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SUNY New Paltz

New Paltz, NY

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BA Theatre Arts

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BA Theatre Arts

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BA Theatre Arts

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

•Hands-on involvement in theatrical productions, new play scenarios, and other artistic endeavors

•Strong alumni network with employment opportunities in NYC and across the country

DEGREE FLEXIBILITY

•Directing, dramaturgy, theatre management, and producing

•Playwriting, script analysis, and the role of the dramaturg

•Literary management and new play development

Academic info

Snapshot

3.55

Avg GPA (W)

62%

Admit Rate

school-wide

70%

Grad Rate

6.1K

Enrollment

$58K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Average Annual Cost

$18,809

after typical aid

In-State Tuition

$8,572

before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$18,822

before aid

Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.

$0-30k$10,541

$30-48k$13,969

$48-75k$20,178

$75-110k$21,937

$110k+$26,256

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Program Highlights

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

•Hands-on involvement in theatrical productions, new play scenarios, and other artistic endeavors

•Strong alumni network with employment opportunities in NYC and across the country

DEGREE FLEXIBILITY

•Directing, dramaturgy, theatre management, and producing

•Playwriting, script analysis, and the role of the dramaturg

•Literary management and new play development

Program Highlights

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

•Hands-on involvement in theatrical productions, new play scenarios, and other artistic endeavors

•Strong alumni network with employment opportunities in NYC and across the country

DEGREE FLEXIBILITY

•Directing, dramaturgy, theatre management, and producing

•Playwriting, script analysis, and the role of the dramaturg

•Literary management and new play development

Key Info

University AppApplication

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Common App School Website

Deadline

Early ActionNov 15, 2025

Regular DecisionMay 1, 2026

Fee

$50Waiver

Fee waived for EOP applicants

Interview Requirements

Resume

•Required; upload or bring a current resume to your interview

Portfolio

•Recommended; may include academic essays or research papers, a prompt book, a playwriting sample, program notes, or play analysis

Official Source

Good to Know

APPLICATION LOGISTICS

•Apply to the university via Common App or the SUNY New Paltz application

•No separate program application portal required

ENROLLMENT

•Students may apply as undecided and declare a concentration after admission

What's The Process

AUDITION EXPECTATIONS

•Portfolio review and interview with faculty

•Be prepared to discuss your interest in theatre studies even without a portfolio

•Contact: fitzpatp@newpaltz.edu

Scholarship Info

DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIPS

•Arthur Bruce Bennett Drama Scholarship — for sophomores or juniors with 2.5+ GPA who have made a distinguished contribution to drama

•Edwin A. Ulrich Theatre Scholarship — for juniors or seniors with 2.5+ GPA who are Mid-Hudson Valley residents

•Joe and Jean Badalucco Outstanding Achievement Theatre Scholarship — for a junior showing dedicated work ethic and active department involvement

TRAVEL SCHOLARSHIPS

•Professor Raymond T. Kurdt Endowed Student Travel Scholarship — supports attendance at design and technology conferences such as USITT

•Professor Frank Kraat Endowed Student Travel Scholarship — supports attendance at the London Theatre Seminar

•Joseph C. Paparone Endowed Student Travel Scholarship — supports attendance at performance festivals such as the Humana Festival and KCACTF

Academic info

Snapshot

3.55

Avg GPA (W)

62%

Admit Rate

school-wide

70%

Grad Rate

6.1K

Enrollment

$58K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

Average Annual Cost

$18,809

after typical aid

In-State Tuition

$8,572

before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$18,822

before aid

Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.

$0-30k$10,541

$30-48k$13,969

$48-75k$20,178

$75-110k$21,937

$110k+$26,256

View full data on College Scorecard

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

•Hands-on involvement in theatrical productions, new play scenarios, and other artistic endeavors

•Strong alumni network with employment opportunities in NYC and across the country

DEGREE FLEXIBILITY

•Directing, dramaturgy, theatre management, and producing

•Playwriting, script analysis, and the role of the dramaturg

•Literary management and new play development

Updated 3d ago

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