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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
No Interview
In-Person Only
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING
•Broad-based curriculum across all theatre disciplines
•Flexibility to customize program of study to pursue specific interests in greater depth
•Perform in three pre-professional troupes: Mainstage, Musical Theatre, and Growing Stage
FACULTY & GUEST ARTISTS
•Faculty with experience at Trinity Rep, Gamm Theatre, and American College Theatre Festival
•Prominent guest artists regularly brought to campus
FACILITIES
•Nazarian Center for the Performing Arts
•Four major theatre productions annually
CAREER PREPARATION
•Preparation for multiple career paths in theatre
•Talent awards and employment opportunities available
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Deadlines
Early ActionDec 15, 2025
Regular DecisionMar 15, 2026
Fee
$50Waiver
Waived for veterans and dependents of veterans
Program AppApplication
Auditions
Theatre Audition Day I (RIC Campus)Feb 14, 2026
Theatre Audition Day II (RIC Campus)Feb 28, 2026
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply to RIC via Common App
•Register for a theatre audition separately via the department registration form
ENROLLMENT
•Students not accepted into the theatre major may pursue other RIC programs
•Fall enrollment only
What's The Process
AUDITION FORMAT
•In-person audition on RIC campus at Sapinsley Hall, Nazarian Center for the Performing Arts
•Audition details provided upon registration
TIMING
•You do not need to be admitted to RIC before auditioning
•Recommended to complete your admissions application by your audition date
CONTACT
•wwilson@ric.edu | 401-456-9883
•Department of Theatre and Dance, Roberts Hall 216
Scholarship Info
TALENT AWARDS
•Funding available through talent awards based on audition performance
•Employment opportunities in backstage work, costume shop, and box office
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Academic School Information
3.14
Avg GPA (W)
81%
Admit Rate
45%
Grad Rate
4,630
Enrollment
$56,318
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$10,986
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$26,519
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$10,988
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$7,674
Family Income $30k - $48k$8,507
Family Income $48k - $75k$11,290
Family Income $75k - $110k$15,107
Family Income $110k+$16,800
