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Morehouse College

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BA Theatre and Performance

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Program profile

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Training

Comprehensive performance training rooted in African American cultural forms and international theatre approaches

Coursework spans acting, directing, playwriting, scenography, voice/movement, and technical theatre

Students critically analyze social activism and politics as artistic drivers

Notable Alumni

Samuel L. Jackson — studied drama at Morehouse before launching one of the most prolific film careers in Hollywood history

Professional Development

Self-generated short performance work with full design

Short filmed reel and monologue for graduate school or industry readiness

Degree Flexibility

Joint program between Morehouse College and Spelman College through the Atlanta University Center consortium

Interdisciplinary approach blending text, film, live performance, songs, and site-specific work

School Info

Snapshot

3.56

Avg GPA (W)

44%

Admit Rate

school-wide

59%

Grad Rate

2.8K

Enrollment

$53K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$35,284

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$59,430

Before aid

Average Net Price

$39,013

After aid

Cost Of Attendance · morehouse.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 20, 2:54 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Comprehensive performance training rooted in African American cultural forms and international theatre approaches

Coursework spans acting, directing, playwriting, scenography, voice/movement, and technical theatre

Students critically analyze social activism and politics as artistic drivers

Notable Alumni

Samuel L. Jackson — studied drama at Morehouse before launching one of the most prolific film careers in Hollywood history

Professional Development

Self-generated short performance work with full design

Short filmed reel and monologue for graduate school or industry readiness

Degree Flexibility

Joint program between Morehouse College and Spelman College through the Atlanta University Center consortium

Interdisciplinary approach blending text, film, live performance, songs, and site-specific work

Program Highlights

Training

Comprehensive performance training rooted in African American cultural forms and international theatre approaches

Coursework spans acting, directing, playwriting, scenography, voice/movement, and technical theatre

Students critically analyze social activism and politics as artistic drivers

Notable Alumni

Samuel L. Jackson — studied drama at Morehouse before launching one of the most prolific film careers in Hollywood history

Professional Development

Self-generated short performance work with full design

Short filmed reel and monologue for graduate school or industry readiness

Degree Flexibility

Joint program between Morehouse College and Spelman College through the Atlanta University Center consortium

Interdisciplinary approach blending text, film, live performance, songs, and site-specific work

Key Info

Enrollment Term

University AppApplication

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Common App School Website

Fees

Morehouse Application Fee

$30

Common App Fee

$50

Deadline

Early DecisionNov 1, 2026

Early ActionDec 15, 2026

Regular DecisionInternationalTransferFeb 1, 2027

Re-AdmitApr 16, 2027

Requirements And Deadlines · morehouse.edu

Submission Requirements

University Application Materials

ESSAY: choose any application prompt

TWO LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION: one must come from the current school counselor

OFFICIAL HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPT: sent directly by the school

SAT/ACT SCORES: optional under Morehouse's test-optional policy

STUDENT RESUME: optional

Theatre And Performance · morehouse.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply via Common App or the Morehouse College direct application portal

Enrollment

Fall enrollment only

All majors must participate in at least four productions (performing or backstage)

Transfer Pathway

Morehouse publishes articulation pathways for transfer students pursuing bachelor degrees; accepted credit can apply toward this BA Theatre and Performance pathway after registrar and department review, with up to 60 transfer hours allowed.

Articulation Agreements · morehouse.edu

What's The Process

Audition Process

Admission is through the university application — no separate arts audition or prescreen

Students audition for departmental productions after enrollment each semester

School Info

Snapshot

3.56

Avg GPA (W)

44%

Admit Rate

school-wide

59%

Grad Rate

2.8K

Enrollment

$53K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Tuition & Fees

$35,284

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$59,430

Before aid

Average Net Price

$39,013

After aid

Cost Of Attendance · morehouse.edu College Scorecard

Training

Comprehensive performance training rooted in African American cultural forms and international theatre approaches

Coursework spans acting, directing, playwriting, scenography, voice/movement, and technical theatre

Students critically analyze social activism and politics as artistic drivers

Notable Alumni

Samuel L. Jackson — studied drama at Morehouse before launching one of the most prolific film careers in Hollywood history

Professional Development

Self-generated short performance work with full design

Short filmed reel and monologue for graduate school or industry readiness

Degree Flexibility

Joint program between Morehouse College and Spelman College through the Atlanta University Center consortium

Interdisciplinary approach blending text, film, live performance, songs, and site-specific work

Updated Aug 20, 2:54 PM