University of North Carolina - Greensboro
Test-Optional
Select Program
Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Study Abroad
Program Highlights
•Interdisciplinary BA degree using the arts as a medium for social justice, collaborative change, and community empowerment
•Broad-based approach with a strong core in acting, directing, stagecraft, play script analysis, theatre history, and dramatic literature
•Courses available in performance, design, technical production, theatre management, theatre for young audiences, and theatre studies
•Students may supplement with minors, second majors, or study abroad
PRODUCTIONS & OPPORTUNITIES
•UNCG Theatre, North Carolina Theatre for Young People, and Theatre 232 (summer theatre) provide public production opportunities
•Department participates annually in the American College Theatre Festival
•Department sponsors a spring tour of an NC Theatre for Young People production to schools
•Senior capstone projects provide in-depth opportunities for study and practice
STUDY ABROAD
•Opportunities available through the College of Visual and Performing Arts
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atSchool Website
Deadlines
Early ActionNov 1, 2025
Regular DecisionMar 1, 2026
Fee
$65Waiver
Good to Know
ADMISSION
•No audition required — apply for the BA program (U880) through university admissions
•No separate arts program application needed
DEADLINES
•Early Action: apply by November 1, 2025; supporting materials by December 15, 2025 — decisions available January 1, 2026
•Regular Decision: apply by March 1, 2026; supporting materials by March 15, 2026 — decisions available April 1, 2026
•Applications after March 1 reviewed on a space-available, rolling basis
SCHOLARSHIP
•Early Action applicants are considered for merit-based scholarships
Scholarship Info
•Early Action applicants who apply by November 1, 2025 and submit supporting materials by December 15, 2025 are considered for merit-based scholarships
Program info updated 2 days ago
Academic School Information
3.60
Avg GPA (W)
90%
Admit Rate
58%
Grad Rate
13,848
Enrollment
$48,160
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$7,593
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$23,339
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$10,170
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$6,479
Family Income $30k - $48k$8,141
Family Income $48k - $75k$12,295
Family Income $75k - $110k$16,056
Family Income $110k+$18,076
