Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Study Abroad
Program Highlights
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Hank Azaria — voice of Moe, Apu, and Chief Wiggum on The Simpsons; The Birdcage
•Oliver Platt — Chicago Med, The Bear, Frost/Nixon
•Peter Gallagher — The O.C., Law & Order: SVU, American Beauty
•William Hurt — Academy Award winner for Kiss of the Spider Woman
•David Costabile — Breaking Bad, Billions, The Wire
•Joel Perez — original Broadway cast of Fun Home; voice of Valentino in Hazbin Hotel
•James C. Nicola — longtime artistic director of New York Theatre Workshop; Special Tony Award
•Judy Bowman — Broadway and film casting director; P.T. Barnum Award recipient
TRAINING & OPPORTUNITIES
•Coursework spans acting, directing, design, dance, playwriting, screenwriting, and filmmaking
•Active production season at Balch Arena Theater and Aidekman Arts Center
•Close-knit department with ongoing faculty mentorship and small class sizes
•Internship and paid positions available at 80+ professional theatre and 20+ dance companies in the Boston area
STUDY ABROAD
•British American Dramatic Academy (BADA) in London for acting or directing
•National Theatre Institute at the Eugene O'Neill Center
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•Double majors encouraged and common across many departments
•Elective specialization tracks allow focus in areas of interest
Key Info
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Deadlines
Early DecisionNov 3, 2025
Early Decision IIJan 5, 2026
Regular DecisionJan 5, 2026
TransferMar 16, 2026
Fee
$75Waiver
Submission Requirements
OPTIONAL SUBMISSION
•Brief statement about connecting creative work to a liberal arts education
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply through Common App or Coalition App
•No supplemental arts application or portfolio required
•Declared during enrollment or added as a major at any point
ENROLLMENT
•Fall enrollment
•Students interested in the major should complete foundational coursework and an introductory acting, dance, or design/technology course by end of sophomore year
What's The Process
NO AUDITION REQUIRED
•Admission is through the university application only
•No audition, interview, tapes, or portfolios are accepted or required
•Students are welcome to submit a brief statement about how they connect creative work to a liberal arts education
CAMPUS VISITS
•Prospective students may observe TDPS classes and meet with faculty
•Arrange visits in advance through the Department Office at 617-627-3524 or tdps@tufts.edu
Program info updated 4d ago
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Hank Azaria — voice of Moe, Apu, and Chief Wiggum on The Simpsons; The Birdcage
•Oliver Platt — Chicago Med, The Bear, Frost/Nixon
•Peter Gallagher — The O.C., Law & Order: SVU, American Beauty
•William Hurt — Academy Award winner for Kiss of the Spider Woman
•David Costabile — Breaking Bad, Billions, The Wire
•Joel Perez — original Broadway cast of Fun Home; voice of Valentino in Hazbin Hotel
•James C. Nicola — longtime artistic director of New York Theatre Workshop; Special Tony Award
•Judy Bowman — Broadway and film casting director; P.T. Barnum Award recipient
TRAINING & OPPORTUNITIES
•Coursework spans acting, directing, design, dance, playwriting, screenwriting, and filmmaking
•Active production season at Balch Arena Theater and Aidekman Arts Center
•Close-knit department with ongoing faculty mentorship and small class sizes
•Internship and paid positions available at 80+ professional theatre and 20+ dance companies in the Boston area
STUDY ABROAD
•British American Dramatic Academy (BADA) in London for acting or directing
•National Theatre Institute at the Eugene O'Neill Center
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•Double majors encouraged and common across many departments
•Elective specialization tracks allow focus in areas of interest
Updated 4d ago
Academic School Information
4.13
Avg GPA (W)
11%
Admit Rate
93%
Grad Rate
7,061
Enrollment
$83,214
Earnings
10yr after
Tuition & Fees
$70,704
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$39,998
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.
Family Income $0 - $30k$11,284
Family Income $30k - $48k$9,811
Family Income $48k - $75k$14,923
Family Income $75k - $110k$23,311
Family Income $110k+$58,570
