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Applied Drama & Theatre for the Young

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewNo University App

Program Recognition

One of only six Applied Drama / Theatre for the Young graduate programs in the United States

Founded at EMU in the early 1960s by Virginia Glasgow Koste

30-credit-hour graduate concentration; can be completed in 1.5-2 years full-time or up to 6 years part-time

Training

Coursework draws from theatre for young audiences, creative drama, applied theatre, performance studies, arts integration, and youth theatre

Program graduates work worldwide as teaching artists, education directors, managers, professors, K-12 educators, artistic directors, playwrights, and directors

Meriah Sage, Assistant Professor & Program Director

Performance & Productions

Theatre for the Young Tour: 40+ year tradition of touring productions to schools, libraries, and community centers across Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, and Detroit

Professional Development

ENGAGE@EMU community-engagement opportunities working with diverse populations

Optional collaboration with the Interpretation & Performance Studies program on Boal techniques and theatre/drama in prison settings

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.33

Admit rate

80%

school-wide

Grad rate

46%

Enrollment

10.1K

Earnings

$52K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$17,472

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$17,472

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$36,572

Before aid

Average net price

$15,407

After aid

Index · emich.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Sep 7, 11:07 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

One of only six Applied Drama / Theatre for the Young graduate programs in the United States

Founded at EMU in the early 1960s by Virginia Glasgow Koste

30-credit-hour graduate concentration; can be completed in 1.5-2 years full-time or up to 6 years part-time

Training

Coursework draws from theatre for young audiences, creative drama, applied theatre, performance studies, arts integration, and youth theatre

Program graduates work worldwide as teaching artists, education directors, managers, professors, K-12 educators, artistic directors, playwrights, and directors

Meriah Sage, Assistant Professor & Program Director

Performance & Productions

Theatre for the Young Tour: 40+ year tradition of touring productions to schools, libraries, and community centers across Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, and Detroit

Professional Development

ENGAGE@EMU community-engagement opportunities working with diverse populations

Optional collaboration with the Interpretation & Performance Studies program on Boal techniques and theatre/drama in prison settings

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

One of only six Applied Drama / Theatre for the Young graduate programs in the United States

Founded at EMU in the early 1960s by Virginia Glasgow Koste

30-credit-hour graduate concentration; can be completed in 1.5-2 years full-time or up to 6 years part-time

Training

Coursework draws from theatre for young audiences, creative drama, applied theatre, performance studies, arts integration, and youth theatre

Program graduates work worldwide as teaching artists, education directors, managers, professors, K-12 educators, artistic directors, playwrights, and directors

Meriah Sage, Assistant Professor & Program Director

Performance & Productions

Theatre for the Young Tour: 40+ year tradition of touring productions to schools, libraries, and community centers across Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, and Detroit

Professional Development

ENGAGE@EMU community-engagement opportunities working with diverse populations

Optional collaboration with the Interpretation & Performance Studies program on Boal techniques and theatre/drama in prison settings

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

Program AppApplication

Apply

gradcas2026.cas.myliaison.com

Fee

$45

Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

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Submission 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.

Transcripts (Required)

Official transcripts from all previously attended institutions

Personal Statement (Required)

Submit a personal statement through GradCAS

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply through GradCAS using the EMU graduate application search

Domestic applicants submit official transcripts within the application

International applicants must review EMU international deadlines separately

Eligibility

Four-year baccalaureate from a regionally accredited institution or international equivalent

Minimum 2.7 cumulative undergraduate GPA, or 3.0 GPA in the second half of undergraduate work

Major, minor, or equivalent in communication, theatre arts, or drama/theatre for the young

Enrollment

Rolling admission

Fall and Winter starts available for the Theatre Arts and Applied Drama paths

Interpretation & Performance Studies also lists Summer admission in the catalog

What's The Process

Audition Process

Admission is based on the GradCAS application and required academic materials

Scholarship Info

Graduate Funding

Graduate students may apply for graduate assistantships and Graduate School scholarships after admission

EMU lists June 15 as the priority graduate financial assistance deadline

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.33

Admit rate

80%

school-wide

Grad rate

46%

Enrollment

10.1K

Earnings

$52K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$17,472

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$17,472

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$36,572

Before aid

Average net price

$15,407

After aid

Index · emich.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

One of only six Applied Drama / Theatre for the Young graduate programs in the United States

Founded at EMU in the early 1960s by Virginia Glasgow Koste

30-credit-hour graduate concentration; can be completed in 1.5-2 years full-time or up to 6 years part-time

Training

Coursework draws from theatre for young audiences, creative drama, applied theatre, performance studies, arts integration, and youth theatre

Program graduates work worldwide as teaching artists, education directors, managers, professors, K-12 educators, artistic directors, playwrights, and directors

Meriah Sage, Assistant Professor & Program Director

Performance & Productions

Theatre for the Young Tour: 40+ year tradition of touring productions to schools, libraries, and community centers across Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, and Detroit

Professional Development

ENGAGE@EMU community-engagement opportunities working with diverse populations

Optional collaboration with the Interpretation & Performance Studies program on Boal techniques and theatre/drama in prison settings

Updated Sep 7, 11:07 PM