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Loyola University Chicago

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No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewScholarship PortfolioUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

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Audition format

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewScholarship PortfolioUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program Recognition

Loyola is one of eight NAST-accredited institutions in Illinois and the only one in the Chicago metropolitan area

The program belongs to the League of Chicago Theatres and Theatre Communications Group

Training

The BA integrates performance, directing, design, technology, management, dramaturgy, literature, history, and criticism within a liberal-arts curriculum

Students prepare for work as actors, directors, administrators, playwrights, designers, technicians, dramaturgs, and scholars instead of being confined to one production role

Performance & Productions

Faculty-directed plays and musicals anchor the production season

Student-led work includes original writing, devising, experimental projects, readings, and applied research

Professional Development

Eight full-time faculty members work professionally as actors, directors, dramaturgs, and designers

Chicago theatre internships and apprenticeships extend training into the city’s professional community

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.91

Admit rate

82%

school-wide

Grad rate

73%

Enrollment

11.7K

Earnings

$72K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$58,510

Before aid

Average net price

$36,079

After aid

Tuitionandfees · luc.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 22, 7:47 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Loyola is one of eight NAST-accredited institutions in Illinois and the only one in the Chicago metropolitan area

The program belongs to the League of Chicago Theatres and Theatre Communications Group

Training

The BA integrates performance, directing, design, technology, management, dramaturgy, literature, history, and criticism within a liberal-arts curriculum

Students prepare for work as actors, directors, administrators, playwrights, designers, technicians, dramaturgs, and scholars instead of being confined to one production role

Performance & Productions

Faculty-directed plays and musicals anchor the production season

Student-led work includes original writing, devising, experimental projects, readings, and applied research

Professional Development

Eight full-time faculty members work professionally as actors, directors, dramaturgs, and designers

Chicago theatre internships and apprenticeships extend training into the city’s professional community

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Loyola is one of eight NAST-accredited institutions in Illinois and the only one in the Chicago metropolitan area

The program belongs to the League of Chicago Theatres and Theatre Communications Group

Training

The BA integrates performance, directing, design, technology, management, dramaturgy, literature, history, and criticism within a liberal-arts curriculum

Students prepare for work as actors, directors, administrators, playwrights, designers, technicians, dramaturgs, and scholars instead of being confined to one production role

Performance & Productions

Faculty-directed plays and musicals anchor the production season

Student-led work includes original writing, devising, experimental projects, readings, and applied research

Professional Development

Eight full-time faculty members work professionally as actors, directors, dramaturgs, and designers

Chicago theatre internships and apprenticeships extend training into the city’s professional community

Key Info

Enrollment Term

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Common App School Website

Opens

Aug 1, 2026

Deadline

PriorityDec 1, 2026

Rolling after priority deadline

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Submittable

Scholarshipauditions · luc.edu

Scholarship Audition, Interview, and Portfolio 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.

Optional audition, interview, and portfolio for scholarship consideration only; they are not required for program admission.

Monologues

Audition Selections

Prepare 2 contrasting pieces totaling 3 minutes

One selection may be musical

Accompaniment

No accompaniment is provided

Bring a speaker or amplifier with your sound file

If using a newer iPhone, bring the correct adapter

Restrictions

Do not use props or costumes

Additional Materials

Portfolio / Creative Sample

Designer and technician scholarship applicants should bring photographs, prompt books, sketches, technical drawings, or other evidence of their work to the interview

Headshot

Upload a current headshot with the scholarship application

Resume

Upload a theatre resume with the scholarship application

Physical copies are not required at the in-person audition or interview

Scholarshipauditions · luc.edu

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Submit scholarship audition application via Submittable

Apply to Loyola University Chicago prior to audition date — scholarship is contingent upon university admission

Eligibility

Open to incoming first-year and transfer students

No application fee for the audition or university admission

What's The Process

Audition Process

No audition is required to declare the Theatre major

Once accepted to the university, declare the Theatre major or minor through advising

John T. Trahey Theatre Scholarship — renewable, for incoming first-year and transfer students

Must complete Submittable application and attend in-person audition on February 14, 2026

No additional audition dates available

Mundelein Center for the Fine and Performing Arts

1020 W. Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60660

Audition Expectations

9:00 AM — Check-in

9:30 AM — Welcome to the Department of Fine and Performing Arts

10:00 AM — Theatre Program Orientation

11:00 AM — Auditions/Interviews begin

Wear comfortable clothing — formal wear is not required

Scholarship Info

John T Trahey Theatre Scholarship

Renewable scholarship for incoming first-year and transfer students

Requires a Submittable application and an in-person audition or interview on February 14, 2026

Performers

Prepare 2 contrasting selections totaling 3 minutes

One selection may be musical

Designers and Technicians

Complete a portfolio interview and bring evidence of your work

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.91

Admit rate

82%

school-wide

Grad rate

73%

Enrollment

11.7K

Earnings

$72K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$58,510

Before aid

Average net price

$36,079

After aid

Tuitionandfees · luc.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

Loyola is one of eight NAST-accredited institutions in Illinois and the only one in the Chicago metropolitan area

The program belongs to the League of Chicago Theatres and Theatre Communications Group

Training

The BA integrates performance, directing, design, technology, management, dramaturgy, literature, history, and criticism within a liberal-arts curriculum

Students prepare for work as actors, directors, administrators, playwrights, designers, technicians, dramaturgs, and scholars instead of being confined to one production role

Performance & Productions

Faculty-directed plays and musicals anchor the production season

Student-led work includes original writing, devising, experimental projects, readings, and applied research

Professional Development

Eight full-time faculty members work professionally as actors, directors, dramaturgs, and designers

Chicago theatre internships and apprenticeships extend training into the city’s professional community

Updated Aug 22, 7:47 PM