Kent State University
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING & FACILITIES
•Three theatres, scene shop, costume shop, and specialized labs
•Porthouse Theatre — professional outdoor summer venue
•Training in both traditional theatre practices and new technologies
•Specializations in lighting, scenic, costume, sound, and projection design
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST)
•Capstone project requirement
HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE
•Required participation in Main Stage productions each semester
•Real-world production experience throughout the program
Key Info
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Deadlines
PriorityNov 1, 2025
Rolling
Domestic Fee
$50Waiver
International Fee
$70
Submission Requirements
TRANSFER STUDENTS
•May be asked to provide a portfolio prior to admission
CURRENT STUDENTS
•Annual portfolio reviews required to continue in program
Good to Know
ADMISSION
•No audition or portfolio required for first-year students
•Apply through Kent State University admissions
•Transfer students may need to submit a portfolio
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
•Minimum 2.5 major GPA required
•Annual portfolio reviews to continue in program
•Fall enrollment only
What's The Process
ADMISSION PROCESS
•No audition or portfolio review required for first-year undergraduate admission
•Transfer students may be asked to provide a portfolio
•Annual portfolio reviews required once enrolled
•Must maintain minimum 2.5 major GPA
PRODUCTION REQUIREMENT
•Students must participate in at least one Main Stage production per semester
CONTACT
•Program Coordinator: Michelle Souza — msouza@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
Program info updated Yesterday
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
