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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
Interview Required
In-Person Only
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•TEA-accredited theatre education program
•More than 95% of HSU teacher candidates pass TExES exams on first try
•Leads to Texas EC-12 Theatre teaching certification
TRAINING & PRODUCTIONS
•Blends theory and practice of theatre education and performance
•Experience in stagecraft, costume design, lighting, directing, management, masks and make-up, and scene design
•6-8 departmental shows per year with hands-on production opportunities
PERFORMANCE VENUES
•Van Ellis Theatre — versatile space (proscenium, thrust, arena, black-box configurations)
•Behrens Chapel — 1,900-seat auditorium for musicals and large-scale productions
•Down Center Stage Lab Theatre — intimate space for student-directed work
TRAVEL OPPORTUNITIES
•Annual New York City trip with Broadway/Off-Broadway shows and professional workshops
•Edinburgh International Fringe Festival — two weeks performing and seeing shows in Scotland
Key Info
University AppApplication
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Deadlines
Early ActionDec 19, 2025
Rolling
Program AppApplication
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Auditions
Interview (On-Campus)Nov 7, 2025
Interview (On-Campus)Feb 20, 2026
Interview (On-Campus)Mar 27, 2026
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Submit university application via Common App or HSU website
•Complete separate Theatre Department application form
•Must also meet Teacher Preparation Program admission requirements
CERTIFICATION
•Leads to Texas EC-12 Theatre teaching certification
•Accredited by State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) and Texas Education Agency (TEA)
What's The Process
ADMISSION PROCESS
•Brief interview with department faculty required
•No performance audition required
INTERVIEW SCHEDULING
•Interview available on scheduled audition dates (Nov 7, Feb 20, Mar 27)
•Appointments also available by request
CONTACT
•Victoria Spangler: (325) 670-1404 or vspangler@hsutx.edu
Scholarship Info
THEATRE SCHOLARSHIPS
•Scholarship consideration available through the theatre department
•Complete the Theatre Department application form
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Academic School Information
3.57
Avg GPA (W)
97%
Admit Rate
53%
Grad Rate
1,275
Enrollment
$54,771
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$31,686
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$21,031
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$14,534
Family Income $30k - $48k$15,981
Family Income $48k - $75k$18,485
Family Income $75k - $110k$20,982
Family Income $110k+$26,442
