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BFA Theatre
Acting
Program snapshot
Admissions
No PrescreenScholarship AuditionNo InterviewUniversity App RequiredAudition format
Virtual OnlyProgram Recognition
•Only BFA in Theatre in Rhode Island — public or private
•Two-thirds hands-on studio coursework gives a competitive edge over BA programs
Training
•Core faculty augmented by visiting professional artists from across the region
•Full production season where classroom skills are applied in major theatrical projects
•Small class sizes provide a personalized learning environment
Notable Alumni
•Peter Frechette — two Tony nominations (Eastern Standard, Our Country's Good), Emmy nomination (Thirtysomething)
•Eric Lutes '91 — starred in Caroline in the City and Frasier
•Erick Betancourt '12 — recurring role on Blue Bloods, Law & Order: SVU, LAByrinth Theater Company member
•Josh Short '08 — founded The Wilbury Theatre Group, 2018 National Theatre Company Award
•Brooke Thomas '87 — veteran casting director with 30+ years in the industry
Professional Development
•Salaried student positions in box office, costume shop, and scene shop
•Qualified students can teach the Introduction to Theatre course to non-majors
•Variety of internship opportunities
Degree Flexibility
•Can combine two concentrations (e.g., Directing + Acting) and still finish in four years
•Option to add a Minor in Music Voice Performance
Academic info
Snapshot
3.64
Avg GPA (W)
72%
Admit Rate
school-wide
72%
Grad Rate
13.4K
Enrollment
$70K
Earnings
10yr after
Costs & Aid
Average Annual Cost
$21,440
after typical aid
In-State Tuition
$16,942
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$37,146
before aid
Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.
$0-30k$14,368
$30-48k$12,923
$48-75k$17,803
$75-110k$23,394
$110k+$28,460
Program info updated 11h ago
Program Highlights
Program Recognition
•Only BFA in Theatre in Rhode Island — public or private
•Two-thirds hands-on studio coursework gives a competitive edge over BA programs
Training
•Core faculty augmented by visiting professional artists from across the region
•Full production season where classroom skills are applied in major theatrical projects
•Small class sizes provide a personalized learning environment
Notable Alumni
•Peter Frechette — two Tony nominations (Eastern Standard, Our Country's Good), Emmy nomination (Thirtysomething)
•Eric Lutes '91 — starred in Caroline in the City and Frasier
•Erick Betancourt '12 — recurring role on Blue Bloods, Law & Order: SVU, LAByrinth Theater Company member
•Josh Short '08 — founded The Wilbury Theatre Group, 2018 National Theatre Company Award
•Brooke Thomas '87 — veteran casting director with 30+ years in the industry
Professional Development
•Salaried student positions in box office, costume shop, and scene shop
•Qualified students can teach the Introduction to Theatre course to non-majors
•Variety of internship opportunities
Degree Flexibility
•Can combine two concentrations (e.g., Directing + Acting) and still finish in four years
•Option to add a Minor in Music Voice Performance
Program Recognition
•Only BFA in Theatre in Rhode Island — public or private
•Two-thirds hands-on studio coursework gives a competitive edge over BA programs
Training
•Core faculty augmented by visiting professional artists from across the region
•Full production season where classroom skills are applied in major theatrical projects
•Small class sizes provide a personalized learning environment
Notable Alumni
•Peter Frechette — two Tony nominations (Eastern Standard, Our Country's Good), Emmy nomination (Thirtysomething)
•Eric Lutes '91 — starred in Caroline in the City and Frasier
•Erick Betancourt '12 — recurring role on Blue Bloods, Law & Order: SVU, LAByrinth Theater Company member
•Josh Short '08 — founded The Wilbury Theatre Group, 2018 National Theatre Company Award
•Brooke Thomas '87 — veteran casting director with 30+ years in the industry
Professional Development
•Salaried student positions in box office, costume shop, and scene shop
•Qualified students can teach the Introduction to Theatre course to non-majors
•Variety of internship opportunities
Degree Flexibility
•Can combine two concentrations (e.g., Directing + Acting) and still finish in four years
•Option to add a Minor in Music Voice Performance
Updated 11h ago
