University of Evansville
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
Interview Required
In-Person or Virtual
Ultra-Selective
Under 12 Students
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM DISTINCTION
•Highly selective — accepts only two students per year
•Focuses on future theatre makers with curiosity about the world and the role theatre plays in society
TRAINING & CURRICULUM
•Carefully curated curriculum of academic and theatrical disciplines
•Regular evaluation on artistic ability, collaboration, and leadership
•Extensive hands-on opportunities to develop craft over four years
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•Directing and dramaturgy opportunities in the rehearsal process
•Access to all three venues: Shanklin Theatre, May Studio Theatre, John David Lutz Theatre Lab
Key Info
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Deadlines
Early ActionNov 1, 2025
ScholarshipFeb 1, 2026
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Auditions
Private In-Person Auditions (Evansville, IN)Mar 21, 2026
Private Online AuditionsMar 28, 2026
Audition Fee
$25Waiver
Email theatre@evansville.edu for need-based fee waiver
Interview Requirements
resume (required)
•resume of theatre work and experience
ESSAY (required)
•Essay on artistic goals for a career in the theatre industry in directing and/or dramaturgy
INTERVIEW (required)
•All prospective students interview with faculty to assess skills and interests
Good to Know
ELIGIBILITY
•Fall enrollment only
•Highly selective — only two students accepted per year
•Limited freshman admission
SCHEDULING
•Schedule review through UE Theatre registration portal
•Both in-person and virtual reviews available
UNIFIED AUDITIONS
•Participates in National Unified Auditions
What's The Process
PORTFOLIO REVIEW & INTERVIEW
•Present resume of theatre work and artistic goals essay
•Interview with members of the faculty in an informal manner
•Assessed on artistic ability and capacity for collaboration and leadership
SCHEDULING
•In-person reviews held on campus and at regional locations
•Virtual reviews available
CONTACT
•Email: theatre@evansville.edu
•Phone: 812-488-2744
Scholarship Info
•Scholarship consideration deadline: February 1
•Review and interview determine scholarship eligibility
•Need-based audition fee waivers available
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Academic School Information
3.79
Avg GPA (W)
78%
Admit Rate
68%
Grad Rate
1,477
Enrollment
$53,770
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$42,676
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$20,230
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$14,270
Family Income $30k - $48k$17,162
Family Income $48k - $75k$20,027
Family Income $75k - $110k$20,240
Family Income $110k+$26,264
