Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
HISTORY & ACCREDITATION
•Founded in 1938, the Speech & Theatre department began producing 3-5 shows per year on campus
•NAST accredited since 1986 - the national standard for theatre education
•In 2011, the department became Visual & Performing Arts (VAPA) incorporating art, dance, & theatre
•Notable alumni include Grammy-winning singer Erykah Badu
TRAINING & PRODUCTIONS
•Professionally experienced faculty keep students front and center of all production areas: acting, directing, stage management, technical, and box office
•Promotes innovation across acting, directing, playwriting, production, scenic design, lighting, costumes, dramatic literature, theatre history, and play analysis
CURRICULUM
•Comprehensive theatre training with courses in acting, directing, stage management, technical theatre, and design
•Senior year includes internship, independent study, and comprehensive exam requirements
•Well-rounded liberal arts education with broad general education requirements
Key Info
Program info updated Mar 27, 3:57 AM
HISTORY & ACCREDITATION
•Founded in 1938, the Speech & Theatre department began producing 3-5 shows per year on campus
•NAST accredited since 1986 - the national standard for theatre education
•In 2011, the department became Visual & Performing Arts (VAPA) incorporating art, dance, & theatre
•Notable alumni include Grammy-winning singer Erykah Badu
TRAINING & PRODUCTIONS
•Professionally experienced faculty keep students front and center of all production areas: acting, directing, stage management, technical, and box office
•Promotes innovation across acting, directing, playwriting, production, scenic design, lighting, costumes, dramatic literature, theatre history, and play analysis
CURRICULUM
•Comprehensive theatre training with courses in acting, directing, stage management, technical theatre, and design
•Senior year includes internship, independent study, and comprehensive exam requirements
•Well-rounded liberal arts education with broad general education requirements
Updated Mar 27, 3:57 AM
Academic School Information
3.01
Avg GPA (W)
45%
Admit Rate
34%
Grad Rate
4,164
Enrollment
$41,109
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$7,683
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$16,706
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$19,809
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$18,666
Family Income $30k - $48k$19,007
Family Income $48k - $75k$21,743
Family Income $75k - $110k$24,525
Family Income $110k+$25,310
