Reed College
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING & CURRICULUM
•Established interdisciplinary major combining Theatre and Dance departments
•Integrates theatre history, performance studies, design, and choreography
•Yearlong senior thesis with potential production component
•Access to full course offerings in both Theatre and Dance departments
PRODUCTIONS & PERFORMANCE
•Participation in productions from both Theatre and Dance seasons
•Two performance spaces: 180-seat Diver Studio Theatre and 99-seat Black Box
•Productions open to both majors and non-majors
FACILITIES
•Performing Arts Building (opened 2013) — home to Theatre, Dance, and Music
•Scene shop, costume shop, design studio, rehearsal spaces, and performance laboratory
•Earth Advantage certified building with sustainable design
Key Info
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Deadlines
Early Decision INov 1, 2025
Early ActionNov 1, 2025
Early Decision IIJan 15, 2026
Regular DecisionJan 15, 2026
Good to Know
APPLICATION PLATFORMS
•Apply via Common App or Coalition Application (Scoir) — neither is favored
•Reed writing supplement required (up to 500 words)
APPLICATION DETAILS
•Test-optional — SAT/ACT scores neither required nor used
•Two teacher evaluations required (from different academic disciplines)
•Students may apply Early Decision I, Early Decision II, Early Action, or Regular Decision
•Early Decision is binding — applicants are twice as likely to gain admission
ENROLLMENT
•Fall enrollment only
•Students declare their major after enrolling — no pre-admission to the program
What's The Process
ADMISSION PROCESS
•No audition, prescreen, or interview required for admission
•Students apply to Reed College and declare their major after enrolling
•Interdisciplinary major — students work with both Theatre and Dance faculty
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Academic School Information
4.01
Avg GPA (W)
27%
Admit Rate
78%
Grad Rate
1,407
Enrollment
$62,927
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$67,020
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$39,951
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$19,418
Family Income $30k - $48k$25,846
Family Income $48k - $75k$14,080
Family Income $75k - $110k$28,552
Family Income $110k+$53,463
