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No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

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In-Person or Virtual

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BA Theatre Arts

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program Recognition

UW Board of Regents Teaching Excellence Award, the only fine arts department in Wisconsin to receive this honor

Over 100 Regional Awards of Merit from the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival

UW-Parkside Signature Program designation

Placement & Careers

92% average placement rate in the entertainment industry or graduate school

Professional theatre partnerships with Milwaukee Repertory Theatre, American Players Theatre, Fireside Theatre, and Milwaukee Chamber Theatre

Professional companies recruit directly from Parkside each year

Degree Flexibility

Traditional liberal arts theatre degree covering all aspects of theatrical arts

Comprehensive study including history, criticism, dramatic literature, performance, directing, design, and technical production

Strong foundation in liberal arts alongside theatre training

School Info

Snapshot

3.11

Avg GPA (W)

75%

Admit Rate

school-wide

40%

Grad Rate

2.8K

Enrollment

$51K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$8,658

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$18,275

Before aid

Average Net Price

$11,772

After aid

Undergraduate Tuition And Fees.Cfm · uwp.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated Aug 4, 11:32 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

UW Board of Regents Teaching Excellence Award, the only fine arts department in Wisconsin to receive this honor

Over 100 Regional Awards of Merit from the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival

UW-Parkside Signature Program designation

Placement & Careers

92% average placement rate in the entertainment industry or graduate school

Professional theatre partnerships with Milwaukee Repertory Theatre, American Players Theatre, Fireside Theatre, and Milwaukee Chamber Theatre

Professional companies recruit directly from Parkside each year

Degree Flexibility

Traditional liberal arts theatre degree covering all aspects of theatrical arts

Comprehensive study including history, criticism, dramatic literature, performance, directing, design, and technical production

Strong foundation in liberal arts alongside theatre training

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

UW Board of Regents Teaching Excellence Award, the only fine arts department in Wisconsin to receive this honor

Over 100 Regional Awards of Merit from the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival

UW-Parkside Signature Program designation

Placement & Careers

92% average placement rate in the entertainment industry or graduate school

Professional theatre partnerships with Milwaukee Repertory Theatre, American Players Theatre, Fireside Theatre, and Milwaukee Chamber Theatre

Professional companies recruit directly from Parkside each year

Degree Flexibility

Traditional liberal arts theatre degree covering all aspects of theatrical arts

Comprehensive study including history, criticism, dramatic literature, performance, directing, design, and technical production

Strong foundation in liberal arts alongside theatre training

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2026

These Fall 2026 enrollment dates have passed — dates for the next cycle aren't available yet.

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Deadline

Regular DecisionRolling

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Auditions

In-Person Audition/Portfolio Review

Dec 6, 2025Feb 14, 2026Mar 14, 2026Apr 11, 2026May 2, 2026

Newstudents.Cfm · uwp.edu

Audition 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.

Monologues

One Monologue (Option A)

Approximately one minute

Must be from a published play

Should showcase your acting skills

Theatre Portfolio (Option B)

Showcase samples of previous theatrical and/or creative projects

Demonstrate who you are and what you have accomplished artistically

Wildcard / Special SkillOptional

All applicants may submit additional materials of their choice: a dance combination, a special skill, a passion speech, an instrument you play, etc.

Additional Materials

Resume (Required)

Detailed theatre experience resume listing all previous theatre experiences and activities, on stage and off stage

Personal Essay (Required)

One-page essay explaining your reason for choosing theatre arts as a college major and your ultimate career goals and objectives

Newstudents.Cfm · uwp.edu

Good to Know

Application Process

Apply to UW-Parkside through Common App or UW System application

Schedule your audition or portfolio review through the department portal

Enrollment

Company capped at 65 total majors

Virtual and in-person auditions receive equal consideration

What's The Process

Audition Format

In-person auditions held on scheduled Saturday dates

Virtual submissions and alternate dates also available

Interview with theatre faculty is part of the process

What to Prepare

One monologue (one minute) OR a theatre portfolio

Optional Wild Card submission of your choice

Contact

Brian Gill, gillb@uwp.edu

Scholarship Info

Talent Scholarships

S.T.A.G.E. Club Theatre Arts Talent Scholarships

Julius and Alice Goldstein Scholarship (up to $1,000)

Donald C. Cress Award (up to $1,000)

Lois J. Skatrud Theatre Arts Endowed Scholarship (up to $2,500)

Picken Scholarships ($1,500, renewable up to 4 years)

August Wegner III Memorial Music Scholarship ($750)

Eligibility

Must be admitted to the university by February 1 for scholarship consideration

Scholarship qualification is part of the audition/interview process

Arts and Humanities Scholarship Day available for newly admitted students

School Info

Snapshot

3.11

Avg GPA (W)

75%

Admit Rate

school-wide

40%

Grad Rate

2.8K

Enrollment

$51K

Earnings

10yr after

Costs & Aid

In-State Tuition

$8,658

Before aid

Out-of-State Tuition

$18,275

Before aid

Average Net Price

$11,772

After aid

Undergraduate Tuition And Fees.Cfm · uwp.edu College Scorecard

Program Recognition

UW Board of Regents Teaching Excellence Award, the only fine arts department in Wisconsin to receive this honor

Over 100 Regional Awards of Merit from the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival

UW-Parkside Signature Program designation

Placement & Careers

92% average placement rate in the entertainment industry or graduate school

Professional theatre partnerships with Milwaukee Repertory Theatre, American Players Theatre, Fireside Theatre, and Milwaukee Chamber Theatre

Professional companies recruit directly from Parkside each year

Degree Flexibility

Traditional liberal arts theatre degree covering all aspects of theatrical arts

Comprehensive study including history, criticism, dramatic literature, performance, directing, design, and technical production

Strong foundation in liberal arts alongside theatre training

Updated Aug 4, 11:32 PM