University of Illinois Chicago
HSITest-OptionalGreek LifeLGBTQ+
Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
Audition Required
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
•Broad exploration of theatre with focus in general, performance, or authorship tracks
•Flexibility to pursue a dual degree in some circumstances
FACULTY & TRAINING
•Faculty includes members of four Tony Award-winning Chicago theatre companies
•Ensemble-based learning with personalized faculty attention
•Focus on process and discovery through coursework and mainstage productions
PROFESSIONAL CONNECTIONS
•Internships at Steppenwolf Theatre Company and Lookingglass Theatre Company
•Located in Chicago with direct access to the professional theatre scene
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•David Hernandez (BA '21) — Theatre Director at Argo Community High School
FACILITIES
•Flexible mainstage black box theatre, studio theatre, and experimental performance spaces
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Deadlines
Early ActionNov 3, 2025
Regular DecisionFeb 2, 2026
Domestic Fee
$70Waiver
International Fee
$70
Program AppApplication
Auditions
On-Campus AuditionNov 10, 2025
On-Campus AuditionJan 17, 2026
On-Campus AuditionJan 26, 2026
On-Campus AuditionFeb 2, 2026
Audition Requirements
Monologues
ONE PERFORMANCE PIECE
•Select one of the following options:
OPTION A
•Dramatic or comedic monologue (2 min)
OPTION B
•Spoken word, poetry, or storytelling — self-composed or otherwise (1 min)
-Non-text performance accepted (movement, voice, silent improvisation)
OPTION C
•Reading from a play you have written or adapted (2 min)
-Bring three copies for faculty
AFTER YOUR PIECE
•Be prepared to discuss your work
Additional Materials
RESUME (required)
•Submit a digital copy of your resume
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply via Common App
•No separate audition portal — scheduling instructions sent by email after application submission
What's The Process
AUDITION FORMAT
•In-person on-campus audition is strongly encouraged
•Recorded audition option available if unable to attend in person
•Choose one of three performance options for your audition piece
SCHEDULING
•After submitting your UIC application, you will receive an email with instructions to schedule your audition
CONTACT
•Neal McCollam: nealmac@uic.edu, 312-996-3991
Program info updated 2h ago
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
•Broad exploration of theatre with focus in general, performance, or authorship tracks
•Flexibility to pursue a dual degree in some circumstances
FACULTY & TRAINING
•Faculty includes members of four Tony Award-winning Chicago theatre companies
•Ensemble-based learning with personalized faculty attention
•Focus on process and discovery through coursework and mainstage productions
PROFESSIONAL CONNECTIONS
•Internships at Steppenwolf Theatre Company and Lookingglass Theatre Company
•Located in Chicago with direct access to the professional theatre scene
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•David Hernandez (BA '21) — Theatre Director at Argo Community High School
FACILITIES
•Flexible mainstage black box theatre, studio theatre, and experimental performance spaces
Updated 2h ago
Academic School Information
3.55
Avg GPA (W)
77%
Admit Rate
61%
Grad Rate
22,170
Enrollment
$68,740
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$14,338
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$29,884
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$10,974
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$7,529
Family Income $30k - $48k$8,119
Family Income $48k - $75k$10,921
Family Income $75k - $110k$16,185
Family Income $110k+$25,047
