Kent State University
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Program Characteristics
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Program Highlights
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST)
CURRICULUM
•Comprehensive theatre education: history, dramatic literature, theory, and creative processes
•Three concentration options: General Studies, Performance, and Production
•Integrates imaginative and critical thinking with theatre practice
FACILITIES & OPPORTUNITIES
•State-of-the-art theatrical facilities
•Access to Porthouse Theatre productions
•Experienced faculty with real-world industry connections
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•Must declare a second major or minor to graduate
•General Studies concentration available at Trumbull Campus
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Deadlines
PriorityNov 1, 2025
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Domestic Fee
$50Waiver
International Fee
$70
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ADMISSION
•No audition required
•Apply through Kent State University admissions
CONCENTRATIONS
•General Studies — dramatic literature, production, and performance
•Performance — in-depth actor training across multiple styles
•Production — design, technology, and production roles
DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
•Must declare a second major or minor
•Minimum 2.5 major GPA required
•120 total credit hours with 39 upper-division hours
What's The Process
ADMISSION PROCESS
•No audition or portfolio review required for admission
•Admitted through standard Kent State University admissions process
CONTACT
•School of Theatre and Dance: theatre@kent.edu, 330-672-2082
Scholarship Info
SCHOLARSHIPS
•Merit-based scholarships available through the School of Theatre and Dance
•Roe Green Scholars — artistic merit-based scholarships
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Academic School Information
87%
Admit Rate
65%
Grad Rate
19,134
Enrollment
$45,388
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$12,846
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$22,316
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$19,614
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$14,912
Family Income $30k - $48k$15,386
Family Income $48k - $75k$16,772
Family Income $75k - $110k$21,202
Family Income $110k+$25,263
