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BFA Theatre Design/Technology
Sound Design
Program snapshot
Admissions
Prescreen RequiredNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App RequiredAudition format
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Selective12-24 StudentsTraining
•Professional BFA program in aural storytelling and collaborative theatrical sound design
•Students learn acoustics, electric theory, sound creation, system design, show control, audio networking, music theory, composition, live sound reinforcement, studio recording, mixing/mastering, and post-production
•Coursework intersects with Conservatory of Music and New Media program in School of Film and Media Studies
Notable Alumni
•Alumni have received Tony, Emmy, Obie, Drama Desk, and Telly Awards
•Lizzie Mahoney '18 — sound/audio work for NBC Sports productions
•Credits span Broadway, Off Broadway, dance, film, television, and Las Vegas
Professional Development
•Students frequently pursue apprenticeships in NYC studios and shops
•More than 86% of graduates working in their chosen profession
•Purchase grads are working in or have worked in every theatre on Broadway, all tri-state venues, and with countless touring productions
Facilities
•The Performing Arts Center (PAC) with extensive schedule of productions
•State-of-the-art CMFT with black box theatre and shop spaces
•Modern design studios with personal workspace and drawing tables
•Private/semiprivate studios often provided for juniors and seniors
Academic info
Snapshot
3.39
Avg GPA (W)
74%
Admit Rate
school-wide
62%
Grad Rate
3.2K
Enrollment
$45K
Earnings
10yr after
Costs & Aid
Average Annual Cost
$18,913
after typical aid
In-State Tuition
$8,953
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,203
before aid
Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.
$0-30k$11,835
$30-48k$15,230
$48-75k$19,658
$75-110k$20,886
$110k+$25,428
Program info updated Apr 29, 4:27 PM
Program Highlights
Training
•Professional BFA program in aural storytelling and collaborative theatrical sound design
•Students learn acoustics, electric theory, sound creation, system design, show control, audio networking, music theory, composition, live sound reinforcement, studio recording, mixing/mastering, and post-production
•Coursework intersects with Conservatory of Music and New Media program in School of Film and Media Studies
Notable Alumni
•Alumni have received Tony, Emmy, Obie, Drama Desk, and Telly Awards
•Lizzie Mahoney '18 — sound/audio work for NBC Sports productions
•Credits span Broadway, Off Broadway, dance, film, television, and Las Vegas
Professional Development
•Students frequently pursue apprenticeships in NYC studios and shops
•More than 86% of graduates working in their chosen profession
•Purchase grads are working in or have worked in every theatre on Broadway, all tri-state venues, and with countless touring productions
Facilities
•The Performing Arts Center (PAC) with extensive schedule of productions
•State-of-the-art CMFT with black box theatre and shop spaces
•Modern design studios with personal workspace and drawing tables
•Private/semiprivate studios often provided for juniors and seniors
Training
•Professional BFA program in aural storytelling and collaborative theatrical sound design
•Students learn acoustics, electric theory, sound creation, system design, show control, audio networking, music theory, composition, live sound reinforcement, studio recording, mixing/mastering, and post-production
•Coursework intersects with Conservatory of Music and New Media program in School of Film and Media Studies
Notable Alumni
•Alumni have received Tony, Emmy, Obie, Drama Desk, and Telly Awards
•Lizzie Mahoney '18 — sound/audio work for NBC Sports productions
•Credits span Broadway, Off Broadway, dance, film, television, and Las Vegas
Professional Development
•Students frequently pursue apprenticeships in NYC studios and shops
•More than 86% of graduates working in their chosen profession
•Purchase grads are working in or have worked in every theatre on Broadway, all tri-state venues, and with countless touring productions
Facilities
•The Performing Arts Center (PAC) with extensive schedule of productions
•State-of-the-art CMFT with black box theatre and shop spaces
•Modern design studios with personal workspace and drawing tables
•Private/semiprivate studios often provided for juniors and seniors
Updated Apr 29, 4:27 PM
