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BA Theater

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenScholarship AuditionScholarship InterviewUniversity App Required

Program profile

Study Abroad

Training

Training spans acting, directing, dramatic literature, history, theory, design, and production

Up to 8 credits from related disciplines (dance, art, music, English) may count toward the major

Performance & Productions

4-5 fully produced main stage productions per season in the Kaleidoscope Performing Arts Center

Courses include both proscenium (380-seat Lenfest Theater) and flexible black box (100-150 seats) staging

ASL-interpreted performances offered each production

Notable Alumni

Eduardo Ramos '06 — Broadway debut in Tony-winning revival of Take Me Out (2022)

Professional Development

Hands-on production work from first year through capstone

Independent research and Summer Fellows projects in theater

Internship and professional development pathways via APEX experiential learning ecosystem

Recent graduates admitted to NYU, Cornell, Brown, Emerson, The New School, and American University

Professional training acceptances include Atlantic Acting School, NY Conservatory for Dramatic Arts, and Stella Adler Studio

Study Abroad

Study abroad opportunities in approved theater programs

Degree Flexibility

Interdisciplinary degree within a top-100 liberal arts college

Double majors encouraged, with interdisciplinary honors projects

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.48

Admit rate

92%

school-wide

Grad rate

73%

Enrollment

1.5K

Earnings

$74K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$62,250

Before aid

Average net price

$30,536

After aid

Tuition And Cost · ursinus.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 4d ago

Program Highlights

Training

Training spans acting, directing, dramatic literature, history, theory, design, and production

Up to 8 credits from related disciplines (dance, art, music, English) may count toward the major

Performance & Productions

4-5 fully produced main stage productions per season in the Kaleidoscope Performing Arts Center

Courses include both proscenium (380-seat Lenfest Theater) and flexible black box (100-150 seats) staging

ASL-interpreted performances offered each production

Notable Alumni

Eduardo Ramos '06 — Broadway debut in Tony-winning revival of Take Me Out (2022)

Professional Development

Hands-on production work from first year through capstone

Independent research and Summer Fellows projects in theater

Internship and professional development pathways via APEX experiential learning ecosystem

Recent graduates admitted to NYU, Cornell, Brown, Emerson, The New School, and American University

Professional training acceptances include Atlantic Acting School, NY Conservatory for Dramatic Arts, and Stella Adler Studio

Study Abroad

Study abroad opportunities in approved theater programs

Degree Flexibility

Interdisciplinary degree within a top-100 liberal arts college

Double majors encouraged, with interdisciplinary honors projects

Program Highlights

Training

Training spans acting, directing, dramatic literature, history, theory, design, and production

Up to 8 credits from related disciplines (dance, art, music, English) may count toward the major

Performance & Productions

4-5 fully produced main stage productions per season in the Kaleidoscope Performing Arts Center

Courses include both proscenium (380-seat Lenfest Theater) and flexible black box (100-150 seats) staging

ASL-interpreted performances offered each production

Notable Alumni

Eduardo Ramos '06 — Broadway debut in Tony-winning revival of Take Me Out (2022)

Professional Development

Hands-on production work from first year through capstone

Independent research and Summer Fellows projects in theater

Internship and professional development pathways via APEX experiential learning ecosystem

Recent graduates admitted to NYU, Cornell, Brown, Emerson, The New School, and American University

Professional training acceptances include Atlantic Acting School, NY Conservatory for Dramatic Arts, and Stella Adler Studio

Study Abroad

Study abroad opportunities in approved theater programs

Degree Flexibility

Interdisciplinary degree within a top-100 liberal arts college

Double majors encouraged, with interdisciplinary honors projects

Key Info

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Scholarship Audition and Interview 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.

Optional audition and interview for scholarship consideration only; they are not required for program admission.

Transcript (Required)

Official high school transcripts

Letters of Recommendation (Required)

Secondary School Report and recommendation from guidance counselor

Essay (Required)

Personal essay

Application Checklist · ursinus.edu

Good to Know

Application Portal

Apply free via Common App or Ursinus College application

Test optional

Enrollment

Fall and spring enrollment available

Spring enrollment deadline: December 1

What's The Process

No Audition Required

Admission is through the standard university application process

No audition, portfolio, or artistic supplement required for admission

Students participate in departmental productions by auditioning after enrollment

Contact: Nicolette Adams, nadams@ursinus.edu

Scholarship Info

Creative & Performing Arts Scholarship

Full-tuition award for an incoming first-year student with exceptional artistic talent

Submit a written statement, resume, and video with two contrasting memorized monologues totaling no more than three minutes

Finalists are invited to campus for an interview and audition

Scholarship application deadline: January 15

Merit Scholarships

All admitted students receive at least $35,000 in merit awards

No separate application required for general merit scholarship eligibility

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.48

Admit rate

92%

school-wide

Grad rate

73%

Enrollment

1.5K

Earnings

$74K

10yr after

Costs & aid

Tuition & fees

$62,250

Before aid

Average net price

$30,536

After aid

Tuition And Cost · ursinus.edu College Scorecard

Training

Training spans acting, directing, dramatic literature, history, theory, design, and production

Up to 8 credits from related disciplines (dance, art, music, English) may count toward the major

Performance & Productions

4-5 fully produced main stage productions per season in the Kaleidoscope Performing Arts Center

Courses include both proscenium (380-seat Lenfest Theater) and flexible black box (100-150 seats) staging

ASL-interpreted performances offered each production

Notable Alumni

Eduardo Ramos '06 — Broadway debut in Tony-winning revival of Take Me Out (2022)

Professional Development

Hands-on production work from first year through capstone

Independent research and Summer Fellows projects in theater

Internship and professional development pathways via APEX experiential learning ecosystem

Recent graduates admitted to NYU, Cornell, Brown, Emerson, The New School, and American University

Professional training acceptances include Atlantic Acting School, NY Conservatory for Dramatic Arts, and Stella Adler Studio

Study Abroad

Study abroad opportunities in approved theater programs

Degree Flexibility

Interdisciplinary degree within a top-100 liberal arts college

Double majors encouraged, with interdisciplinary honors projects

Updated 4d ago