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Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredPortfolio RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

12-24 StudentsStudy Abroad

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredPortfolio RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

12-24 StudentsStudy Abroad

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BFA Theatre Design and Technology

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredPortfolio RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program profile

12-24 StudentsStudy Abroad

Training

Choose emphasis in costume design, lighting design, or set design with opportunities to explore other areas

Work productions starting first semester — carpentry, lighting, costumes, scenic painting, and makeup

Build scenery, create costumes from sketches to fitted garment, prep stage lights and props

Fulfill show positions such as carpenter, head electrician, wardrobe crew, or assistant designer

Notable Alumni

Graduates working at Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival, national tours, Busch Gardens, The Juilliard School, Universal Studios

Graduate school placements at Yale, Boston University, Tisch (NYU), Syracuse University

Facilities

State-of-the-art Arts Center and Callahan Theater facilities

Work with local professional theatre companies

Program Director Emily Stork's lighting designs seen worldwide including Lincoln Center and international festivals

Study Abroad

Study abroad in over 30 countries through 75+ programs

SPARK Grant provides $1,500 for internships, research, or study abroad

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.60

Admit rate

75%

school-wide

Grad rate

73%

Enrollment

1.9K

Earnings

$56K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$45,680

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$67,164

Before aid

Average net price

$29,357

After aid

Cost Attendance · www2.naz.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 6d ago

Program Highlights

Training

Choose emphasis in costume design, lighting design, or set design with opportunities to explore other areas

Work productions starting first semester — carpentry, lighting, costumes, scenic painting, and makeup

Build scenery, create costumes from sketches to fitted garment, prep stage lights and props

Fulfill show positions such as carpenter, head electrician, wardrobe crew, or assistant designer

Notable Alumni

Graduates working at Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival, national tours, Busch Gardens, The Juilliard School, Universal Studios

Graduate school placements at Yale, Boston University, Tisch (NYU), Syracuse University

Facilities

State-of-the-art Arts Center and Callahan Theater facilities

Work with local professional theatre companies

Program Director Emily Stork's lighting designs seen worldwide including Lincoln Center and international festivals

Study Abroad

Study abroad in over 30 countries through 75+ programs

SPARK Grant provides $1,500 for internships, research, or study abroad

Program Highlights

Training

Choose emphasis in costume design, lighting design, or set design with opportunities to explore other areas

Work productions starting first semester — carpentry, lighting, costumes, scenic painting, and makeup

Build scenery, create costumes from sketches to fitted garment, prep stage lights and props

Fulfill show positions such as carpenter, head electrician, wardrobe crew, or assistant designer

Notable Alumni

Graduates working at Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival, national tours, Busch Gardens, The Juilliard School, Universal Studios

Graduate school placements at Yale, Boston University, Tisch (NYU), Syracuse University

Facilities

State-of-the-art Arts Center and Callahan Theater facilities

Work with local professional theatre companies

Program Director Emily Stork's lighting designs seen worldwide including Lincoln Center and international festivals

Study Abroad

Study abroad in over 30 countries through 75+ programs

SPARK Grant provides $1,500 for internships, research, or study abroad

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

University AppApplication

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Common App School Website

Deadline

Early DecisionNov 1, 2026

Early ActionDec 1, 2026

Regular DecisionFeb 1, 2027

First Time How Apply · www2.naz.edu

Program AppApplication

Order

The university application must be submitted before the audition.

Auditions

On-Campus Review

Nov 11, 2026Dec 4, 2026Jan 18, 2027Feb 15, 2027Mar 5, 2027

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Interview Requirements

Theatrical Resume

Include relevant theatre production experience

Highlight leadership/supervisory positions

Show your best work

Include references with contact information

Portfolio

Websites, slide/PDF presentations, and physical portfolios are acceptable

Costume Design

Costume renderings/illustrations

Photographs of production costumes and costumes constructed

Full-scale examples of work, if available

Artwork from other mediums showing artistic development

Lighting Design

Drawings/sketches of intended lighting design

Photographs or slides of production lighting

Drafted light plot and paperwork, such as instrument schedule, patch sheet, and cue sheets

Artwork from other mediums showing artistic eye

Scenic Design

Sketches and/or color rendering samples

Color photographs of work and working drawings/drafting samples

Painter's elevations

Artwork from other genres, such as studio art, interior design, graphic design, photography, woodworking, sewing, or upholstery

Sample show bill documenting your position

Sound Design

Samples of designs on CD or cassette

Cue sheets and cue level/setting chart

Sample show bill documenting your position

Stage Management

Sample prompt book with lighting/sound cue notes and blocking notes

Sample rehearsal schedule, crew plot, property/furniture plot

Sample rehearsal and production notes

Sample show bill documenting your position

Technical Directing

Working drawings and/or drafting samples

Photographs showing construction of scenic elements

Paperwork, such as production work schedules and build schedules

Sample show bill documenting your position

Theatre Design Tech Reviews · www2.naz.edu

University Essays

Common App personal essay

250–650 words · Choose 1 of 7 prompts · Written once for all your Common App schools

Background, identity, interest, or talent: Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story.
Facing adversity: The lessons we take from obstacles we encounter can be fundamental to later success. Recount a time when you faced a challenge, setback, or failure. How did it affect you, and what did you learn from the experience?
Challenging an idea: Reflect on a time when you questioned or challenged a belief or idea. What prompted your thinking? What was the outcome?
Gratitude: Reflect on something that someone has done for you that has made you happy or thankful in a surprising way. How has this gratitude affected or motivated you?
Personal growth: Discuss an accomplishment, event, or realization that sparked a period of personal growth and a new understanding of yourself or others.
Intellectual curiosity: Describe a topic, idea, or concept you find so engaging that it makes you lose all track of time. Why does it captivate you? What or who do you turn to when you want to learn more?
Topic of your choice: Share an essay on any topic of your choice. It can be one you've already written, one that responds to a different prompt, or one of your own design.

The Common App enforces the length inside the application.

No school-specific essays for Fall 2027 entry.

Application · Common App Apply Naz · www2.naz.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

After registering for a review date, upload your resume and portfolio through the dashboard at least one week before

Virtual option: upload portfolio to dashboard and Zoom review will be coordinated

What's The Process

Audition Process

Reviews held from fall to spring — all dates close two weeks prior

Submit materials to Admissions Dashboard at least one week before your review

Verbal explanations of portfolio pieces

Responsibilities for productions presented

Design concepts and personal design process

Discoveries during pre-production process

Analysis and self-evaluation of work

Knowledge and understanding of theatre

Personal philosophy and goals as an artist

Audition Expectations

Portfolio review and interview with theatre & dance department faculty

In-person preferred, with virtual option available

Contact: Emily Stork, estork0@naz.edu

Nazareth accepts students directly to programs

Scholarship Info

Talent scholarship based on audition or portfolio quality

If selected, scholarship appears on financial aid award letter

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.60

Admit rate

75%

school-wide

Grad rate

73%

Enrollment

1.9K

Earnings

$56K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$45,680

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$67,164

Before aid

Average net price

$29,357

After aid

Cost Attendance · www2.naz.edu College Scorecard

Training

Choose emphasis in costume design, lighting design, or set design with opportunities to explore other areas

Work productions starting first semester — carpentry, lighting, costumes, scenic painting, and makeup

Build scenery, create costumes from sketches to fitted garment, prep stage lights and props

Fulfill show positions such as carpenter, head electrician, wardrobe crew, or assistant designer

Notable Alumni

Graduates working at Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival, national tours, Busch Gardens, The Juilliard School, Universal Studios

Graduate school placements at Yale, Boston University, Tisch (NYU), Syracuse University

Facilities

State-of-the-art Arts Center and Callahan Theater facilities

Work with local professional theatre companies

Program Director Emily Stork's lighting designs seen worldwide including Lincoln Center and international festivals

Study Abroad

Study abroad in over 30 countries through 75+ programs

SPARK Grant provides $1,500 for internships, research, or study abroad

Updated 6d ago