University of Notre Dame
Faith-BasedTest-Optional
Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING APPROACH
•Liberal arts program blending scholarly inquiry with hands-on artistic and production work
•Interdisciplinary curriculum covering film, television, and theatre
•Small discussion classes with close faculty mentorship
•Skills include cinematography, lighting, set design, acting, sound design, and animation
SENIOR THESIS
•Options include research paper, film, play, screenplay, directing, or design project
•Provides a capstone creative or scholarly experience
CAREER OUTCOMES
•94% of graduates employed, in graduate school, or in service programs within six months of graduation
STUDENT LIFE
•Annual Notre Dame Student Film Festival
•Open auditions for FTT productions available to all students
•Film Society and other student clubs and organizations
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Apply atSchool Website
Deadlines
Restrictive Early ActionNov 1, 2025
Regular DecisionJan 2, 2026
Fee
$85Waiver
Good to Know
ADMISSION
•No department-specific application — admission is through the university only
•Apply via Common App or the Notre Dame admissions portal
ENROLLMENT
•Any admitted Notre Dame student may enroll in the major at any time
•No separate department approval process required
What's The Process
NO AUDITION REQUIRED
•FTT does not hold auditions, interviews, or portfolio reviews for prospective students
•Any undergraduate admitted to the University of Notre Dame is welcome to declare the FTT major
•Once on campus, all students may audition for FTT theatrical productions regardless of major
CONTACT
•Prospective student inquiries: ftt@nd.edu
•Major enrollment: Michael Kackman, Director of Undergraduate Studies — mkackman@nd.edu
Program info updated Mar 24, 12:24 AM
TRAINING APPROACH
•Liberal arts program blending scholarly inquiry with hands-on artistic and production work
•Interdisciplinary curriculum covering film, television, and theatre
•Small discussion classes with close faculty mentorship
•Skills include cinematography, lighting, set design, acting, sound design, and animation
SENIOR THESIS
•Options include research paper, film, play, screenplay, directing, or design project
•Provides a capstone creative or scholarly experience
CAREER OUTCOMES
•94% of graduates employed, in graduate school, or in service programs within six months of graduation
STUDENT LIFE
•Annual Notre Dame Student Film Festival
•Open auditions for FTT productions available to all students
•Film Society and other student clubs and organizations
Updated Mar 24, 12:24 AM
Academic School Information
4.13
Avg GPA (W)
11%
Admit Rate
96%
Grad Rate
8,818
Enrollment
$99,980
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$65,025
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$26,780
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$7,244
Family Income $30k - $48k$7,254
Family Income $48k - $75k$11,432
Family Income $75k - $110k$18,670
Family Income $110k+$45,321
