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Cert. Performing Arts

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Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewNo PortfolioNo University App

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16 Credits1 YearBlended

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Cert. Performing Arts

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewNo PortfolioNo University App

Program profile

16 Credits1 YearBlended

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Cert. Performing Arts

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewNo PortfolioNo University App

Program profile

16 Credits1 YearBlended

Training

Foundational coursework can span music fundamentals, acting, stagecraft, theatrical design, script analysis, directing, jazz, world music and music in the media

Students tailor study to music, theatre or both while building performance technique, artistic expression, communication, leadership, teamwork and creative problem-solving

Performance & Productions

Classroom learning connects to participation in ensembles, bands, choirs, theatrical productions and performance-based courses

Experiences support both onstage and behind-the-scenes interests and lead toward areas including theatre production, stage management, live event production, music performance, community arts, arts administration and arts education

Degree Flexibility

Students pursuing another primary major gain a structured way to continue performing and shape an artistic experience around their interests

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.16

Admit rate

94%

school-wide

Grad rate

52%

Enrollment

7.5K

Earnings

$47K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$12,075

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$17,006

Before aid

Average net price

$18,256

After aid

Index · pennwest.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 20, 9:36 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Foundational coursework can span music fundamentals, acting, stagecraft, theatrical design, script analysis, directing, jazz, world music and music in the media

Students tailor study to music, theatre or both while building performance technique, artistic expression, communication, leadership, teamwork and creative problem-solving

Performance & Productions

Classroom learning connects to participation in ensembles, bands, choirs, theatrical productions and performance-based courses

Degree Flexibility

Students pursuing another primary major gain a structured way to continue performing and shape an artistic experience around their interests

Program Highlights

Training

Foundational coursework can span music fundamentals, acting, stagecraft, theatrical design, script analysis, directing, jazz, world music and music in the media

Students tailor study to music, theatre or both while building performance technique, artistic expression, communication, leadership, teamwork and creative problem-solving

Performance & Productions

Classroom learning connects to participation in ensembles, bands, choirs, theatrical productions and performance-based courses

Degree Flexibility

Students pursuing another primary major gain a structured way to continue performing and shape an artistic experience around their interests

Good to Know

Enrollment

Designed for PennWest students who are pursuing another major and want to continue music, theatre or both

No separate program application, prescreen, audition, interview or portfolio review is published

Admission Pathway

One-year, 16-credit blended certificate offered at the California, Clarion and Edinboro campuses

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.16

Admit rate

94%

school-wide

Grad rate

52%

Enrollment

7.5K

Earnings

$47K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$12,075

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$17,006

Before aid

Average net price

$18,256

After aid

Index · pennwest.edu College Scorecard

Training

Foundational coursework can span music fundamentals, acting, stagecraft, theatrical design, script analysis, directing, jazz, world music and music in the media

Students tailor study to music, theatre or both while building performance technique, artistic expression, communication, leadership, teamwork and creative problem-solving

Performance & Productions

Classroom learning connects to participation in ensembles, bands, choirs, theatrical productions and performance-based courses

Degree Flexibility

Students pursuing another primary major gain a structured way to continue performing and shape an artistic experience around their interests

Updated Aug 20, 9:36 PM

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