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Applied Performance

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Admissions

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Program Recognition

Applied Performance is one of five BA Theatre specializations (Applied Performance, Administration & Directing, Technical Production, Education, and Theatre Studies/Dramaturgy)

Students take the same core classes as all theatre majors, then specialization-specific theatre credits, and pair the specialization with a specialization-approved minor or a second major

The BA Theatre provides the foundation for continuing study at the graduate level

Training

Before applying, students complete at least one prerequisite course for the specialization: Theatre for Social Change, Devising Theatre, or The Art of Storytelling

BA Theatre students are welcome to audition for Theatre UCF shows and can become involved with theatre-producing student groups

Professional Development

Career paths the program lists for Applied Performance: Teaching Artist (paired with Creative Writing or Education), Studio Owner (paired with Education, Exceptional Student Education, Entrepreneurship, or Business), and Non-Profit Sector work (paired with Criminal Justice, Diversity and Social Inequality, or Environmental Studies)

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

4.16

Admit rate

40%

school-wide

Grad rate

78%

Enrollment

59.1K

Earnings

$58K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$5,954

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$22,482

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$26,272

Before aid

Average net price

$10,411

After aid

Cost · ucf.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 1d ago

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Applied Performance is one of five BA Theatre specializations (Applied Performance, Administration & Directing, Technical Production, Education, and Theatre Studies/Dramaturgy)

Students take the same core classes as all theatre majors, then specialization-specific theatre credits, and pair the specialization with a specialization-approved minor or a second major

The BA Theatre provides the foundation for continuing study at the graduate level

Training

Before applying, students complete at least one prerequisite course for the specialization: Theatre for Social Change, Devising Theatre, or The Art of Storytelling

BA Theatre students are welcome to audition for Theatre UCF shows and can become involved with theatre-producing student groups

Professional Development

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Applied Performance is one of five BA Theatre specializations (Applied Performance, Administration & Directing, Technical Production, Education, and Theatre Studies/Dramaturgy)

Students take the same core classes as all theatre majors, then specialization-specific theatre credits, and pair the specialization with a specialization-approved minor or a second major

The BA Theatre provides the foundation for continuing study at the graduate level

Training

Before applying, students complete at least one prerequisite course for the specialization: Theatre for Social Change, Devising Theatre, or The Art of Storytelling

BA Theatre students are welcome to audition for Theatre UCF shows and can become involved with theatre-producing student groups

Professional Development

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Fee

$30

Deadline

First-year applicants

Early ActionOct 15, 2026

Early Action Materials Submission DeadlineNov 15, 2026

Regular DecisionMay 1, 2027

Transfer applicants

Transfer Regular Decision (Fall)Jun 1, 2027

When Is The Application Deadline · ucf.edu Undergraduate · ucf.edu

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Theatre Bachelor · cah.ucf.edu

University Essays

Application essayOptional

250 words · Choose 1 of 2 prompts

Why did you choose to apply to UCF?
What qualities or unique characteristics do you possess that will allow you to contribute to the UCF community?

Select a topic within the application form and submit the essay within the completed application; essays sent after the application is submitted are not included in the admission file.

Activity or work experienceOptional

250 words

Please briefly elaborate on one of your extracurricular activities or work experiences.

Common App applicants.

Freshman · ucf.edu Application · Common App

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Declare Theatre Pending as major in MyUCF before applying

Complete the New Student Info form before taking prerequisite courses

Submit the formal BA Theatre program application after completing prerequisites

Program application is available through the Theatre Info and Updates webcourse and department form

Eligibility

Theatre courses and required non-theatre courses must be completed with C (2.0) or better

Students must maintain a 3.0 or better Theatre GPA

Specialization changes are unlikely after acceptance

Program Requirements

Applied Performance pairs BA Theatre training with a specialization-approved minor or second major

Foreign language proficiency is required

What's The Process

Audition Process

No audition or interview required for admission to the BA Theatre program

Students apply through UCF Undergraduate Admissions first

Students formally apply to BA Theatre after completing prerequisite coursework

BA students may audition for Theatre UCF productions after enrollment; production auditions are optional

Decisions

Specialization approval happens through the BA Theatre program application after prerequisite coursework

Scholarship Info

Named Scholarships

Diane and Lawrence Wink Theatre Scholarship — juniors/seniors with 3.5+ Theatre GPA and documented involvement in multiple Theatre UCF productions; separate application required

Tom Begley/Lani Harris Memorial Scholarship — for students committed to design technology, acting, musical theatre, or theatre studies; requires separate application and essay

Mark Brotherton Memorial Scholarship — one full-time junior or senior theatre major (up to $1,000); 3.0+ GPA; preference given to BFA students

General Awards

Departmental scholarships awarded on basis of talent and potential (not need)

Competition based on audition, portfolio review, interview, recommendations, GPA, and theatre participation

Scholarship recipients must work 4 hours weekly (60 hours/semester) and maintain 3.0 Theatre GPA

Additional Aid

Out-of-State Tuition Waivers available

Talent Grant Scholarships awarded by faculty annually based on departmental contribution and talent (generally for continuing students)

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

4.16

Admit rate

40%

school-wide

Grad rate

78%

Enrollment

59.1K

Earnings

$58K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$5,954

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$22,482

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$26,272

Before aid

Average net price

$10,411

After aid

Cost · ucf.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

Applied Performance is one of five BA Theatre specializations (Applied Performance, Administration & Directing, Technical Production, Education, and Theatre Studies/Dramaturgy)

Students take the same core classes as all theatre majors, then specialization-specific theatre credits, and pair the specialization with a specialization-approved minor or a second major

The BA Theatre provides the foundation for continuing study at the graduate level

Training

Before applying, students complete at least one prerequisite course for the specialization: Theatre for Social Change, Devising Theatre, or The Art of Storytelling

BA Theatre students are welcome to audition for Theatre UCF shows and can become involved with theatre-producing student groups

Professional Development

Updated 1d ago