Northeastern University
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•Named among "Top Ten B.A. Theatre Programs" in the U.S.
•Part of the College of Arts, Media and Design (CAMD)
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
•Signature co-op program with 40+ professional theatre partners
•Placements include American Repertory Theatre, Lincoln Center, Manhattan Theatre Club, and Second Stage Theatre
•Two co-op semesters integrated into the four-year plan
TRAINING & PRODUCTIONS
•Coursework in acting, directing, playwriting, voice and speech, movement, and stage combat
•Productions in Studio Theatre and Ryder Theatre Lab alongside professional guest artists
•Acting for camera and musical theatre cabaret courses available
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•Choose BA (includes foreign language) or BS track
•Option to pursue combined majors with English, Journalism, Communication Studies, or Media and Screen Studies
Key Info
University AppApplication
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Deadlines
Early DecisionNov 1, 2025
Early ActionNov 1, 2025
Early Decision IIJan 1, 2026
Regular DecisionJan 1, 2026
Fee
$75Waiver
Program AppApplication
Deadlines
Early Decision I PortfolioNov 10, 2025
Early Action PortfolioDec 1, 2025
Early Decision II PortfolioJan 15, 2026
Regular Decision PortfolioFeb 1, 2026
Submission Requirements
Monologues
TWO CONTRASTING MONOLOGUES (OPTIONAL), 3 min total
•Two contrasting monologues OR one monologue from a contemporary play
•Combined length no longer than 3 minutes
•Memorized preferred
Wildcard / Special Skill
N/A
Additional Materials
RESUME (recommended)
•Include theatre experience and training
PERSONAL STATEMENT (recommended)
•500-word limit
•Part of the CAMD portfolio submission
Good to Know
PORTFOLIO SUBMISSION
•Portfolios are optional but encouraged for all CAMD majors
•Must select "College of Arts, Media and Design" as home college on Common App
PORTFOLIO DEADLINES
•Early Decision I: November 10
•Early Action: December 1
•Early Decision II: January 15
•Regular Decision: February 1
SUBMISSION SPECS
•Upload 1-5 items via SlideRoom (images up to 10 MB, video up to 120 MB, audio up to 60 MB, PDFs up to 20 MB)
•May link to media from YouTube, Vimeo, or SoundCloud
What's The Process
AUDITION (OPTIONAL — NOT REQUIRED)
•Auditions are encouraged but not required for admission
•Auditioning can enhance your admissions profile and increase merit-based financial aid
•Not a conservatory — admission is not exclusively talent-based
FORMAT
•In-person on campus (448 Ryder Hall) or virtual via Zoom
•Each audition slot is 12 minutes
•Q&A session follows
PORTFOLIO ALTERNATIVE
•If unable to attend auditions, submit a portfolio via SlideRoom through your Application Status Check
•Portfolio submission counts the same as an in-person or virtual audition
CONTACT
•Jesse Hinson: j.hinson@northeastern.edu
Scholarship Info
CAMD CREATIVE LEADERS SCHOLARSHIP
•All portfolio submitters are automatically considered
•Limited number of full-tuition scholarships available
•$10,000 and $15,000 annual renewable awards for academic and creative excellence
DEANS HONORS FELLOWS
•Selected students receive special opportunities to hone creative potential
•Additional stipend for experiential activities including research, global experiences, and creative projects
Program info updated 1 week ago
Academic School Information
4.09
Avg GPA (W)
6%
Admit Rate
91%
Grad Rate
15,719
Enrollment
$92,538
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$63,141
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$32,116
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$5,900
Family Income $30k - $48k$6,383
Family Income $48k - $75k$10,482
Family Income $75k - $110k$20,109
Family Income $110k+$51,753
