Marywood University
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM DESIGN
•Combines theatre, arts, and business coursework for a well-rounded arts management education
•30-credit primary theatre concentration with 15-credit business of the arts component
•Secondary concentration options available for additional specialization
PERFORMANCE & VENUES
•Over 20 ensembles and 3 major productions annually
•Access to the 1,100-seat Sette LaVerghetta Center (Munley Theatre) and Black Box Theatre
CAREER PATHS
•Arts administrator, arts educator, cultural venue director, media manager
VALUE
•Ranked #14 Best Value School by U.S. News & World Report (2026)
Key Info
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Deadlines
PriorityMar 1, 2026
Rolling
Fee
$35Waiver
Waived for Common App and direct applicants
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply through Common App or Marywood direct application
•No audition or interview required — admission through university application
ENROLLMENT
•120 total credit hours
•30 credits in primary theatre concentration
•15 credits in business of the arts
What's The Process
NO AUDITION REQUIRED
•Admission is through the standard university application process
•No performance audition, portfolio, or interview needed
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Academic School Information
3.56
Avg GPA (W)
84%
Admit Rate
74%
Grad Rate
1,821
Enrollment
$55,817
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$39,570
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$22,222
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$19,389
Family Income $30k - $48k$20,321
Family Income $48k - $75k$18,927
Family Income $75k - $110k$23,640
Family Income $110k+$26,569
