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Program Characteristics
Prescreen Required
No Audition
Interview Required
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING & EXPERIENCE
•Hands-on experience in design, lighting, sound, and production technology
•Students work on at least one production per semester
•Can serve as a designer on productions by end of second year
•General overview of all technical areas with specialization in one or two
PRODUCTIONS
•14-16 productions per year across Main Stage, Second Studio, and Black Box Grant shows
•Multiple venues for diverse production experience
UTAH SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL
•SUU/USF Fellowship: 10 paid positions per year (5 actors, 5 technicians)
•Fellowship includes scholarship for summer classes
•Shared facilities and professional mentorship
ACCREDITATION & CAREER OUTCOMES
•NAST accredited (National Association of Schools of Theatre)
•First public university in Utah accredited by NAST, NASAD, NASD, and NASM
•All graduates who wished to continue in the profession have been placed over the last four years
Key Info
Program AppApplication
Apply atAcceptd
Deadline
Portfolio Submission DeadlineFeb 28, 2026
Auditions
Zoom InterviewFeb 7, 2026
In-Person Interview (SUU Campus)Feb 14, 2026
Zoom InterviewFeb 28, 2026
Prescreen Requirements
PORTFOLIO (required)
•3-5 projects that showcase your abilities and talents
•Upload through Acceptd
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE (required)
•One page, two to three paragraphs
•Describe yourself, hobbies, interests, strengths and weaknesses
•Include career aspirations and why you want to pursue a BFA in theatre
•Explain why SUU, if applicable
•Be honest — do not write what you think they want to hear
HEADSHOT (required)
•Upload through Acceptd
RESUME (required)
•Upload through Acceptd
Good to Know
APPLICATION PORTAL
•Submit portfolio and materials via Acceptd
•Audition fee applies through Acceptd
ELIGIBILITY
•Must first apply and be accepted to Southern Utah University
•BFA auditions for current SUU students take place during March season audition period
What's The Process
PORTFOLIO REVIEW & INTERVIEW
•Schedule an interview date through the Acceptd application
•Department contacts you after application to schedule a time
•Interview lasts approximately 30 minutes
•Meet with faculty to discuss portfolio, goals, and program
INTERVIEW DATES
•Zoom: February 7 and February 28, 2026
•In-Person: February 14, 2026 (check-in at 8:45 a.m.)
Scholarship Info
•All BFA applicants automatically considered for departmental scholarships
•No separate scholarship audition required
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Academic School Information
3.48
Avg GPA (W)
82%
Admit Rate
60%
Grad Rate
9,289
Enrollment
$50,296
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$6,962
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$21,192
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$10,462
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$6,070
Family Income $30k - $48k$7,235
Family Income $48k - $75k$9,297
Family Income $75k - $110k$12,487
Family Income $110k+$14,917
