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Lipscomb University

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Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Under 12 StudentsStudy Abroad

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Under 12 StudentsStudy Abroad

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BFA Design and Production

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Under 12 StudentsStudy Abroad

Training

Mentor-based professional training in theatrical design and production

Hands-on experience with lighting, scenic design, costumes, stage management, and technical direction

Integrated liberal arts education with Christ-centered community

Professional Development

Collaborations with Nashville Repertory Theatre, Nashville Shakespeare Festival, Studio Tenn Theatre Company, and Nashville Children's Theatre

Internship opportunities at professional Nashville venues and regional summer stock theatres

Cross-training with Film and Animation departments

Located in Nashville — a growing entertainment industry hub

Study Abroad

Senior-year NYC trip — industry workshops and Broadway productions

10-day London theatre study — National Theatre, Globe Theatre, and West End (course credit)

Verified Recent Class Sizes

Class of 2028: 2 students

School Info

Snapshot

3.86

Avg GPA (W)

68%

Admit Rate

school-wide

72%

Grad Rate

Enrollment

$56K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$44,486

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$69,210

Before aid

Average Net Price

$24,739

After aid

Cost Attendance · lipscomb.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Jul 26, 10:00 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Mentor-based professional training in theatrical design and production

Hands-on experience with lighting, scenic design, costumes, stage management, and technical direction

Integrated liberal arts education with Christ-centered community

Professional Development

Collaborations with Nashville Repertory Theatre, Nashville Shakespeare Festival, Studio Tenn Theatre Company, and Nashville Children's Theatre

Internship opportunities at professional Nashville venues and regional summer stock theatres

Cross-training with Film and Animation departments

Located in Nashville — a growing entertainment industry hub

Study Abroad

Senior-year NYC trip — industry workshops and Broadway productions

10-day London theatre study — National Theatre, Globe Theatre, and West End (course credit)

Verified Recent Class Sizes

Class of 2028: 2 students

Program Highlights

Training

Mentor-based professional training in theatrical design and production

Hands-on experience with lighting, scenic design, costumes, stage management, and technical direction

Integrated liberal arts education with Christ-centered community

Professional Development

Collaborations with Nashville Repertory Theatre, Nashville Shakespeare Festival, Studio Tenn Theatre Company, and Nashville Children's Theatre

Internship opportunities at professional Nashville venues and regional summer stock theatres

Cross-training with Film and Animation departments

Located in Nashville — a growing entertainment industry hub

Study Abroad

Senior-year NYC trip — industry workshops and Broadway productions

10-day London theatre study — National Theatre, Globe Theatre, and West End (course credit)

Verified Recent Class Sizes

Class of 2028: 2 students

Key Info

Enrollment Term

University AppApplication

Apply

Common App Coalition App School Website

Deadline

PriorityDec 1, 2026

Regular DecisionRolling

Why You Should Apply College Early · lipscomb.edu

Program AppApplication

Dates

Dates TBA

Theatre · lipscomb.edu

Interview Requirements

These requirements are from the Fall 2026 entry cycle. Fall 2027 requirements are typically posted between August and October and usually change only slightly — confirm on the official source before submitting.

Portfolio

Required — prepare a paper or digital portfolio of your theatrical production work

Include designs, renderings, script analysis, research, and/or production photos

Should demonstrate your interest and experience in theatre design and production

Headshot

Required — upload via Bison Portal after selecting theatre as your major

Resume

Required — upload via Bison Portal

Theatre · lipscomb.edu

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply to Lipscomb University via Common App, Coalition App, or Lipscomb Application

After applying, access the Bison Portal to schedule your interview and upload materials

Select theatre as your major to see the "Theatre Major" tab

What's The Process

Audition Process

Apply to the university first, then schedule your interview via the Bison Portal under the "Theatre Major" tab

Audition Expectations

Present your portfolio and discuss your interest in theatre design and production

Interview conducted by department faculty

No performance audition required — this is a portfolio review and interview

Digital portfolio submission accepted via email to the Department of Theatre

Equal consideration for virtual and in-person interviews

Scholarship Info

Scholarship Notes

Lipscomb lists university scholarships and notes that departmental colleges may award program-based scholarships with their own criteria

Current official theatre pages do not publish a department-specific scholarship-selection process for BFA applicants

Contact the College of Entertainment & the Arts, Department of Theatre, or Financial Aid for current scholarship details

School Info

Snapshot

3.86

Avg GPA (W)

68%

Admit Rate

school-wide

72%

Grad Rate

Enrollment

$56K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$44,486

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$69,210

Before aid

Average Net Price

$24,739

After aid

Cost Attendance · lipscomb.edu College Scorecard

Training

Mentor-based professional training in theatrical design and production

Hands-on experience with lighting, scenic design, costumes, stage management, and technical direction

Integrated liberal arts education with Christ-centered community

Professional Development

Collaborations with Nashville Repertory Theatre, Nashville Shakespeare Festival, Studio Tenn Theatre Company, and Nashville Children's Theatre

Internship opportunities at professional Nashville venues and regional summer stock theatres

Cross-training with Film and Animation departments

Located in Nashville — a growing entertainment industry hub

Study Abroad

Senior-year NYC trip — industry workshops and Broadway productions

10-day London theatre study — National Theatre, Globe Theatre, and West End (course credit)

Verified Recent Class Sizes

Class of 2028: 2 students

Updated Jul 26, 10:00 PM