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PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•Interdisciplinary arts degree blending theatre, dance, music, film, design, architecture, and visual arts
•Offered jointly by USC School of Dramatic Arts, Kaufman School of Dance, School of Architecture, School of Cinematic Arts, Roski School of Art and Design, Thornton School of Music, and Dornsife College
•Only available to current USC students — prospective students apply to BA Dramatic Arts first
TRAINING
•Flexible curriculum — after completing a shared core, choose courses across participating USC schools
•Strong critical and creative foundation emphasizing both hands-on practice and scholarly study
•Easy to pursue a double major or minor alongside VPAS coursework
•128 units total including USC Core
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•Mainstage production opportunities through the School of Dramatic Arts
•Broad professional exposure in Los Angeles — proximity to theatre, film, TV, and design industries
Academic info
Snapshot
3.86
Avg GPA (W)
10%
Admit Rate
school-wide
92%
Grad Rate
20,443
Enrollment
$92,498
Earnings
10yr after
Costs & Aid
Average Annual Cost
$32,740
after typical aid
Tuition & Fees
$72,097
before aid
Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.
$0-30k$13,516
$30-48k$14,394
$48-75k$19,539
$75-110k$24,976
$110k+$56,116
Program info updated 3d ago
PROGRAM RECOGNITION
•Interdisciplinary arts degree blending theatre, dance, music, film, design, architecture, and visual arts
•Offered jointly by USC School of Dramatic Arts, Kaufman School of Dance, School of Architecture, School of Cinematic Arts, Roski School of Art and Design, Thornton School of Music, and Dornsife College
•Only available to current USC students — prospective students apply to BA Dramatic Arts first
TRAINING
•Flexible curriculum — after completing a shared core, choose courses across participating USC schools
•Strong critical and creative foundation emphasizing both hands-on practice and scholarly study
•Easy to pursue a double major or minor alongside VPAS coursework
•128 units total including USC Core
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•Mainstage production opportunities through the School of Dramatic Arts
•Broad professional exposure in Los Angeles — proximity to theatre, film, TV, and design industries
Updated 3d ago
