University of Evansville
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
Interview Required
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required
Program Highlights
CAREER OUTCOMES
•Boasts 100% employment rate for graduates
•Alumni currently work at Broadway shows, Playwrights Horizons, Aurora Productions, Lincoln Center, Berkeley Rep
•Additional alumni at TodayTix Group, StoryCorps, Denver Center, San Francisco Curran Theater, League of Resident Theatres
TRAINING & CURRICULUM
•Combines in-depth theatre courses with Schroeder School of Business Administration classes
•Includes minor in Business Administration
•Extensive practical experience in marketing, fundraising, general management, and company management
PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE
•Hands-on work in patron services, special events, and ticketing
•Experience working with UE Theatre Society Board of Directors
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)
•Comprehensive resume of relevant experience
WRITING SAMPLES (required)
•Examples of professional or academic writing
PHOTOGRAPHS/PROJECT EXAMPLES (if available)
•Photos or documentation of completed projects
INTERVIEW (required)
•All prospective students interview with faculty to assess skills and interests
Good to Know
ELIGIBILITY
•Fall enrollment only
•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 comprehensive resume, writing samples, and project examples
•Interview with members of the faculty in an informal manner
•Assesses leadership potential and interest in arts management
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
