Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
EDUCATION PATHWAY
•Dual major: BA in Theatre and BA in Elementary Education
•Prepares students to use theatre techniques as a classroom teacher
•Earn teaching certification for grades K-6
TRAINING
•Benefit from the same faculty and production season as BFA students
•Visiting professional artists from across the region
•Small class sizes and a strong sense of community
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Peter Frechette — two Tony nominations (Eastern Standard, Our Country's Good), Emmy nomination (Thirtysomething), Grease 2
•Tony Estrella '93 — Artistic Director of The GAMM Theatre, appeared in The Departed, Manchester by the Sea, and Little Women
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atCommon App
Deadlines
Early DecisionNov 1, 2025
Early ActionDec 1, 2025
Regular DecisionFeb 1, 2026
Fee
$65Waiver
Waivers for veterans and Talent Development students
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply to URI via Common App
•No separate program application required
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
•This is a dual major: BA in Theatre + BA in Elementary Education
•Primarily for students interested in teaching theatre in elementary schools
ENROLLMENT
•Fall enrollment
What's The Process
NO AUDITION REQUIRED
•Admission is through university acceptance only — no audition, interview, or portfolio needed
•Apply to URI via Common App, then declare Theatre and Elementary Education as dual majors
Program info updated Mar 27, 1:22 PM
EDUCATION PATHWAY
•Dual major: BA in Theatre and BA in Elementary Education
•Prepares students to use theatre techniques as a classroom teacher
•Earn teaching certification for grades K-6
TRAINING
•Benefit from the same faculty and production season as BFA students
•Visiting professional artists from across the region
•Small class sizes and a strong sense of community
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Peter Frechette — two Tony nominations (Eastern Standard, Our Country's Good), Emmy nomination (Thirtysomething), Grease 2
•Tony Estrella '93 — Artistic Director of The GAMM Theatre, appeared in The Departed, Manchester by the Sea, and Little Women
Updated Mar 27, 1:22 PM
Academic School Information
3.64
Avg GPA (W)
72%
Admit Rate
72%
Grad Rate
13,381
Enrollment
$69,743
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$16,942
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$37,146
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$21,440
after typical aid
Average annual cost is often lower than tuition because it accounts for grants and scholarships most students receive. It includes tuition, room & board, books, and supplies.
Family Income $0 - $30k$14,368
Family Income $30k - $48k$12,923
Family Income $48k - $75k$17,803
Family Income $75k - $110k$23,394
Family Income $110k+$28,460
