Sam Houston State University
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
No Interview
In-Person Only
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•NAST-accredited program (National Association of Schools of Theatre)
•Active in Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival (KCACTF)
•Productions regularly invited to KCACTF Regional Festival
TRAINING FOCUS
•Advanced acting coursework in modern, classical, and camera techniques
•Meisner Technique, improvisation, commedia dell'arte, and stage combat
•Directing I and II coursework with practical scene work
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•8-10 departmental productions per academic year
•Freshmen may be cast alongside upperclassmen
•Advanced students may direct departmental productions
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•Internship programs with Houston professional theatres
•Guest artist workshops in acting, directing, and related disciplines
Key Info
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Deadlines
FallAug 1, 2026
SpringDec 15, 2026
SummerMay 15, 2027
Domestic Fee
$50
International Fee
$90
Good to Know
ENROLLMENT
•Fall enrollment only
•Must be accepted to SHSU before program admission is finalized
AUDITION REGISTRATION
•Register for audition via GeckoForm on department website
•No separate audition application portal required
What's The Process
AUDITION FORMAT
•In-person performance audition required for Acting & Directing emphasis
•Specific requirements provided upon audition registration via GeckoForm
ADMISSION PROCESS
•Admission contingent upon acceptance to SHSU
•Students encouraged to apply to SHSU before audition
Scholarship Info
SCHOLARSHIPS
•Performance scholarships available for theatre majors
•Design, management, and technical auditions held each fall and spring
•Scholarships awarded annually and are renewable but not automatically renewed
APPLICATION
•Returning students must apply via Scholarships4Kats by November 1 for priority consideration
•Student assistantships available for advanced students in scenery, properties, costuming, lighting, and management
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Academic School Information
3.28
Avg GPA (W)
85%
Admit Rate
56%
Grad Rate
18,138
Enrollment
$54,211
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$9,228
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,020
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$16,025
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$11,736
Family Income $30k - $48k$12,541
Family Income $48k - $75k$15,419
Family Income $75k - $110k$21,551
Family Income $110k+$23,198
