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Admissions
Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required
Audition format
In-Person or Virtual
Program profile
Ultra-Selective12-24 Students

PROGRAM RECOGNITION
Class size: ~18 students per year (4-6% acceptance rate)
Conservatory-style BFA combining classical theatre with on-camera, voice-over, and digital media
Cannot study abroad (intensive conservatory structure)
TRAINING
Mainstage production opportunities starting sophomore year
First drama school with dedicated Professional Development Center
NOTABLE ALUMNI
Forest Whitaker — Academy Award-winning actor (The Last King of Scotland)
John Ritter — beloved Emmy-nominated actor (Three's Company)
LeVar Burton — actor and television host (Star Trek: TNG, Reading Rainbow)
Patrick J. Adams — SAG Award-nominated lead of Suits
LOCATION
Located in heart of Hollywood — direct access to film/TV industry

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