Public school3K

Longwood University

Test-OptionalGreek LifeLGBTQ+

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Program

Quick links

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Browse programs

Quick links

BA Visual and Performing Arts

Theatre Generalist

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Training

BA in Visual and Performing Arts with Theatre Generalist concentration

Explore theatre in its broadest sense — history, theory, literature, and aesthetics

Work closely with faculty advisers in a cohesive body of knowledge in performance arts

Concentration coursework in Stage Management (THEA 275) and Directing (THEA 320)

Concentration capstone requires a Theatre Senior Seminar (THEA 461) and an Internship in Theatre (THEA 492)

Main Stage Theatre is a flexible 110-seat Black Box Theatre with three distinct levels

Scene Shop spans 2,000 sq ft supporting scenic construction, prop building, and 3D printing

Costume facilities with professional-grade equipment and automated inventory system

Students work in both flexible Black Box and 1,100-seat Jarman Auditorium proscenium spaces

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA

3.68

Admit rate

90%

school-wide

Grad rate

61%

Enrollment

3K

Earnings

$52K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$16,838

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$29,108

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$39,688

Before aid

Average net price

$19,066

After aid

Cost Of Attendance · longwood.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Sep 11, 5:25 PM

Program Highlights

Training

BA in Visual and Performing Arts with Theatre Generalist concentration

Explore theatre in its broadest sense — history, theory, literature, and aesthetics

Work closely with faculty advisers in a cohesive body of knowledge in performance arts

Concentration coursework in Stage Management (THEA 275) and Directing (THEA 320)

Concentration capstone requires a Theatre Senior Seminar (THEA 461) and an Internship in Theatre (THEA 492)

Main Stage Theatre is a flexible 110-seat Black Box Theatre with three distinct levels

Scene Shop spans 2,000 sq ft supporting scenic construction, prop building, and 3D printing

Costume facilities with professional-grade equipment and automated inventory system

Students work in both flexible Black Box and 1,100-seat Jarman Auditorium proscenium spaces

Program Highlights

Training

BA in Visual and Performing Arts with Theatre Generalist concentration

Explore theatre in its broadest sense — history, theory, literature, and aesthetics

Work closely with faculty advisers in a cohesive body of knowledge in performance arts

Concentration coursework in Stage Management (THEA 275) and Directing (THEA 320)

Concentration capstone requires a Theatre Senior Seminar (THEA 461) and an Internship in Theatre (THEA 492)

Main Stage Theatre is a flexible 110-seat Black Box Theatre with three distinct levels

Scene Shop spans 2,000 sq ft supporting scenic construction, prop building, and 3D printing

Costume facilities with professional-grade equipment and automated inventory system

Students work in both flexible Black Box and 1,100-seat Jarman Auditorium proscenium spaces

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

University AppApplication

Apply

Fee

$50

Deadline

Early ActionDec 1, 2026

Regular DecisionFeb 1, 2027

Application Procedures Deadlines · longwood.edu

Submission Requirements

Transcript (Required)

Upload an unofficial high school transcript after application submission

Statement (Strongly Encouraged)

Personal statement strongly encouraged

Letters of Recommendation (Strongly Encouraged)

Letters of recommendation strongly encouraged

Application Procedures Deadlines · longwood.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply through Common App and add Longwood University to your school list

Create a Longwood Application Portal login after submitting Common App

Important Notes

Fall 2027 Early Action deadline is Dec. 1, 2026; Regular Decision deadline is Feb. 1, 2027

What's The Process

Audition Process

No theatre audition or interview is required for admission to the Theatre Generalist concentration

Scholarship Info

Kilgore Scholarship

Available fall only

For incoming freshmen

Demonstrated financial need required

Minimum 2.5 GPA

Must be active in theatre in high school

Nancy Anderson Haga Scholarship

Available fall only

For incoming freshmen

Minimum 3.2 GPA

Must be active in theatre activities in high school

Full-time undergraduate enrollment required

Jarman and Theatre Scholarships

Available fall and spring

For new and continuing students

Demonstrated financial need required

Must be active in Longwood theatre productions with positive faculty feedback

Minimum 2.5 GPA

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA

3.68

Admit rate

90%

school-wide

Grad rate

61%

Enrollment

3K

Earnings

$52K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$16,838

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$29,108

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$39,688

Before aid

Average net price

$19,066

After aid

Cost Of Attendance · longwood.edu College Scorecard

Training

BA in Visual and Performing Arts with Theatre Generalist concentration

Explore theatre in its broadest sense — history, theory, literature, and aesthetics

Work closely with faculty advisers in a cohesive body of knowledge in performance arts

Concentration coursework in Stage Management (THEA 275) and Directing (THEA 320)

Concentration capstone requires a Theatre Senior Seminar (THEA 461) and an Internship in Theatre (THEA 492)

Main Stage Theatre is a flexible 110-seat Black Box Theatre with three distinct levels

Scene Shop spans 2,000 sq ft supporting scenic construction, prop building, and 3D printing

Costume facilities with professional-grade equipment and automated inventory system

Students work in both flexible Black Box and 1,100-seat Jarman Auditorium proscenium spaces

Updated Sep 11, 5:25 PM

Building your audition college list?

Save Longwood University, track every prescreen and audition deadline, and compare programs side by side — all in one place.

No credit card required. Your account stays on Free after the Premium trial.