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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
•Cross-disciplinary BA combining acting, dance, movement, design, and media performance
•Launched Fall 2024 as part of the Patti and Rusty Rueff School of Design, Art, and Performance
•Prepares students as independent content creators and artist-leaders for performance-based projects
TRAINING & CURRICULUM
•120-credit degree spanning acting, dance improvisation, choreography, directing, and technical production
•Includes marketing/management coursework or a Certificate in Entrepreneurship and Innovation
•Senior capstone project synthesizing creative and academic experiences
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•Degree in 3 option allows completion in three years through summer sessions
•Degree Plus option allows earning two degrees in four years
•2.5 GPA required to be considered for production work
Key Info
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Deadlines
Early ActionNov 1, 2025
Regular DecisionJan 15, 2026
Fee
$60Waiver
Good to Know
APPLICATION DETAILS
•Apply via Common App or Purdue's direct application portal
•No supplemental arts materials required
ENROLLMENT
•Fall enrollment
•Currently closed to transfer students
•Practicum enrollment is by audition (for performance) or interview (for production/design)
What's The Process
ADMISSION PROCESS
•No audition or portfolio required for admission
•Students are admitted through the university application process
•Admission is to the College of Liberal Arts; students declare the Interdisciplinary Performance major
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Academic School Information
3.76
Avg GPA (W)
50%
Admit Rate
83%
Grad Rate
39,637
Enrollment
$72,424
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$9,992
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$28,794
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$13,945
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.
Annual Cost by Family Income
Family Income $0 - $30k$4,927
Family Income $30k - $48k$5,925
Family Income $48k - $75k$8,948
Family Income $75k - $110k$18,919
Family Income $110k+$21,130
