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University of the Incarnate Word

San Antonio, TX

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Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study Abroad

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Theatre

Composition & music studies

Music education

Music performance

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BA Theatre Arts

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

Study Abroad

Program Recognition

Only NAST-accredited theatre program in San Antonio

Training & Productions

Four productions annually at Coates Theatre (proscenium) and Cheever Theatre (studio)

Students work in all facets: acting, costumes, scenery, lighting, sound, and front of house

Student-to-faculty ratio of 16:1, with many classes of 8-10 students

Study Abroad

Exchange agreement with Toi Whakaari (New Zealand School of Drama)

Additional study abroad opportunities through UIW

Special Resources

Access to McNay Art Museum Tobin Theatre Arts Collection (Renaissance to present)

Access to Witte Museum Textile and Dress Collection (18th century to present)

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.54

Admit rate

98%

school-wide

Grad rate

51%

Enrollment

4.4K

Earnings

$57K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$40,200

Before aid

Average net price

$22,775

After aid

Tuition Fees · my.uiw.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Sep 9, 4:08 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Only NAST-accredited theatre program in San Antonio

Training & Productions

Four productions annually at Coates Theatre (proscenium) and Cheever Theatre (studio)

Students work in all facets: acting, costumes, scenery, lighting, sound, and front of house

Student-to-faculty ratio of 16:1, with many classes of 8-10 students

Study Abroad

Exchange agreement with Toi Whakaari (New Zealand School of Drama)

Additional study abroad opportunities through UIW

Special Resources

Access to McNay Art Museum Tobin Theatre Arts Collection (Renaissance to present)

Access to Witte Museum Textile and Dress Collection (18th century to present)

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Only NAST-accredited theatre program in San Antonio

Training & Productions

Four productions annually at Coates Theatre (proscenium) and Cheever Theatre (studio)

Students work in all facets: acting, costumes, scenery, lighting, sound, and front of house

Student-to-faculty ratio of 16:1, with many classes of 8-10 students

Study Abroad

Exchange agreement with Toi Whakaari (New Zealand School of Drama)

Additional study abroad opportunities through UIW

Special Resources

Access to McNay Art Museum Tobin Theatre Arts Collection (Renaissance to present)

Access to Witte Museum Textile and Dress Collection (18th century to present)

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

These Fall 2027 enrollment dates have passed — dates for the next cycle aren't available yet.

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Opens

Aug 1, 2026

Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

Official page · uiw.edu

Scholarship Audition Requirements

Optional audition for scholarship consideration only; it is not required for program admission.

Monologues

Two Contrasting Monologues

One comic and one serious, or one classical and one contemporary

Maximum combined time: 4 minutes

Additional Materials

Resume

Acting or design/technology resume (required)

Headshot

Non-returnable photo (required)

Letters of Recommendation

Two letters of recommendation (required)

Submit at audition

Scholarships · uiw.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Portal

Apply via Common App, UIW website, or ApplyTexas

$0 application fee

Eligibility

Minimum 2.5 GPA required for scholarship consideration

Must be accepted into UIW to claim scholarship award

What's The Process

No Audition Required

Admission is through the university application only

Optional scholarship audition available ($500-$4,000)

Scholarship Audition Format

Performers: two contrasting monologues (comic/serious or classical/contemporary), 4 min max

Design/Tech students: portfolio of artwork, designs, and related work

Video audition accepted for distance (DVD format preferred)

Design/Tech portfolios may be mailed via UPS with insurance and tracking

Audition Locations

UIW campus (by appointment)

Texas Educational Theatre Association (TETA) conference

Greater San Antonio auditions

North Texas auditions

Contact

Brooke Arnold: baarnold@uiwtx.edu, (210) 829-3810

Scholarship Info

Theatre Arts Scholarships

Awards range from $500 to $4,000

Based on audition and/or portfolio review

Must apply and be accepted into UIW to claim award

Minimum 2.5 GPA required (high school or college)

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.54

Admit rate

98%

school-wide

Grad rate

51%

Enrollment

4.4K

Earnings

$57K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$40,200

Before aid

Average net price

$22,775

After aid

Tuition Fees · my.uiw.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

Only NAST-accredited theatre program in San Antonio

Training & Productions

Four productions annually at Coates Theatre (proscenium) and Cheever Theatre (studio)

Students work in all facets: acting, costumes, scenery, lighting, sound, and front of house

Student-to-faculty ratio of 16:1, with many classes of 8-10 students

Study Abroad

Exchange agreement with Toi Whakaari (New Zealand School of Drama)

Additional study abroad opportunities through UIW

Special Resources

Access to McNay Art Museum Tobin Theatre Arts Collection (Renaissance to present)

Access to Witte Museum Textile and Dress Collection (18th century to present)

Updated Sep 9, 4:08 PM

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