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Program Characteristics

No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required

Program Highlights

PROGRAM HISTORY

One of the longest-running theatre programs in the United States, dating back to 1915
9 Certificates of Meritorious Achievement from KCACTF Region 5 since Spring 2021

CURRICULUM

Immersion in all aspects of theatre: performance, technical theatre, design, and directing
Flexible degree structure to tailor toward individual interests and goals

FACILITIES

Broadway-style 1,200-seat auditorium at the J. Scheidegger Center for the Arts
Versatile and intimate black box theater

PATHWAY TO BFA

BA students may audition for BFA emphasis at end of first semester

Key Info

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Deadline
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Good to Know

ENROLLMENT

Fall enrollment
BA students may audition for the BFA program at the end of their first semester

FLEXIBILITY

Degree designed with flexibility to tailor toward individual interests and goals
Explore performance, technical theatre, design, and directing

What's The Process

ADMISSION

No audition required for program acceptance
Audition available for scholarship eligibility only

SCHOLARSHIP AUDITION

Optional audition to be considered for Performing Arts grants
Same audition format and dates as BFA emphasis auditions

Scholarship Info

PERFORMING ARTS GRANTS

Audition required for scholarship eligibility only
Fine and Performing Arts grants available based on audition performance
Completed FAFSA required before awards are made
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Academic School Information

3.36
Avg GPA (W)
66%
Admit Rate
52%
Grad Rate
4,748
Enrollment
$53,278
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$21,100
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$18,516
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$14,581
Family Income $30k - $48k$15,129
Family Income $48k - $75k$17,960
Family Income $75k - $110k$18,796
Family Income $110k+$20,715