Training
•3-year MFA program with conservatory-style training and academic exploration
•Range of styles and techniques from Shakespeare to screen acting, realism to devised work
•Students develop tools to bring compelling characters to life on stage and screen
•Mentorship from renowned faculty with national and international experience
•Interdisciplinary training in acting, directing, design, stage management, playwriting
•Collaborative, hands-on learning through fully realized productions, research, and studio work
Notable Alumni
•Usman Ally (MFA '07) — Obie Award winner for The Invisible Hand; originated role in Pulitzer Prize-winning Disgraced; starred in Veep and A Series of Unfortunate Events Professional Development
•UF Actor Showcase hits NYC in March with online showcase in April
•Professional preparation through internships, industry showcases, and partnerships with regional theatres
Value
•Most MFA students receive graduate assistantships with tuition waiver and stipend
•Part-time assistantships: $20,600/year (9-month contract)
•Graduate School Opportunity Awards (GSOA): $30,000/year (12-month contract including summer)
•Supplemental fellowships up to $2,250/year for outstanding candidates
•No additional application — awards based on audition and interview strength
