Northern Arizona University
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
Scholarship Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•NAST accredited (National Association of Schools of Theatre)
ACADEMIC FOCUS
•Emphasis on theatre history, theory, criticism, and effective writing
•Coursework includes Modern and Contemporary Drama
•Synthesize study of global theatre to articulate critical stances
TRAINING & PRODUCTIONS
•Hands-on production experience from first semester
•300-seat Clifford E. White Theater and black box Studio Theater
STUDENT LIFE
•Arizona Playmakers — one of the oldest student clubs on campus (founded 1923)
•Alpha Psi Omega National Theatre Honor Society chapter
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•Liberal arts foundation with foreign language component
•Minor required alongside emphasis
Key Info
Program AppApplication
Deadline
Scholarship ApplicationMar 1, 2026
Audition
Scholarship Interview (NAU Studio Theater)Mar 7, 2026
Good to Know
APPLICATION PORTAL
•University application via Common App or NAU website
•Scholarship materials submitted via Acceptd
ENROLLMENT
•Rolling admissions — apply anytime
•No application fee
•Must be admitted to NAU before applying for department scholarships
DEGREE DETAILS
•BA includes foreign language component (16 units)
•Minor required alongside emphasis
What's The Process
ADMISSION
•No audition or interview required for emphasis admission
•Admission is through the university application process
CONTACT
•Theatre@nau.edu or 928-523-3781
Scholarship Info
THEATRE SCHOLARSHIP
•Submit scholarship application via Acceptd by March 1 for full consideration
•Rolling deadline — applications accepted until August 1 if funds remain
•In-person scholarship interview: first Saturday in March at 1 PM in Studio Theater
PORTFOLIO SUBMISSION
•Upload portfolio via Acceptd (photos, sketches, reviews, stage management books)
ADDITIONAL MATERIALS
•Letter of intent (interest in NAU Theatre + financial need)
•Resume and photo (tight shot, shoulders up)
•Three letters of recommendation (on letterhead, mailed separately)
•Official transcripts and FERPA form
Program info updated 1d ago
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•NAST accredited (National Association of Schools of Theatre)
ACADEMIC FOCUS
•Emphasis on theatre history, theory, criticism, and effective writing
•Coursework includes Modern and Contemporary Drama
•Synthesize study of global theatre to articulate critical stances
TRAINING & PRODUCTIONS
•Hands-on production experience from first semester
•300-seat Clifford E. White Theater and black box Studio Theater
STUDENT LIFE
•Arizona Playmakers — one of the oldest student clubs on campus (founded 1923)
•Alpha Psi Omega National Theatre Honor Society chapter
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•Liberal arts foundation with foreign language component
•Minor required alongside emphasis
Updated 1d ago
Academic School Information
3.70
Avg GPA (W)
90%
Admit Rate
59%
Grad Rate
22,903
Enrollment
$54,384
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$13,009
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$29,881
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$14,158
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.
Family Income $0 - $30k$9,709
Family Income $30k - $48k$10,398
Family Income $48k - $75k$13,330
Family Income $75k - $110k$18,050
Family Income $110k+$20,686
