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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
Scholarship Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING APPROACH
•Study with faculty who are working professionals in the field
•Hands-on experience in scenery, costuming, lighting, sound, and stage management
•State-of-the-art Proscenium Theatre and Black Box Theatre with sophisticated technology labs
PRODUCTION OPPORTUNITIES
•Work as assistant designers alongside faculty and guest designers
•Serve as designers on student-directed productions
•Roles include stage manager, master carpenter, master electrician, props master, draper, and stitcher
Key Info
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Deadlines
Early ActionNov 1, 2025
Regular DecisionFeb 1, 2026
Fee
$75
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply to UMBC and select Theatre as your preferred major
•No additional prerequisite screening required
SCHOLARSHIP
•Talented incoming freshmen encouraged to apply for the Linehan Artist Scholars Program
•Linehan requires a separate portfolio review and interview
What's The Process
ADMISSION
•No audition, portfolio review, or interview required for admission
•Admission is granted based on acceptance to UMBC
•Contact theatre@umbc.edu to connect with a Faculty Advisor in your area of interest
Scholarship Info
LINEHAN ARTIST SCHOLARS PROGRAM
•Prestigious arts scholarship for incoming freshmen
•Requires a separate written application (deadline: January 31)
•Requires a portfolio review and interview
•Apply for Early Action by November 1 for best consideration
Program info updated 1d ago
Academic School Information
4.13
Avg GPA (W)
72%
Admit Rate
70%
Grad Rate
10,701
Enrollment
$69,960
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$13,256
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$31,275
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$16,467
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.
Annual Cost by Family Income
Family Income $0 - $30k$5,087
Family Income $30k - $48k$10,714
Family Income $48k - $75k$16,543
Family Income $75k - $110k$22,172
Family Income $110k+$25,439
