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BA Theatre Design, Production, and Technology

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Training

Foundation in core theatre courses with specialization in design, production, and technology

Coursework covers scenic design, lighting design, costume design, sound, projection, stage management, and technical direction

Learn from professional design and production faculty

Faculty includes members of four Tony Award-winning Chicago theatre companies

Professional Development

Internships at Steppenwolf Theatre Company and Lookingglass Theatre Company

Real-world experience at major Chicago theatres

Facilities

Flexible mainstage black box theatre, studio theatre, and experimental performance spaces

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.55

Admit rate

77%

school-wide

Grad rate

62%

Enrollment

22.2K

Earnings

$69K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$16,720

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$29,884

Before aid

Average net price

$10,974

After aid

Cost Attendance Coa · financialaid.uic.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 5d ago

Program Highlights

Training

Foundation in core theatre courses with specialization in design, production, and technology

Coursework covers scenic design, lighting design, costume design, sound, projection, stage management, and technical direction

Learn from professional design and production faculty

Faculty includes members of four Tony Award-winning Chicago theatre companies

Professional Development

Internships at Steppenwolf Theatre Company and Lookingglass Theatre Company

Real-world experience at major Chicago theatres

Facilities

Flexible mainstage black box theatre, studio theatre, and experimental performance spaces

Program Highlights

Training

Foundation in core theatre courses with specialization in design, production, and technology

Coursework covers scenic design, lighting design, costume design, sound, projection, stage management, and technical direction

Learn from professional design and production faculty

Faculty includes members of four Tony Award-winning Chicago theatre companies

Professional Development

Internships at Steppenwolf Theatre Company and Lookingglass Theatre Company

Real-world experience at major Chicago theatres

Facilities

Flexible mainstage black box theatre, studio theatre, and experimental performance spaces

Key Info

Enrollment Term

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Common App

Fees

Domestic Fee

$70

International Fee

$70

Opens

Spring 2027 Transfer and Fall/Spring 2027 First-Year Applications OpenAug 1, 2026

Fall Transfer Applications OpenDec 15, 2026

Deadline

First-year applicants

Fall First-Year Early ActionNov 2, 2026

Fall First-Year Regular DecisionFeb 1, 2027

Transfer applicants

Fall Transfer Deadline (On-Campus Programs)Apr 1, 2027

Deadlines · admissions.uic.edu

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Dates

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Theatre Degree Auditions · theatreandmusic.uic.edu

Interview Requirements

These requirements are from the Fall 2026 entry cycle. Fall 2027 requirements are typically posted between August and October and usually change only slightly — confirm on the official source before submitting.

Portfolio

Present examples of your work to theatre design faculty during the interview

May include scenic, lighting, costume, sound, projection, or other design work

Resume

Submit a digital copy of your resume

Theatre Degree Auditions · theatreandmusic.uic.edu

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply via Common App

No separate audition portal — scheduling instructions sent by email after application submission

What's The Process

Audition Process

After submitting your UIC application, you will receive an email with instructions to schedule your interview

Audition Expectations

In-person interview and portfolio presentation on campus is strongly encouraged

Recorded portfolio review option available if unable to attend in person

Discuss your educational and professional artistic development plans with design faculty

Contact

Neal McCollam: nealmac@uic.edu, 312-996-3991

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.55

Admit rate

77%

school-wide

Grad rate

62%

Enrollment

22.2K

Earnings

$69K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$16,720

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$29,884

Before aid

Average net price

$10,974

After aid

Cost Attendance Coa · financialaid.uic.edu College Scorecard

Training

Foundation in core theatre courses with specialization in design, production, and technology

Coursework covers scenic design, lighting design, costume design, sound, projection, stage management, and technical direction

Learn from professional design and production faculty

Faculty includes members of four Tony Award-winning Chicago theatre companies

Professional Development

Internships at Steppenwolf Theatre Company and Lookingglass Theatre Company

Real-world experience at major Chicago theatres

Facilities

Flexible mainstage black box theatre, studio theatre, and experimental performance spaces

Updated 5d ago