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BA Theatre
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BA Theatre
Program snapshot
Admissions
No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App RequiredProgram profile
Study AbroadTRAINING
•Hybrid learning combining traditional courses with hands-on production work
•Broad curriculum covers acting, design, direction, technology, stage management, history, theory, criticism, and dramatic literature
•43-credit major with core courses, practicum, and upper-level electives
PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTIONS
•Production Practicum provides resume-building experience on mainstage productions
•Practicums let students try new production roles, build skills, and contribute directly to theatre-making
•Department productions and Performing Arts Center spaces support hands-on stage experience
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•Graduates work in New York theatres, regional theatres, Cirque du Soleil, Disney, Las Vegas, and touring productions
•Alumni career paths include acting, design, directing, stage management, arts administration, teaching, film, television, and event production
•Honors Program available for theatre majors with a 3.25+ overall GPA and 3.5+ GPA in theatre courses
STUDY ABROAD
•University-wide study abroad opportunities are available for students seeking international experience
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•Four theatre minors available: Acting, Musical Theatre, Theatre, and Theatrical Design/Technology
•Accelerated BA + MS in Information Science option (5 years, 12 shared credits)
•Double majors are encouraged across STEM, humanities, business, and other fields
Academic info
Snapshot
3.70
Avg GPA (W)
69%
Admit Rate
school-wide
63%
Grad Rate
12.6K
Enrollment
$68K
Earnings
10yr after
Costs & Aid
Average Annual Cost
$17,167
after typical aid
In-State Tuition
$10,866
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$31,256
before aid
Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.
$0-30k$11,112
$30-48k$14,062
$48-75k$17,923
$75-110k$20,037
$110k+$24,085
Program info updated 4d ago
Program Highlights
TRAINING
•Hybrid learning combining traditional courses with hands-on production work
•Broad curriculum covers acting, design, direction, technology, stage management, history, theory, criticism, and dramatic literature
•43-credit major with core courses, practicum, and upper-level electives
PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTIONS
•Production Practicum provides resume-building experience on mainstage productions
•Practicums let students try new production roles, build skills, and contribute directly to theatre-making
•Department productions and Performing Arts Center spaces support hands-on stage experience
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•Graduates work in New York theatres, regional theatres, Cirque du Soleil, Disney, Las Vegas, and touring productions
•Alumni career paths include acting, design, directing, stage management, arts administration, teaching, film, television, and event production
•Honors Program available for theatre majors with a 3.25+ overall GPA and 3.5+ GPA in theatre courses
STUDY ABROAD
•University-wide study abroad opportunities are available for students seeking international experience
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•Four theatre minors available: Acting, Musical Theatre, Theatre, and Theatrical Design/Technology
•Accelerated BA + MS in Information Science option (5 years, 12 shared credits)
•Double majors are encouraged across STEM, humanities, business, and other fields
TRAINING
•Hybrid learning combining traditional courses with hands-on production work
•Broad curriculum covers acting, design, direction, technology, stage management, history, theory, criticism, and dramatic literature
•43-credit major with core courses, practicum, and upper-level electives
PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTIONS
•Production Practicum provides resume-building experience on mainstage productions
•Practicums let students try new production roles, build skills, and contribute directly to theatre-making
•Department productions and Performing Arts Center spaces support hands-on stage experience
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•Graduates work in New York theatres, regional theatres, Cirque du Soleil, Disney, Las Vegas, and touring productions
•Alumni career paths include acting, design, directing, stage management, arts administration, teaching, film, television, and event production
•Honors Program available for theatre majors with a 3.25+ overall GPA and 3.5+ GPA in theatre courses
STUDY ABROAD
•University-wide study abroad opportunities are available for students seeking international experience
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•Four theatre minors available: Acting, Musical Theatre, Theatre, and Theatrical Design/Technology
•Accelerated BA + MS in Information Science option (5 years, 12 shared credits)
•Double majors are encouraged across STEM, humanities, business, and other fields
Updated 4d ago
