University of California, Riverside
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
BROAD CURRICULUM
•Provides a well-rounded education across all areas of theatre, film, and digital production
•Flexibility to explore acting, directing, writing, design, technology, and criticism
•Ideal for students who want a comprehensive theatre arts education
CROSS-DISCIPLINARY TRAINING
•Take courses across all TFDP areas of study
•Participate in mainstage productions in various roles
•Strong foundation for graduate study or diverse career paths in the arts
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atUC Application
Apply atSchool Website
Deadline
Regular DecisionDec 1, 2025
Domestic Fee
$80Waiver
Waived for up to 4 campuses for qualifying students
International Fee
$95
Good to Know
UC APPLICATION
•Apply via the University of California Application
•No separate arts supplement or portfolio required
TRACK SELECTION
•General Theatre is selected after enrollment, not during the application
•Students may change tracks within the TFDP major
What's The Process
ADMISSION PROCESS
•No audition required for admission
•Students are admitted through the UC Application to UCR
•Declare the TFDP major and select the General Theatre track after enrollment
REQUIREMENTS TO DECLARE
•Good academic standing
•Ability to complete the degree within 216 units
•Minimum upper-division GPA of 2.0 if upper-division courses taken
Program info updated 1h ago
BROAD CURRICULUM
•Provides a well-rounded education across all areas of theatre, film, and digital production
•Flexibility to explore acting, directing, writing, design, technology, and criticism
•Ideal for students who want a comprehensive theatre arts education
CROSS-DISCIPLINARY TRAINING
•Take courses across all TFDP areas of study
•Participate in mainstage productions in various roles
•Strong foundation for graduate study or diverse career paths in the arts
Updated 1h ago
Academic School Information
3.83
Avg GPA (W)
76%
Admit Rate
76%
Grad Rate
22,593
Enrollment
$67,699
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$15,606
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$49,806
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$14,304
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$8,852
Family Income $30k - $48k$9,840
Family Income $48k - $75k$13,111
Family Income $75k - $110k$16,571
Family Income $110k+$30,393
