Indiana University - Bloomington
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
•B.A. curriculum founded on belief that theatrical production and classroom study complement each other and are of equal value
•Theatre recognized as collaborative art form bringing together wide range of knowledge, talents, and skills
•Prepares students for other fields requiring presence, practice, and rigors of professional self-presentation and discipline
COURSEWORK & FLEXIBILITY
•Courses in acting, directing, dramatic literature, theatre history, playwriting, design, and theatre technology
•Many students pursue second majors alongside Theatre and Drama
•Strong foundation in study of drama as humanistic discipline and practice of theatre as art
FACULTY & FACILITIES
•Approximately 200 students participate each year in the undergraduate program
•Distinguished faculty of eighteen professors, professional staff of eleven, and nationally known guest artists
•Located in Lee Norvelle Theatre and Drama Center with state-of-the-art performance spaces
PRODUCTIONS & OPPORTUNITIES
•At least eight on-campus productions per year in three performance spaces: Ruth N. Halls Theatre (453 seats), Studio Theatre (60 seats), and Wells-Metz (246 seats)
•IU Summer Theatre offers paid positions for performers and technicians
ALUMNI
•Graduates employed in colleges, universities, high schools throughout United States
•Well represented among professionals in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles and regional theatres
Key Info
University AppApplication
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Deadlines
Early ActionNov 1, 2026
Regular DecisionFeb 1, 2027
Fee
$65Waiver
Good to Know
APPLICATION
•Apply through Indiana University General Admissions
•No separate departmental application required
What's The Process
ADMISSION
•No audition requirement for Theatre and Drama major admission
MAINSTAGE SEASON AUDITIONS
•All IU students are eligible to audition for the mainstage season
•Auditions held in April for upcoming fall semester
•Auditions held in November for upcoming spring semester
Scholarship Info
DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIPS
•Department of Theatre, Drama, and Contemporary Dance offers scholarships for established students
•Available to any currently enrolled full-time major, minor, or graduate student
•Apply via IU Scholarships task in One.IU.edu
COLLEGE MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS
•Incoming students directly admitted to College of Arts and Sciences may be eligible for merit-based scholarships
•Submit university application by November 1 for scholarship consideration
Program info updated Mar 26, 11:50 PM
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
•B.A. curriculum founded on belief that theatrical production and classroom study complement each other and are of equal value
•Theatre recognized as collaborative art form bringing together wide range of knowledge, talents, and skills
•Prepares students for other fields requiring presence, practice, and rigors of professional self-presentation and discipline
COURSEWORK & FLEXIBILITY
•Courses in acting, directing, dramatic literature, theatre history, playwriting, design, and theatre technology
•Many students pursue second majors alongside Theatre and Drama
•Strong foundation in study of drama as humanistic discipline and practice of theatre as art
FACULTY & FACILITIES
•Approximately 200 students participate each year in the undergraduate program
•Distinguished faculty of eighteen professors, professional staff of eleven, and nationally known guest artists
•Located in Lee Norvelle Theatre and Drama Center with state-of-the-art performance spaces
PRODUCTIONS & OPPORTUNITIES
•At least eight on-campus productions per year in three performance spaces: Ruth N. Halls Theatre (453 seats), Studio Theatre (60 seats), and Wells-Metz (246 seats)
•IU Summer Theatre offers paid positions for performers and technicians
ALUMNI
•Graduates employed in colleges, universities, high schools throughout United States
•Well represented among professionals in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles and regional theatres
Updated Mar 26, 11:50 PM
Academic School Information
3.76
Avg GPA (W)
78%
Admit Rate
81%
Grad Rate
37,806
Enrollment
$63,742
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$12,144
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$41,891
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$16,264
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$6,324
Family Income $30k - $48k$7,610
Family Income $48k - $75k$12,154
Family Income $75k - $110k$20,204
Family Income $110k+$25,128
