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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
Interview Required
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)
•Active in Texas Educational Theatre Association (TETA)
TRAINING & CURRICULUM
•Combines theatre training with teaching certification
•Coursework in creative drama, theatre for youth, and pedagogy
•Prepares students for K-12 theatre education careers
•Theatre history, dramatic theory, and production experience
PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES
•8-10 departmental productions per academic year
•Freshmen may be cast alongside upperclassmen
•Practical production experience alongside coursework
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•Teaching certification prepares graduates for immediate classroom employment
•Guest artist workshops throughout each year
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
INTERVIEW REGISTRATION
•Register for interview via GeckoForm on department website
•No separate application portal required
What's The Process
INTERVIEW FORMAT
•In-person interview required for Teaching Certification emphasis
•No performance audition required
•Register for interview date online via GeckoForm after applying to SHSU
ADMISSION PROCESS
•Admission contingent upon acceptance to SHSU
•Students encouraged to apply to SHSU before interview
Scholarship Info
SCHOLARSHIPS
•Performance scholarships available for theatre majors
•Scholarships awarded annually and are renewable but not automatically renewed
•Apply via Scholarships4Kats by November 1 for priority consideration
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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
