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Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Program Recognition

NAST-accredited theatre program in the Department of Theatre and Dance

BA Theatre supports acting, directing, design, stage management, writing, and research interests

Training

Classroom studies, studio work, and practical production experience tailored to each student's interests

Faculty include working professionals, with guest artists representing the full spectrum of theatre practice

Performance & Productions

Students participate in annual mainstage, laboratory, and student-directed productions

Production venues include an arena stage, proscenium stage, and black box laboratory theatre

Facilities

Access to costume shop, scenic studio, and production-based learning spaces

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.69

Admit rate

60%

school-wide

Grad rate

79%

Enrollment

29.8K

Earnings

$62K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$12,688

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$37,376

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$39,364

Before aid

Average net price

$22,811

After aid

Cost To Attend · sc.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 9h ago

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NAST-accredited theatre program in the Department of Theatre and Dance

BA Theatre supports acting, directing, design, stage management, writing, and research interests

Training

Classroom studies, studio work, and practical production experience tailored to each student's interests

Faculty include working professionals, with guest artists representing the full spectrum of theatre practice

Performance & Productions

Students participate in annual mainstage, laboratory, and student-directed productions

Production venues include an arena stage, proscenium stage, and black box laboratory theatre

Facilities

Access to costume shop, scenic studio, and production-based learning spaces

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NAST-accredited theatre program in the Department of Theatre and Dance

BA Theatre supports acting, directing, design, stage management, writing, and research interests

Training

Classroom studies, studio work, and practical production experience tailored to each student's interests

Faculty include working professionals, with guest artists representing the full spectrum of theatre practice

Performance & Productions

Students participate in annual mainstage, laboratory, and student-directed productions

Production venues include an arena stage, proscenium stage, and black box laboratory theatre

Facilities

Access to costume shop, scenic studio, and production-based learning spaces

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Fee

$65

Deadline

Early ActionOct 15, 2026

Regular DecisionDec 1, 2026

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply through the University of South Carolina Office of Undergraduate Admissions

Fall enrollment

Admission Pathway

Students may complete the general BA Theatre major or choose a concentration in Performance or Design and Technology

What's The Process

Audition Process

No audition or interview required for initial admission to the BA Theatre program

New freshmen who meet University admissions standards are eligible for admission through the College of Arts and Sciences

Post-Enrollment

Production auditions are open to University of South Carolina students regardless of major

Scholarship Info

Departmental Scholarships

Helen Hayes Undergraduate Theatre Scholarship Recruitment Award available to incoming freshmen and transfer theatre majors

Awarded for outstanding scholarship, leadership, and contributions in Theatre Arts

Continuing annual award of $250/semester (up to 8 semesters)

Out-of-state students receiving a departmental scholarship may qualify for tuition reduction

Requires separate scholarship application through the Department of Theatre and Dance

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.69

Admit rate

60%

school-wide

Grad rate

79%

Enrollment

29.8K

Earnings

$62K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$12,688

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$37,376

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$39,364

Before aid

Average net price

$22,811

After aid

Cost To Attend · sc.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

NAST-accredited theatre program in the Department of Theatre and Dance

BA Theatre supports acting, directing, design, stage management, writing, and research interests

Training

Classroom studies, studio work, and practical production experience tailored to each student's interests

Faculty include working professionals, with guest artists representing the full spectrum of theatre practice

Performance & Productions

Students participate in annual mainstage, laboratory, and student-directed productions

Production venues include an arena stage, proscenium stage, and black box laboratory theatre

Facilities

Access to costume shop, scenic studio, and production-based learning spaces

Updated 9h ago

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