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Rockford University

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No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewUniversity App Required

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BA/BS Theatre Arts

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study Abroad

Performance & Productions

Numerous performance opportunities in department productions

Two musicals, two mainstage plays, student-directed productions, and Artists' Ensemble shows annually

Professional Development

Artists' Ensemble Theatre — professional Equity company in residence

Study Abroad

Optional semester at Regent's University in London or other study abroad destinations

Degree Flexibility

Broadest exposure to all aspects of theatre training and education

Foundation for secondary education certification

Works well in combination with other majors and minors

Prepares for careers in talent agency, casting, performance, production, film, television, and academia

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.25

Admit rate

93%

school-wide

Grad rate

47%

Enrollment

972

Earnings

$55K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$40,370

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$60,160

Before aid

Average net price

$22,436

After aid

Undergraduate · rockford.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 5, 2:13 AM

Program Highlights

Performance & Productions

Numerous performance opportunities in department productions

Two musicals, two mainstage plays, student-directed productions, and Artists' Ensemble shows annually

Professional Development

Artists' Ensemble Theatre — professional Equity company in residence

Study Abroad

Optional semester at Regent's University in London or other study abroad destinations

Degree Flexibility

Broadest exposure to all aspects of theatre training and education

Foundation for secondary education certification

Works well in combination with other majors and minors

Prepares for careers in talent agency, casting, performance, production, film, television, and academia

Program Highlights

Performance & Productions

Numerous performance opportunities in department productions

Two musicals, two mainstage plays, student-directed productions, and Artists' Ensemble shows annually

Professional Development

Artists' Ensemble Theatre — professional Equity company in residence

Study Abroad

Optional semester at Regent's University in London or other study abroad destinations

Degree Flexibility

Broadest exposure to all aspects of theatre training and education

Foundation for secondary education certification

Works well in combination with other majors and minors

Prepares for careers in talent agency, casting, performance, production, film, television, and academia

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

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Auditions

On-Campus / Virtual Audition

Oct 2, 2026Nov 20, 2026Feb 19, 2027Mar 26, 2027Apr 23, 2027

Chicago Unified AuditionsFeb 2, 2027

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Good to Know

Eligibility

Audition/interview encouraged but not required for admission

Audition required for Performing Arts Scholarship consideration

Transfer students welcome

What's The Process

Audition Process

Encouraged to audition or interview before or during first semester

Interview with performing arts faculty

Students with acting interest: prepare two contrasting monologues (combined not to exceed 2.5 min, one from plays of American realism)

Students with design/tech interest: bring portfolio or evidence of previous work

Decision typically communicated within 10-14 days

Audition Expectations

Campus tour begins at 11 AM

Lunch with students and faculty at noon

Audition begins at 1:00 PM

Audition times between 10 AM - 12 PM (Central)

Student-hosted "Green Room" available for Q&A

Contact

Timm Adams — TAdams@rockford.edu

Scholarship Info

Performing Arts Scholarship

$64,000 - $80,000 over four years, based on talent and potential

Amount depends on GPA and ACT/SAT score

Replaces Academic Scholarship if PA Scholarship is higher

Scholarships awarded in July, November, and March

Competitive Scholarships

Colman Scholarship — full tuition for all four years

Trustee Scholarship — 75% of tuition for all four years

Outside scholarships accepted without reducing RU scholarships

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.25

Admit rate

93%

school-wide

Grad rate

47%

Enrollment

972

Earnings

$55K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$40,370

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$60,160

Before aid

Average net price

$22,436

After aid

Undergraduate · rockford.edu College Scorecard

Performance & Productions

Numerous performance opportunities in department productions

Two musicals, two mainstage plays, student-directed productions, and Artists' Ensemble shows annually

Professional Development

Artists' Ensemble Theatre — professional Equity company in residence

Study Abroad

Optional semester at Regent's University in London or other study abroad destinations

Degree Flexibility

Broadest exposure to all aspects of theatre training and education

Foundation for secondary education certification

Works well in combination with other majors and minors

Prepares for careers in talent agency, casting, performance, production, film, television, and academia

Updated Aug 5, 2:13 AM