Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING
•Comprehensive curriculum in stage lighting, scenic design, costume crafts, and stage management
•Hands-on experience in audio production and TV studio production
•Prepares for technical careers in professional and educational theatre
DEGREE OPTIONS
•Associate in Science (AS) degree with full general education
•Certificate of Achievement (32 units) for focused career preparation
PRODUCTIONS
•Crew positions on student productions each semester
•Practical experience through repeatable Stage Techniques course
Key Info
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply to PCC through OpenCCC (free to apply)
•Rolling admissions — no application deadline
PROGRAM OPTIONS
•AS degree: complete general education requirements plus 32-unit technical core
•Certificate of Achievement: complete 32-unit technical core only
What's The Process
ENROLLMENT
•No audition or portfolio required for admission
•Open enrollment — apply to PCC through OpenCCC and register for courses
•Students gain hands-on experience through production crew assignments
Program info updated 3h ago
TRAINING
•Comprehensive curriculum in stage lighting, scenic design, costume crafts, and stage management
•Hands-on experience in audio production and TV studio production
•Prepares for technical careers in professional and educational theatre
DEGREE OPTIONS
•Associate in Science (AS) degree with full general education
•Certificate of Achievement (32 units) for focused career preparation
PRODUCTIONS
•Crew positions on student productions each semester
•Practical experience through repeatable Stage Techniques course
Updated 3h ago
Academic School Information
44%
Grad Rate
21,466
Enrollment
$43,937
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$1,180
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$9,820
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$3,864
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$3,051
Family Income $30k - $48k$2,631
Family Income $48k - $75k$6,003
Family Income $75k - $110k$9,136
Family Income $110k+$11,261
