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BA Communication-Theatre Teaching

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionScholarship InterviewUniversity App Required

Program profile

Transfer In Friendly5-12

Unique Program

Only program of its kind in the state of Iowa

Prepares students to teach communication and theatre (speech communication, debate, and theatre) in grades 5-12

Leads to Iowa teaching endorsement #168 (5-12 Speech Communications/Theatre)

Training & Experience

Jointly administered by the Department of Communication and Media and the Department of Theatre

Two internships to explore, define, and sharpen teaching skills

Over 700 hours of real classroom experience before graduation

Five-year, 100% job placement rate

Degree Flexibility

Available as a three-year pathway for students entering UNI with prior college credit

Award-winning faculty known for engaging classroom work and respected publications

School Info

Snapshot

3.53

Avg GPA (W)

93%

Admit Rate

school-wide

68%

Grad Rate

7.5K

Enrollment

$55K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$10,505

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$23,030

Before aid

Average Net Price

$15,901

After aid

Cost Aid · admissions.uni.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Jul 26, 7:44 PM

Program Highlights

Unique Program

Only program of its kind in the state of Iowa

Prepares students to teach communication and theatre (speech communication, debate, and theatre) in grades 5-12

Leads to Iowa teaching endorsement #168 (5-12 Speech Communications/Theatre)

Training & Experience

Jointly administered by the Department of Communication and Media and the Department of Theatre

Two internships to explore, define, and sharpen teaching skills

Over 700 hours of real classroom experience before graduation

Five-year, 100% job placement rate

Degree Flexibility

Available as a three-year pathway for students entering UNI with prior college credit

Award-winning faculty known for engaging classroom work and respected publications

Program Highlights

Unique Program

Only program of its kind in the state of Iowa

Prepares students to teach communication and theatre (speech communication, debate, and theatre) in grades 5-12

Leads to Iowa teaching endorsement #168 (5-12 Speech Communications/Theatre)

Training & Experience

Jointly administered by the Department of Communication and Media and the Department of Theatre

Two internships to explore, define, and sharpen teaching skills

Over 700 hours of real classroom experience before graduation

Five-year, 100% job placement rate

Degree Flexibility

Available as a three-year pathway for students entering UNI with prior college credit

Award-winning faculty known for engaging classroom work and respected publications

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Fee

$40

Deadline

Scholarship Application Priority Deadline (Fall 2027)Jan 15, 2027

Regular DecisionRolling

Admissions Timeline · admissions.uni.edu

Good to Know

Admission

Open admission through the standard university application

No separate program application required

Three-Year Pathway

Available for students entering UNI with prior college credit (AP, dual enrollment)

Contact cm-office@uni.edu for eligibility details

Contact

Department of Theatre: 319-273-6386

Email: william.hickman@uni.edu

Transfer Pathway

UNI publishes Communication-Theatre Teaching as part of its Three-Year Pathway initiative, allowing students who enter with prior college credit such as AP or dual enrollment to complete the bachelor's degree in three years through a structured plan. Students can transition back to the traditional four-year pathway if needed.

Communication Theatre Teaching · chas.uni.edu

What's The Process

No Audition Required

Admission is through the standard UNI application

No separate audition, portfolio review, or interview required for program admission

Scholarship Info

Department of Theatre Scholarships

Over $45,000 in tuition scholarships awarded annually, including nearly $23,000 to first-year students

Complete the UNI Scholarship Application by the February 7 deadline

Participate in the virtual Scholarship Day (materials due January 22; faculty interview on February 3)

Students interested in theatre education submit letters of recommendation and written work samples

School Info

Snapshot

3.53

Avg GPA (W)

93%

Admit Rate

school-wide

68%

Grad Rate

7.5K

Enrollment

$55K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$10,505

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$23,030

Before aid

Average Net Price

$15,901

After aid

Cost Aid · admissions.uni.edu College Scorecard

Unique Program

Only program of its kind in the state of Iowa

Prepares students to teach communication and theatre (speech communication, debate, and theatre) in grades 5-12

Leads to Iowa teaching endorsement #168 (5-12 Speech Communications/Theatre)

Training & Experience

Jointly administered by the Department of Communication and Media and the Department of Theatre

Two internships to explore, define, and sharpen teaching skills

Over 700 hours of real classroom experience before graduation

Five-year, 100% job placement rate

Degree Flexibility

Available as a three-year pathway for students entering UNI with prior college credit

Award-winning faculty known for engaging classroom work and respected publications

Updated Jul 26, 7:44 PM