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San Diego Mesa College

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AA Dramatic Arts

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No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

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Training & Productions

Comprehensive performing arts education combining actor training and hands-on technical training in theatre production

Core members compose the Mesa College Theatre Company with immersive mainstage production experience

Covers scenery, lighting, costume, makeup, sound, and prop design

Coursework includes voice-over performance, film/TV performance, digital storytelling, and stage movement

Program Structure

35-39 unit major plus general education (minimum 60 units total)

Part of the Art, Design, & Performance academic pathway

School Info

Snapshot

35%

Grad Rate

16.1K

Enrollment

$45K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$1,150

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$10,006

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$40,385

Before aid

Average Net Price

$5,814

After aid

Cost Of Attendance.Shtml · sdmesa.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 27, 9:41 PM

Program Highlights

Training & Productions

Comprehensive performing arts education combining actor training and hands-on technical training in theatre production

Core members compose the Mesa College Theatre Company with immersive mainstage production experience

Covers scenery, lighting, costume, makeup, sound, and prop design

Coursework includes voice-over performance, film/TV performance, digital storytelling, and stage movement

Program Structure

35-39 unit major plus general education (minimum 60 units total)

Part of the Art, Design, & Performance academic pathway

Program Highlights

Training & Productions

Comprehensive performing arts education combining actor training and hands-on technical training in theatre production

Core members compose the Mesa College Theatre Company with immersive mainstage production experience

Covers scenery, lighting, costume, makeup, sound, and prop design

Coursework includes voice-over performance, film/TV performance, digital storytelling, and stage movement

Program Structure

35-39 unit major plus general education (minimum 60 units total)

Part of the Art, Design, & Performance academic pathway

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2026

These Fall 2026 enrollment dates have passed — dates for the next cycle aren't available yet.

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Feb 19, 2026

Deadline

Priority Registration Application DeadlineApr 10, 2026

Regular DecisionRolling

Academic Deadlines.Shtml · sdmesa.edu

Good to Know

Application

Apply free via CCCApply — no application fee

Rolling admissions — apply year-round

Students must have an active application to enroll in courses

Contact

School of Arts & Languages Dean: Dr. Leticia López — 619-388-2873

Transfer Pathway

This is a transfer pathway degree built to transfer into a four-year program. Confirm which universities it articulates to, and which credits carry over, before you enroll.

What's The Process

Admission

No audition required — open enrollment via CCCApply

Students may audition for Mesa College Theatre Company productions (optional, not required for the degree)

School Info

Snapshot

35%

Grad Rate

16.1K

Enrollment

$45K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$1,150

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$10,006

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$40,385

Before aid

Average Net Price

$5,814

After aid

Cost Of Attendance.Shtml · sdmesa.edu College Scorecard

Training & Productions

Comprehensive performing arts education combining actor training and hands-on technical training in theatre production

Core members compose the Mesa College Theatre Company with immersive mainstage production experience

Covers scenery, lighting, costume, makeup, sound, and prop design

Coursework includes voice-over performance, film/TV performance, digital storytelling, and stage movement

Program Structure

35-39 unit major plus general education (minimum 60 units total)

Part of the Art, Design, & Performance academic pathway

Updated Aug 27, 9:41 PM