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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•NAST accredited (National Association of Schools of Theatre)
•Member of University/Resident Theatre Association (U/RTA)
•Only MFA program in theatre in South Carolina
TRAINING & PRODUCTIONS
•Annual season of public performances as extension of classroom teaching
•Venues include historic Longstreet Theatre and Lab Theatre (black box)
•Active guest-artist program with professional directors, choreographers, and designers
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•Open to students of all majors for production auditions
•Strong liberal arts foundation with experiential learning focus
Key Info
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Deadlines
Early ActionOct 15, 2025
Regular DecisionDec 1, 2025
Fee
$65Waiver
Good to Know
ENROLLMENT
•Fall enrollment
•Apply through the University of South Carolina Office of Undergraduate Admissions
What's The Process
ADMISSION
•No audition required for admission to the BA Theatre program
•Students are admitted through the university application process
•Production auditions are open to all USC students regardless of major
Program info updated Yesterday
Academic School Information
3.69
Avg GPA (W)
61%
Admit Rate
78%
Grad Rate
28,113
Enrollment
$62,177
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$12,688
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$34,934
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$24,532
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$14,421
Family Income $30k - $48k$17,602
Family Income $48k - $75k$22,744
Family Income $75k - $110k$26,936
Family Income $110k+$29,493
