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BA Theater

Acting

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person Only

Program Recognition

NAST-accredited Theater BA in Western New York

Conservatory-style training within a public liberal arts university

Training

Acting concentration for students focusing their BA Theater pathway on performance, character work, and stage/film-ready acting skills

Hands-on production experience from the first semester in mainstage and student-directed work

Students learn across acting, directing, design, technology, dance, playwriting, and stage management through advisement

Professional Development

Local theater mentorships, internships, and partnerships support career preparation

Active production season includes plays, musicals, cabarets, dance performances, Thursday Play Reading Series, and Friday Night Live

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.00

Admit rate

73%

school-wide

Grad rate

33%

Enrollment

5.1K

Earnings

$52K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$8,533

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$20,273

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$29,731

Before aid

Average net price

$11,346

After aid

Cost Attendance · financialaid.buffalostate.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Sep 9, 2:42 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NAST-accredited Theater BA in Western New York

Conservatory-style training within a public liberal arts university

Training

Acting concentration for students focusing their BA Theater pathway on performance, character work, and stage/film-ready acting skills

Hands-on production experience from the first semester in mainstage and student-directed work

Students learn across acting, directing, design, technology, dance, playwriting, and stage management through advisement

Professional Development

Local theater mentorships, internships, and partnerships support career preparation

Active production season includes plays, musicals, cabarets, dance performances, Thursday Play Reading Series, and Friday Night Live

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

NAST-accredited Theater BA in Western New York

Conservatory-style training within a public liberal arts university

Training

Acting concentration for students focusing their BA Theater pathway on performance, character work, and stage/film-ready acting skills

Hands-on production experience from the first semester in mainstage and student-directed work

Students learn across acting, directing, design, technology, dance, playwriting, and stage management through advisement

Professional Development

Local theater mentorships, internships, and partnerships support career preparation

Active production season includes plays, musicals, cabarets, dance performances, Thursday Play Reading Series, and Friday Night Live

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2026

These Fall 2026 enrollment dates have passed — dates for the next cycle aren't available yet.

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Common App School Website suny.edu

Fee

$50

Deadline

Jul 28, 2026

Firstyearapply · suny.buffalostate.edu

Program AppApplication

Dates

Dates TBA

Official page · theater.buffalostate.edu

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply via Common App, SUNY Application, or directly through Buffalo State

Admission to the Theater program is contingent upon a successful Theater Department interview

No separate audition portal or application is published for the Theater BA

What's The Process

Audition Process

No performance audition required

Prospective students apply through Undergraduate Admissions, then complete a successful Theater Department interview

Any matriculated student in good academic standing may interview for admission into the program

Contact

Theater@buffalostate.edu

(716) 878-6416

Scholarship Info

Theater Scholarships

Official program page lists theater scholarships including Donald Savage, McCarthy-Eskew, Horace Mann, Jerry McGuire, Fay Northrop, and Lucille and Jack Yellin awards

Scholarship criteria and award availability vary by fund; contact the Theater Department or Financial Aid for current details

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.00

Admit rate

73%

school-wide

Grad rate

33%

Enrollment

5.1K

Earnings

$52K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$8,533

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$20,273

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$29,731

Before aid

Average net price

$11,346

After aid

Cost Attendance · financialaid.buffalostate.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

NAST-accredited Theater BA in Western New York

Conservatory-style training within a public liberal arts university

Training

Acting concentration for students focusing their BA Theater pathway on performance, character work, and stage/film-ready acting skills

Hands-on production experience from the first semester in mainstage and student-directed work

Students learn across acting, directing, design, technology, dance, playwriting, and stage management through advisement

Professional Development

Local theater mentorships, internships, and partnerships support career preparation

Active production season includes plays, musicals, cabarets, dance performances, Thursday Play Reading Series, and Friday Night Live

Updated Sep 9, 2:42 PM