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No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewScholarship PortfolioUniversity App Required

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In-Person or Virtual

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BA Theatre

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewScholarship PortfolioUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study Abroad

Program Recognition

39-credit major focusing on all aspects of theatre, including acting, design, and management

Courses in theatre design, acting, directing, theory, dramaturgy, history, and production

Award-winning faculty in one of the busiest theater cities in the country

Notable Alumni

Kerry Washington (BA '98) — lead of ABC's Scandal, established a $1 million scholarship fund for GW undergraduates in 2023

Maggie Contreras (BA '06) — producer of the documentary Gilbert

Cody Lindquist (BA '02) — comedian and voice actor

Professional Development

Located in Washington, DC with access to vibrant theatre scene

Strong interdisciplinary approach with partnerships across the university

Alumni work as actors, stage managers, production designers, producers, writers, and more

Degree Flexibility

Easy to double major or double minor

Study abroad opportunities encouraged

Senior Honors Thesis option with performance, design, creative, or scholarly focus

School Info

Snapshot

3.96

Avg GPA (W)

47%

Admit Rate

school-wide

84%

Grad Rate

11.2K

Enrollment

$91K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$72,420

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$95,155

Before aid

Average Net Price

$36,586

After aid

Cost Gw Education · gwu.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 20, 2:54 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

39-credit major focusing on all aspects of theatre, including acting, design, and management

Courses in theatre design, acting, directing, theory, dramaturgy, history, and production

Award-winning faculty in one of the busiest theater cities in the country

Notable Alumni

Kerry Washington (BA '98) — lead of ABC's Scandal, established a $1 million scholarship fund for GW undergraduates in 2023

Maggie Contreras (BA '06) — producer of the documentary Gilbert

Cody Lindquist (BA '02) — comedian and voice actor

Professional Development

Located in Washington, DC with access to vibrant theatre scene

Strong interdisciplinary approach with partnerships across the university

Alumni work as actors, stage managers, production designers, producers, writers, and more

Degree Flexibility

Easy to double major or double minor

Study abroad opportunities encouraged

Senior Honors Thesis option with performance, design, creative, or scholarly focus

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

39-credit major focusing on all aspects of theatre, including acting, design, and management

Courses in theatre design, acting, directing, theory, dramaturgy, history, and production

Award-winning faculty in one of the busiest theater cities in the country

Notable Alumni

Kerry Washington (BA '98) — lead of ABC's Scandal, established a $1 million scholarship fund for GW undergraduates in 2023

Maggie Contreras (BA '06) — producer of the documentary Gilbert

Cody Lindquist (BA '02) — comedian and voice actor

Professional Development

Located in Washington, DC with access to vibrant theatre scene

Strong interdisciplinary approach with partnerships across the university

Alumni work as actors, stage managers, production designers, producers, writers, and more

Degree Flexibility

Easy to double major or double minor

Study abroad opportunities encouraged

Senior Honors Thesis option with performance, design, creative, or scholarly focus

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

University AppApplication

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Common App Coalition App

Fee

$80

Deadline

Early DecisionNov 1, 2026

Early Decision IIRegular DecisionJan 5, 2027

First Year Applicants · undergraduate.admissions.gwu.edu

Program AppApplication

Order

The university application must be submitted before the audition.

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Auditions

Corcoran Scholars SlideRoom Deadline (Virtual)Jan 5, 2027

Corcoran Scholars Audition Day (On-Campus)Jan 23, 2027

Scholars · corcoran.gwu.edu

Scholarship Audition, Interview, and Portfolio Requirements

Optional audition, interview, and portfolio for scholarship consideration only; they are not required for program admission.

Corcoran Scholars Only - Acting Video

Submit the Theatre Audition Application in SlideRoom by January 5, 2026

Perform two contrasting, age-appropriate monologues: one classical and one contemporary

Monologues must be from complete plays you have read, not monologue books or online source lists

Combined time may not exceed 3 minutes

If you have interests beyond acting, you may upload one acting video and one video showcasing other theatre work

Corcoran Scholars Only - Design/Production Portfolio

Submit a portfolio of your work in SlideRoom by January 5, 2026

Select a virtual or in-person interview in the SlideRoom application

Scholars · corcoran.gwu.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply to GW through Common Application or Coalition Application powered by Scoir

No separate theatre application is required for BA Theatre admission

Important Notes

Corcoran Scholars consideration is optional and competitive

First-year Fall applicants from Early Decision I, Early Decision II, and Regular Decision may apply

Priority consideration is given to students wishing to major in Theatre; minors are also eligible

What's The Process

Audition Process

No audition required for BA Theatre admission

Corcoran Scholars scholarship applicants complete the Theatre Audition Application in SlideRoom by January 5, 2027

Acting applicants choose an in-person or virtual audition

Design/production applicants submit a portfolio and choose a virtual or in-person interview

Theatre & Dance contacts applicants after SlideRoom submission to confirm date, time, and details

Audition Expectations

In-person auditions/interviews are held during Corcoran Scholars Audition Day on January 23, 2027

Post-Enrollment

All GW students may take theatre classes and audition for school productions

Scholarship Info

Corcoran Scholars

Awards are granted to first-year undergraduate applicants through an audition, portfolio review, or interview during the GW application process

Awards are renewable for up to 12 consecutive semesters with continuous full-time study and good academic standing

Priority consideration is given to Theatre majors; intended minors are also eligible

Scholarship Review Options

Acting applicants complete an audition

Design/production applicants submit a portfolio and complete an interview

School Info

Snapshot

3.96

Avg GPA (W)

47%

Admit Rate

school-wide

84%

Grad Rate

11.2K

Enrollment

$91K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$72,420

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$95,155

Before aid

Average Net Price

$36,586

After aid

Cost Gw Education · gwu.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

39-credit major focusing on all aspects of theatre, including acting, design, and management

Courses in theatre design, acting, directing, theory, dramaturgy, history, and production

Award-winning faculty in one of the busiest theater cities in the country

Notable Alumni

Kerry Washington (BA '98) — lead of ABC's Scandal, established a $1 million scholarship fund for GW undergraduates in 2023

Maggie Contreras (BA '06) — producer of the documentary Gilbert

Cody Lindquist (BA '02) — comedian and voice actor

Professional Development

Located in Washington, DC with access to vibrant theatre scene

Strong interdisciplinary approach with partnerships across the university

Alumni work as actors, stage managers, production designers, producers, writers, and more

Degree Flexibility

Easy to double major or double minor

Study abroad opportunities encouraged

Senior Honors Thesis option with performance, design, creative, or scholarly focus

Updated Aug 20, 2:54 PM