Program
No PrescreenGateway AuditionScholarship InterviewIn-Person OnlyUniversity App Required
Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Gateway Audition
Scholarship Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
FLEXIBLE CURRICULUM
•Combines theatrical experience with a rich liberal arts education
•BA students may apply for acceptance into BFA programs at end of first year
DOUBLE MAJOR & MINORS
•Most opportunity for adding a double major, minor, or certificate program
•Popular secondary majors: English, creative writing, music, political science, pre-law
•Certificates in Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies; Museum Studies; Performing Arts Health & Wellness
GRADUATE PATHWAYS
•One-year MA and Master of Arts Administration programs available
•Five-year bachelor’s-to-master’s pathway possible
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Chuck Cooper (BFA ’76) — Tony Award winner for The Life; 40+ year Broadway career
•Betty Thomas (BFA ’69) — Emmy-winning actress turned blockbuster director
•Piper Perabo (BFA ’98) — star of Coyote Ugly and Covert Affairs
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Apply atSchool Website
Deadlines
Early ActionNov 15, 2025
PriorityJan 15, 2026
RollingFeb 1, 2026
Fee
$70Waiver
Program AppApplication
Audition
Scholarship Interview Day (Athens, OH)Jan 17, 2026
Good to Know
ELIGIBILITY
•Admission via university application — no audition required
•Transfer students do not need an audition or interview for BA admission
•BA students may apply for acceptance into BFA programs at end of first year
CONTACT
•BA Program Head: Dr. Daniel Dennis — dennisd@ohio.edu
What's The Process
ADMISSION
•No audition required for admission to the BA in Theater
•Admission is through the university application process
SCHOLARSHIP INTERVIEW (OPTIONAL)
•Optional interview for scholarship consideration
•Interview Day: January 17, 2026
•Interviews are designed to get to know theater faculty and share your goals
Scholarship Info
TALENT-BASED AWARDS
•Fine Arts Talent Awards available based on optional scholarship interview
•Interview Day: January 17, 2026
ADDITIONAL FUNDING
•Must submit FAFSA for full eligibility for OHIO scholarships and awards
•Spring semester opportunity to apply for additional scholarship money via essays
Program info updated Mar 27, 2:15 AM
FLEXIBLE CURRICULUM
•Combines theatrical experience with a rich liberal arts education
•BA students may apply for acceptance into BFA programs at end of first year
DOUBLE MAJOR & MINORS
•Most opportunity for adding a double major, minor, or certificate program
•Popular secondary majors: English, creative writing, music, political science, pre-law
•Certificates in Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies; Museum Studies; Performing Arts Health & Wellness
GRADUATE PATHWAYS
•One-year MA and Master of Arts Administration programs available
•Five-year bachelor’s-to-master’s pathway possible
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Chuck Cooper (BFA ’76) — Tony Award winner for The Life; 40+ year Broadway career
•Betty Thomas (BFA ’69) — Emmy-winning actress turned blockbuster director
•Piper Perabo (BFA ’98) — star of Coyote Ugly and Covert Affairs
Updated Mar 27, 2:15 AM
Academic School Information
3.64
Avg GPA
85%
Admit Rate
66%
Grad Rate
19,633
Enrollment
$52,581
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$14,158
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$24,838
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$21,637
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$15,673
Family Income $30k - $48k$15,160
Family Income $48k - $75k$19,078
Family Income $75k - $110k$23,689
Family Income $110k+$24,492
