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BFA Acting for Stage & Screen
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Prescreen RequiredAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App RequiredAudition format
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Ultra-Selective12-24 StudentsProgram Recognition
•Class size: ~18 students per year (4-6% acceptance rate)
•Conservatory-style BFA connecting classical theatre with on-camera, voice-over, and digital media
•Formal progression of classes in a limited BFA cohort
Training
•Mainstage production opportunities starting sophomore year
•Cohort-based second stage performance opportunities for BFA acting and musical theatre classes
•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
Academic info
Snapshot
3.86
Avg GPA (W)
10%
Admit Rate
school-wide
92%
Grad Rate
20.4K
Enrollment
$92K
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 Apr 29, 6:12 PM
Program Highlights
Program Recognition
•Class size: ~18 students per year (4-6% acceptance rate)
•Conservatory-style BFA connecting classical theatre with on-camera, voice-over, and digital media
•Formal progression of classes in a limited BFA cohort
Training
•Mainstage production opportunities starting sophomore year
•Cohort-based second stage performance opportunities for BFA acting and musical theatre classes
•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
Program Recognition
•Class size: ~18 students per year (4-6% acceptance rate)
•Conservatory-style BFA connecting classical theatre with on-camera, voice-over, and digital media
•Formal progression of classes in a limited BFA cohort
Training
•Mainstage production opportunities starting sophomore year
•Cohort-based second stage performance opportunities for BFA acting and musical theatre classes
•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
Updated Apr 29, 6:12 PM
