Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts
Program
Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredNo InterviewIn-Person or Virtual12-24 StudentsUniversity App Required
Program Characteristics
Prescreen Required
Audition Required
No Interview
12-24 Students
University App Required
Program Highlights
ACCREDITATION
•Accredited by the Federation of Drama Schools and CDMT
•Founded by Sir Paul McCartney
TRAINING APPROACH
•80% practical work / 20% portfolio assessment
•Versatile training across theatre, film, TV, radio, and digital media
•Final-year festival of new work created and performed by students
INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS
•North West and London showcases in front of invited agents and casting directors
•Alumni credits include Line of Duty (BBC), Cold Feet (ITV), Tin Star (Sky Atlantic), and Four Lives (BBC)
•Two LIPA graduates received Tony Award nominations (2025)
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atUCAS
Apply atSchool Website
Deadline
UCAS DeadlineJan 14, 2026
UCAS Fee
£28.95
One-off fee for up to 5 choices
Good to Know
UCAS DETAILS
•UCAS code: W410
•Institution number: L48
•UCAS fee: £28.95 (covers up to 5 choices)
DEADLINES
•UK deadline: 14 January 2026 at 18:00 (UK time)
•International deadline: 31 May 2026
ELIGIBILITY
•Fall enrollment only
•Deferred entry not accepted (exceptional circumstances considered)
•International students can apply via UCAS or LIPA online portal
What's The Process
THREE-STAGE PROCESS
•Stage 1: Submit UCAS application
•Stage 2: Invited candidates submit a self-tape — guidelines provided after application review
•Stage 3: Strongest candidates invited to recall audition
RECALL AUDITIONS
•UK applicants: In-person in Liverpool
•International: Virtual auditions available, or in-person in Hong Kong (March), Norway (March), USA (January–February)
•Decision within 10 working days of audition
IMPORTANT
•No audition fee
•Travel grants available for eligible UK applicants
•Candidates may also be considered for Contemporary Performance, Screen & Digital, or Foundation Acting
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ACCREDITATION
•Accredited by the Federation of Drama Schools and CDMT
•Founded by Sir Paul McCartney
TRAINING APPROACH
•80% practical work / 20% portfolio assessment
•Versatile training across theatre, film, TV, radio, and digital media
•Final-year festival of new work created and performed by students
INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS
•North West and London showcases in front of invited agents and casting directors
•Alumni credits include Line of Duty (BBC), Cold Feet (ITV), Tin Star (Sky Atlantic), and Four Lives (BBC)
•Two LIPA graduates received Tony Award nominations (2025)
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Academic School InformationTEF Silver
70%
Satisfaction
95%
Grad Rate
£23,500
Earnings
5yr after
Home Tuition
£9,790
UK/EU students
International Tuition
£22,750
overseas students
