California State University - Fullerton
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
•Liberal arts "jack of all trades" degree covering all aspects of theatre arts
•Curriculum core includes Acting, Directing, Design & Production, History, Literature, and Criticism
•120 units over 4 years of study
•Great complement to Teaching Credential in Theatre
TRAINING & PRODUCTIONS
•Students participate in department productions including plays, musicals, dance, and opera
•On-campus performances in 4 different types of venues
•Production crew participation required (5 units for first-year, 3 for transfers)
•Classes rarely exceed 25 students
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•NAST accredited since 1974
•Outstanding faculty nationally and internationally recognized
LOCATION & VALUE
•Located in Southern California with proximity to LA film/TV industry and Orange County performing arts communities
•Low-cost tuition — California residents pay $3,736.81 per semester
Key Info
Good to Know
ENROLLMENT
•No audition required for BA Theatre program
•Apply through Cal State Apply
•Fall enrollment
TRANSFER STUDENTS
•Production crew participation required (5 units for first-year students, 3 for transfers)
Scholarship Info
•One scholarship application covers all applicable scholarships across university, college, and department
•Annual scholarship deadline typically on or around March 3 via CSUF student portal
•Need-based scholarships and work-study programs also available
Program info updated Mar 27, 1:23 PM
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
•Liberal arts "jack of all trades" degree covering all aspects of theatre arts
•Curriculum core includes Acting, Directing, Design & Production, History, Literature, and Criticism
•120 units over 4 years of study
•Great complement to Teaching Credential in Theatre
TRAINING & PRODUCTIONS
•Students participate in department productions including plays, musicals, dance, and opera
•On-campus performances in 4 different types of venues
•Production crew participation required (5 units for first-year, 3 for transfers)
•Classes rarely exceed 25 students
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•NAST accredited since 1974
•Outstanding faculty nationally and internationally recognized
LOCATION & VALUE
•Located in Southern California with proximity to LA film/TV industry and Orange County performing arts communities
•Low-cost tuition — California residents pay $3,736.81 per semester
Updated Mar 27, 1:23 PM
Academic School Information
3.43
Avg GPA (W)
91%
Admit Rate
70%
Grad Rate
38,546
Enrollment
$62,951
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$7,470
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$20,070
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$6,555
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.
Family Income $0 - $30k$3,315
Family Income $30k - $48k$4,123
Family Income $48k - $75k$6,090
Family Income $75k - $110k$8,930
Family Income $110k+$15,631
