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BA Theatre

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Program Recognition

Ranked #1 undergraduate theatre program in Missouri and top 30 in the nation

Located at River Campus on the banks of the Mississippi

Training

Broad-based education and training in theatre with flexibility to explore all aspects of performing arts

Four mainstage theatre productions and two second stage productions annually

Lanford Wilson New American Play Festival with guest artists and playwrights

Fault Line Film Festival participation

Notable Alumni

Tim Nicolai (BFA 2005) — The Glass Menagerie on Broadway, Shakespeare in the Park at The Public Theater, now Dobbins Conservatory faculty

Emily Wilson Reeves (2005) — Stage Manager at Cirque du Soleil (Beatles LOVE, "O")

Rachel Richter — Milwaukee Repertory Theatre

Professional Development

Collaborations with Tony, Oscar, and Emmy-winners

Training with experienced faculty in all areas of theatre

Alpha Psi Omega Honorary Theatre Fraternity

School Info

Snapshot

3.50

Avg GPA

74%

Admit Rate

school-wide

58%

Grad Rate

6.4K

Enrollment

$44K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$10,560

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$10,560

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$23,106

Before aid

Average Net Price

$15,882

After aid

Cost · semo.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Jul 26, 1:24 AM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Ranked #1 undergraduate theatre program in Missouri and top 30 in the nation

Located at River Campus on the banks of the Mississippi

Training

Broad-based education and training in theatre with flexibility to explore all aspects of performing arts

Four mainstage theatre productions and two second stage productions annually

Lanford Wilson New American Play Festival with guest artists and playwrights

Fault Line Film Festival participation

Notable Alumni

Tim Nicolai (BFA 2005) — The Glass Menagerie on Broadway, Shakespeare in the Park at The Public Theater, now Dobbins Conservatory faculty

Emily Wilson Reeves (2005) — Stage Manager at Cirque du Soleil (Beatles LOVE, "O")

Rachel Richter — Milwaukee Repertory Theatre

Professional Development

Collaborations with Tony, Oscar, and Emmy-winners

Training with experienced faculty in all areas of theatre

Alpha Psi Omega Honorary Theatre Fraternity

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Ranked #1 undergraduate theatre program in Missouri and top 30 in the nation

Located at River Campus on the banks of the Mississippi

Training

Broad-based education and training in theatre with flexibility to explore all aspects of performing arts

Four mainstage theatre productions and two second stage productions annually

Lanford Wilson New American Play Festival with guest artists and playwrights

Fault Line Film Festival participation

Notable Alumni

Tim Nicolai (BFA 2005) — The Glass Menagerie on Broadway, Shakespeare in the Park at The Public Theater, now Dobbins Conservatory faculty

Emily Wilson Reeves (2005) — Stage Manager at Cirque du Soleil (Beatles LOVE, "O")

Rachel Richter — Milwaukee Repertory Theatre

Professional Development

Collaborations with Tony, Oscar, and Emmy-winners

Training with experienced faculty in all areas of theatre

Alpha Psi Omega Honorary Theatre Fraternity

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Deadline

PriorityFeb 1, 2027

Regular DecisionRolling

How To Apply · semo.edu

Good to Know

Eligibility

Must be accepted academically to SEMO via Common App or university portal

Enrollment

Students assigned an advisor within the Conservatory upon declaring major

Transfer Pathway

SEMO publishes a St. Charles Community College AA-to-BA Theatre articulation plan. Students should follow the official plan and current BA Theatre degree requirements.

Registrar Articulationagreement Stcharlestheatre.Pdf · semo.edu

What's The Process

No Audition Required

Declaration of major constitutes full admission to the BA Theatre program

Scholarship Info

Scholarship Details

Theatre and Dance Scholarships are renewable awards valued at $500, $1,000, or $1,500

BA Theatre students who want scholarship consideration should complete the Theatre and Dance scholarship form

Eligibility

Must be accepted to SEMO as a declared Theatre or Dance major

Enhanced ACT composite score of at least 21 or SAT composite score of at least 1080

Cumulative high school GPA of 3.0

Renewal Requirements

Remain a Theatre/Dance major

Maintain 2.5 cumulative Southeast GPA and 3.0 Theatre and Dance GPA

Earn no lower than B in all Rehearsal and Production classes

Complete 30 credit hours per academic year

School Info

Snapshot

3.50

Avg GPA

74%

Admit Rate

school-wide

58%

Grad Rate

6.4K

Enrollment

$44K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$10,560

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$10,560

Before aid

Cost of Attendance

$23,106

Before aid

Average Net Price

$15,882

After aid

Cost · semo.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

Ranked #1 undergraduate theatre program in Missouri and top 30 in the nation

Located at River Campus on the banks of the Mississippi

Training

Broad-based education and training in theatre with flexibility to explore all aspects of performing arts

Four mainstage theatre productions and two second stage productions annually

Lanford Wilson New American Play Festival with guest artists and playwrights

Fault Line Film Festival participation

Notable Alumni

Tim Nicolai (BFA 2005) — The Glass Menagerie on Broadway, Shakespeare in the Park at The Public Theater, now Dobbins Conservatory faculty

Emily Wilson Reeves (2005) — Stage Manager at Cirque du Soleil (Beatles LOVE, "O")

Rachel Richter — Milwaukee Repertory Theatre

Professional Development

Collaborations with Tony, Oscar, and Emmy-winners

Training with experienced faculty in all areas of theatre

Alpha Psi Omega Honorary Theatre Fraternity

Updated Jul 26, 1:24 AM