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BA Theatre

Theatre Studies Track

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewUniversity App Required

Training

Flexible track for students interested in multiple areas of theatre practice

Ensemble-based training in directing, dramaturgy, design, performance, and playwriting

Rigorous coursework in technical production with state-of-the-art scenic, audio, and lighting equipment

Degree Flexibility

Ideally suited for double majors combining creative practice with other undergraduate studies

Can be paired with the Arts Entrepreneurship Minor

Develops an array of skills in both technical production and performance

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

4.13

Admit rate

72%

school-wide

Grad rate

70%

Enrollment

10.7K

Earnings

$70K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$14,086

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$34,183

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$42,456

Before aid

Average net price

$16,467

After aid

8119 2 · financialaid.umbc.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 6h ago

Program Highlights

Training

Flexible track for students interested in multiple areas of theatre practice

Ensemble-based training in directing, dramaturgy, design, performance, and playwriting

Rigorous coursework in technical production with state-of-the-art scenic, audio, and lighting equipment

Degree Flexibility

Ideally suited for double majors combining creative practice with other undergraduate studies

Can be paired with the Arts Entrepreneurship Minor

Develops an array of skills in both technical production and performance

Program Highlights

Training

Flexible track for students interested in multiple areas of theatre practice

Ensemble-based training in directing, dramaturgy, design, performance, and playwriting

Rigorous coursework in technical production with state-of-the-art scenic, audio, and lighting equipment

Degree Flexibility

Ideally suited for double majors combining creative practice with other undergraduate studies

Can be paired with the Arts Entrepreneurship Minor

Develops an array of skills in both technical production and performance

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Common App

Fee

$75

Deadline

Early ActionNov 1, 2026

Regular DecisionFeb 1, 2027

Dates Deadlines · umbc.edu

Program AppApplication

Auditions

Linehan Artist Scholars Priority DeadlineJan 15, 2027

Linehan Theatre Audition and Portfolio ReviewJan 16, 2027

Linehan Artist Scholars Application CloseJan 31, 2027

Linehan · theatre.umbc.edu

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply to UMBC and select Theatre as your preferred major

Admission is based on acceptance to UMBC; no audition, portfolio review, or interview is required for the BA track

Important Notes

Incoming freshmen may submit the separate Linehan application by January 15, 2027 for priority consideration; applications close January 31, 2027

Theatre Studies applicants may choose an acting audition or digital portfolio review on January 16, 2027, followed by a brief faculty interview

What's The Process

Audition Process

No audition, portfolio review, or interview required for admission

Admission is granted based on acceptance to UMBC

Contact theatre@umbc.edu for questions about program opportunities

Scholarship Info

Linehan Artist Scholars Program

Four-year arts scholarship for incoming freshmen only

Priority deadline is January 15, 2027; applications close January 31, 2027

Fall 2027 audition/portfolio review day is January 16, 2027

Theatre Studies applicants may choose an acting audition or digital portfolio review, followed by a brief faculty interview

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

4.13

Admit rate

72%

school-wide

Grad rate

70%

Enrollment

10.7K

Earnings

$70K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$14,086

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$34,183

Before aid

Cost of attendance

$42,456

Before aid

Average net price

$16,467

After aid

8119 2 · financialaid.umbc.edu College Scorecard

Training

Flexible track for students interested in multiple areas of theatre practice

Ensemble-based training in directing, dramaturgy, design, performance, and playwriting

Rigorous coursework in technical production with state-of-the-art scenic, audio, and lighting equipment

Degree Flexibility

Ideally suited for double majors combining creative practice with other undergraduate studies

Can be paired with the Arts Entrepreneurship Minor

Develops an array of skills in both technical production and performance

Updated 6h ago