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University of St Thomas

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BA Drama

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Training & Performance

Perform at professional venues including The MATCH and The DeLUXE Theatre

Train with working professionals through Stoic Theatre, UST's resident professional company

Participate in KCACTF competitions, SETC auditions, and Houston Alliance auditions

Students present capstone performances, develop portfolios, and build resumes

Student Life

Alpha Psi Omega drama honor society chapter on campus

Students write, direct, and perform original plays, short films, and solo shows

Opportunities through the Ampersand Ten-Minute Play Festival and new work labs

Notable Alumni

Sean Patrick Flanery — Powder, The Boondock Saints, Nefarious

Charles S. Krohn '58 — Houston theatre legend

Chris Tennison — Artistic Director at Trike Theatre

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.63

Admit rate

90%

school-wide

Grad rate

69%

Enrollment

3.2K

Earnings

$59K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$35,754

Before aid

Average net price

$19,359

After aid

Tuition · stthom.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 5d ago

Program Highlights

Training & Performance

Perform at professional venues including The MATCH and The DeLUXE Theatre

Train with working professionals through Stoic Theatre, UST's resident professional company

Participate in KCACTF competitions, SETC auditions, and Houston Alliance auditions

Students present capstone performances, develop portfolios, and build resumes

Student Life

Alpha Psi Omega drama honor society chapter on campus

Students write, direct, and perform original plays, short films, and solo shows

Opportunities through the Ampersand Ten-Minute Play Festival and new work labs

Notable Alumni

Sean Patrick Flanery — Powder, The Boondock Saints, Nefarious

Charles S. Krohn '58 — Houston theatre legend

Chris Tennison — Artistic Director at Trike Theatre

Program Highlights

Training & Performance

Perform at professional venues including The MATCH and The DeLUXE Theatre

Train with working professionals through Stoic Theatre, UST's resident professional company

Participate in KCACTF competitions, SETC auditions, and Houston Alliance auditions

Students present capstone performances, develop portfolios, and build resumes

Student Life

Alpha Psi Omega drama honor society chapter on campus

Students write, direct, and perform original plays, short films, and solo shows

Opportunities through the Ampersand Ten-Minute Play Festival and new work labs

Notable Alumni

Sean Patrick Flanery — Powder, The Boondock Saints, Nefarious

Charles S. Krohn '58 — Houston theatre legend

Chris Tennison — Artistic Director at Trike Theatre

Key Info

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Submission 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.

Transcript (Required)

Upload an unofficial high school transcript; an official transcript is required after an admission decision

Essay (Required)

Submit a 1–2 page personal essay explaining your interest in UST, what you hope to study, and how you will contribute to the community

Drama · catalog.stthom.edu

Good to Know

Application Portal

Apply through the UST online application, Common App, or ApplyTexas

Free application (no fee)

Program Structure

39 credit hours in the major

Includes 12 hours of drama electives (minimum 6 upper-division)

What's The Process

No Audition Required

Admission is through the university application process

No separate audition or portfolio required

Contact

Eric Domuret, Chair of Fine Arts, Drama, and Dance: domuree@stthom.edu

Admissions: 713-525-3500

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.63

Admit rate

90%

school-wide

Grad rate

69%

Enrollment

3.2K

Earnings

$59K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$35,754

Before aid

Average net price

$19,359

After aid

Tuition · stthom.edu College Scorecard

Training & Performance

Perform at professional venues including The MATCH and The DeLUXE Theatre

Train with working professionals through Stoic Theatre, UST's resident professional company

Participate in KCACTF competitions, SETC auditions, and Houston Alliance auditions

Students present capstone performances, develop portfolios, and build resumes

Student Life

Alpha Psi Omega drama honor society chapter on campus

Students write, direct, and perform original plays, short films, and solo shows

Opportunities through the Ampersand Ten-Minute Play Festival and new work labs

Notable Alumni

Sean Patrick Flanery — Powder, The Boondock Saints, Nefarious

Charles S. Krohn '58 — Houston theatre legend

Chris Tennison — Artistic Director at Trike Theatre

Updated 5d ago