Program
No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewModerately Selective25-40 StudentsUniversity App RequiredStudy Abroad
Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Scholarship Audition
Scholarship Interview
University App Required
Study Abroad
Program Highlights
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
•Design area of emphasis within the A.B. Theatre degree
•19 credit hours of specialized coursework replacing 15 hours of major electives
TRAINING
•Choose a focus in costume, scenic, or lighting design
•Extensive course options: CAD drafting, scenic painting, millinery, fabric modification, automated lighting, architectural lighting
•Design Portfolio capstone
•Hands-on experience building sets, costumes, lighting, sound, and media design for productions
PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTIONS
•Design work on mainstage productions in the Fine Arts Theatre and Cellar Theatre
•Four departmental productions per year provide design opportunities across disciplines
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Dylan Whitfield (A.B. Theatre, '17) — Set designer for film/TV; credits include The Staircase, A Man Called Otto, Kindred, First Wives Club
•Jessica Sanchez (A.B. Theatre, '10) — Graphic designer for television and film; credits include Swarm, Fear Street, The Exorcist
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atSchool Website
Deadlines
Early ActionOct 15, 2026
Regular DecisionJan 1, 2027
Domestic Fee
$70Waiver
International Fee
$85Waiver
Good to Know
ADMISSION
•No departmental application required — admission is through UGA admissions only
•Open to any student admitted to the university
NEW STUDENTS
•Contact Dina Canup after admission for incoming student information
•New student info session and tour held the day before fall classes begin
•THEA 2500 recommended for first semester
What's The Process
•No audition or portfolio required for entrance to the major
•Emphasis is declared within the BA Theatre degree — no separate application
•Prospective students encouraged to visit department and schedule tour
Scholarship Info
CORA NUNNALLY MILLER SCHOLARSHIP
•Competitive scholarship for incoming freshmen Theatre or Film Studies majors
•Offered on a rotating basis — not available every year
•In-person interviews and auditions at Behind the Scenes workshop in April
CHUCK BAKER SCHOLARSHIP
•Three $1,500 awards for sophomore and junior Theatre majors
•Outstanding achievement in any aspect of theatre or film practice
EDDIE LAMBETH SCHOLARSHIP
•One $1,500 award for aspiring actors, screenwriters, or playwrights
MARTIN HOLUBAR SCHOLARSHIP
•One $1,500 award based on dedication to theatrical practice
Program info updated Mar 24, 12:59 AM
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
•Design area of emphasis within the A.B. Theatre degree
•19 credit hours of specialized coursework replacing 15 hours of major electives
TRAINING
•Choose a focus in costume, scenic, or lighting design
•Extensive course options: CAD drafting, scenic painting, millinery, fabric modification, automated lighting, architectural lighting
•Design Portfolio capstone
•Hands-on experience building sets, costumes, lighting, sound, and media design for productions
PERFORMANCE & PRODUCTIONS
•Design work on mainstage productions in the Fine Arts Theatre and Cellar Theatre
•Four departmental productions per year provide design opportunities across disciplines
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Dylan Whitfield (A.B. Theatre, '17) — Set designer for film/TV; credits include The Staircase, A Man Called Otto, Kindred, First Wives Club
•Jessica Sanchez (A.B. Theatre, '10) — Graphic designer for television and film; credits include Swarm, Fear Street, The Exorcist
Updated Mar 24, 12:59 AM
Academic School Information
4.14
Avg GPA (W)
38%
Admit Rate
89%
Grad Rate
32,137
Enrollment
$68,726
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$11,450
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$31,688
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$13,936
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$8,085
Family Income $30k - $48k$8,686
Family Income $48k - $75k$13,096
Family Income $75k - $110k$16,942
Family Income $110k+$18,079
