Public school8.8K

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Edwardsville, IL

Test-OptionalGreek LifeLGBTQ+

Start free

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program

Concentration

Quick links

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Browse programs

Quick links

BA/BS Theater and Dance

Performance

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Training

Known for small class sizes and artistic freedom afforded to students

Faculty encourage students to take creative risks

Performance & Productions

5 mainstage theater productions annually in Dunham Hall

Black Theater Workshop and Experimental Theatre Festival

Summer season featuring a large-scale musical and a Shakespeare play

Student-produced plays, SIUE Xfest, and student one-act festival

Notable Alumni

Stephnie Weir — series regular on MADtv; Fun with Dick and Jane; FX's The Comedians

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.54

Admit rate

98%

school-wide

Grad rate

57%

Enrollment

8.8K

Earnings

$56K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$13,299

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$13,299

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$31,815

Before aid

Average net price

$14,889

After aid

Cost Of Attendance.Shtml · siue.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Sep 9, 2:18 PM

Program Highlights

Training

Known for small class sizes and artistic freedom afforded to students

Faculty encourage students to take creative risks

Performance & Productions

5 mainstage theater productions annually in Dunham Hall

Black Theater Workshop and Experimental Theatre Festival

Summer season featuring a large-scale musical and a Shakespeare play

Student-produced plays, SIUE Xfest, and student one-act festival

Notable Alumni

Stephnie Weir — series regular on MADtv; Fun with Dick and Jane; FX's The Comedians

Program Highlights

Training

Known for small class sizes and artistic freedom afforded to students

Faculty encourage students to take creative risks

Performance & Productions

5 mainstage theater productions annually in Dunham Hall

Black Theater Workshop and Experimental Theatre Festival

Summer season featuring a large-scale musical and a Shakespeare play

Student-produced plays, SIUE Xfest, and student one-act festival

Notable Alumni

Stephnie Weir — series regular on MADtv; Fun with Dick and Jane; FX's The Comedians

Key Info

Enrollment Term

University AppApplication

Apply

Common App School Website

Deadline

Application deadlineAug 9, 2027

First Year.Shtml · siue.edu

Program AppApplication

Order

The university application must be submitted before the audition.

Auditions

On-campus audition

Oct 17, 2026Feb 21, 2027

Index.Shtml · siue.edu

Audition Requirements

Monologues

Requirements

Two contrasting monologues from memory

Each approximately 1 minute in length

Index.Shtml · siue.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply to SIUE via Common App or school website (no application fee)

No separate audition portal required

Eligibility

Must maintain 2.0 cumulative GPA

All required theater and dance courses must be completed with a C or above

What's The Process

Audition Process

Audition required for Performance (Acting) specialization

Options: on-campus audition day, weekday visit, or video submission

Contact: Adrianna Jones, Theatre Recruitment Coordinator, adrjone@siue.edu

Department of Theater and Dance, Dunham Hall Room 1031, (618) 650-2773

Audition Expectations

Perform two contrasting monologues (~1 minute each)

Alternate Formats

Weekday visit (Mon-Thu): tour facilities, meet with faculty, and perform monologues in person

Video submission: submit two contrasting monologues via video (clear and unedited, include name and intended start term)

Scholarship Info

Department scholarships available for declared majors

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.54

Admit rate

98%

school-wide

Grad rate

57%

Enrollment

8.8K

Earnings

$56K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$13,299

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$13,299

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$31,815

Before aid

Average net price

$14,889

After aid

Cost Of Attendance.Shtml · siue.edu College Scorecard

Training

Known for small class sizes and artistic freedom afforded to students

Faculty encourage students to take creative risks

Performance & Productions

5 mainstage theater productions annually in Dunham Hall

Black Theater Workshop and Experimental Theatre Festival

Summer season featuring a large-scale musical and a Shakespeare play

Student-produced plays, SIUE Xfest, and student one-act festival

Notable Alumni

Stephnie Weir — series regular on MADtv; Fun with Dick and Jane; FX's The Comedians

Updated Sep 9, 2:18 PM