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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Scholarship Audition
Scholarship Interview
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM FOCUS
•Combines business and entrepreneurial skills with performing arts knowledge
•Prepares students to manage and produce theatrical productions
•Hands-on work in costume and design shops, plus box office operations
PRODUCTIONS & PERFORMANCE
•Three full-length theatrical productions, two dance concerts, and studio productions annually
•First-year students encouraged to participate from their very first week on campus
•State-of-the-art Arts Center and Performing Arts Center with William Granger Ryan Theatre and Ridge Performance Studio
FACULTY & INDUSTRY
•Accomplished working professionals including resident designers
•Regular guest directors and artists provide industry connections and masterclasses
BUSINESS & LEADERSHIP
•MarComm Club and Student Chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
•Apple Distinguished School — full-time freshmen receive MacBook Air laptops
CAREER DEVELOPMENT
•Award-winning Career and Professional Development Center (CPDC) with regional and national employer partnerships
•Strong track record of internships, apprenticeships, and positions at theatre companies and theme parks nationwide
Key Info
Program AppApplication
Auditions
Immersive Arts Day & Auditions/Interviews (Campus)Jan 24, 2026
Auditions/Interviews (Campus)Feb 16, 2026
Immersive Arts Day for Juniors & Auditions/Interviews (Campus)Mar 21, 2026
Audition Requirements
Optional audition for scholarship consideration — not required for program admission.
Good to Know
ENROLLMENT
•Rolling admissions — apply online for free any time
•Admission based on university acceptance — no separate departmental audition required
SCHOLARSHIP ELIGIBILITY
•To compete for a Visual & Performing Arts scholarship, complete an optional audition or interview
What's The Process
NO AUDITION REQUIRED
•No audition or interview is required for admission to this degree
•Optional audition/interview available for Visual & Performing Arts scholarship consideration
OPTIONAL AUDITION OPTIONS
•You may complete requirements listed under Theatre Performance (B.A.) or Theatre Design & Technology (B.F.A.)
•Or simply sign up for an interview via the Audition Registration Form
Scholarship Info
•Visual & Performing Arts scholarships available
•Must complete optional audition or interview to be eligible
Program info updated Yesterday
Academic School Information
3.78
Avg GPA (W)
76%
Admit Rate
71%
Grad Rate
1,581
Enrollment
$51,748
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$41,414
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$22,558
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$14,651
Family Income $30k - $48k$15,307
Family Income $48k - $75k$18,474
Family Income $75k - $110k$22,424
Family Income $110k+$28,577
