theatre in Public Schools course with UIL One-Act Play directing experience

Clinical teaching semester in public schools at both elementary and secondary levels

Performance & Productions

BSE students direct productions from UIL Approved Play List following Texas UIL OAP format

Minimum four public productions per year including mainstage and student-directed shows

Degree Flexibility

Texas EC-12 All-Level Theatre Arts educator certification upon completion

Preparation for TExES state certification exams integrated throughout the program

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Christianity and Theatre course integrates faith with performing arts

Training

Comprehensive theatre education combining acting, directing, and all three stagecraft areas

Teaching Theatre in Public Schools course with UIL One-Act Play directing experience

Clinical teaching semester in public schools at both elementary and secondary levels

Performance & Productions

BSE students direct productions from UIL Approved Play List following Texas UIL OAP format

Minimum four public productions per year including mainstage and student-directed shows

Degree Flexibility

Texas EC-12 All-Level Theatre Arts educator certification upon completion

Preparation for TExES state certification exams integrated throughout the program

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Fees

Domestic Fee

$25

International Fee

$50

Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

Application · Common App

Audition Requirements

These requirements are from the Fall 2026 entry cycle. Fall 2027 requirements are typically posted between August and October and usually change only slightly — confirm on the official source before submitting.

Headshot

Current headshot or recent photo

Resume

Resume detailing prior theatre experience

Statement

Describe your goals as a theatre teacher and your prior teaching experience

Questionnaire

Completed interview/audition form submitted electronically

Theatre Student Handbook · etbu.edu

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Auditions held during Tiger Day, Preview Day, or individual campus visit

No separate audition portal required

Eligibility

Admission is to the Theatre Arts program generally

Students may change degree or concentration without impacting admission status

Program Requirements

Program leads to EC-12 All-Level Theatre Arts educator certification in Texas

Includes 24 credit hours of professional education courses and clinical teaching

What's The Process

Audition Expectations

Live in-person audition or portfolio review on the ETBU campus

Students choose either a performance audition or a portfolio presentation

Performance audition follows Theatre Arts Performance concentration requirements

Portfolio presentation follows Theatre Arts Design/Technical concentration requirements

Contact

Email: theatre@etbu.edu

Phone: 903.923.2158

Scholarship

Audition/interview also serves as application for theatre arts scholarship if available

Scholarship Info

Theatre Arts Scholarship

Available to students who successfully audition/interview for the program

Must be a declared Theatre Arts major

Must participate in all departmental productions each semester

Must attend all scheduled department meetings

Must fulfill professional expectations throughout the academic year

Scholarships not awarded after students have matriculated at ETBU

School Info

Snapshot

3.53

Avg GPA (W)

58%

Admit Rate

school-wide

47%

Grad Rate

1.4K

Enrollment

$53K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$32,830

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$48,922

Before aid

Average Net Price

$23,911

After aid

Estimated Cost Attendance · etbu.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

Christianity and Theatre course integrates faith with performing arts

Training

Comprehensive theatre education combining acting, directing, and all three stagecraft areas

Teaching Theatre in Public Schools course with UIL One-Act Play directing experience

Clinical teaching semester in public schools at both elementary and secondary levels

Performance & Productions

BSE students direct productions from UIL Approved Play List following Texas UIL OAP format

Minimum four public productions per year including mainstage and student-directed shows

Degree Flexibility

Texas EC-12 All-Level Theatre Arts educator certification upon completion

Preparation for TExES state certification exams integrated throughout the program

Updated Aug 5, 7:25 PM