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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
Interview Required
In-Person or Virtual
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING
•Prepares students for careers as professional theatre educators in schools and arts organizations
•Emphases in theatre pedagogy (K-12), theatre for young audiences, and applied theatre
•Practical experience working with young people from the beginning of studies
•Small, supportive learning community with individual mentorship
CAREER PREPARATION
•Alumni work in high schools, middle schools, elementary schools, and professional arts organizations throughout the country
•K-12 teaching licensure eligibility upon completion
•Teaching Minor option also available
PRODUCTIONS
•Students work on all Utah State theatre productions in some capacity
•Training in performance, directing, and technical theatre alongside education coursework
Key Info
University AppApplication
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Deadlines
PriorityNov 3, 2025
Regular DecisionDec 15, 2025
Fee
$50
Nonresidents only
Program AppApplication
Deadlines
University Application DeadlineDec 1, 2025
Scholarship DeadlineFeb 15, 2026
Priority Admission DeadlineMar 1, 2026
Theatre Scholarship DeadlineMar 30, 2026
Interview Requirements
resume (required)
•resume listing theatre experience and experience working with young students
ESSAY (required)
•One-page essay summarizing reasons for wanting to pursue a career in theatre education
Good to Know
ELIGIBILITY
•Minimum 3.0 GPA required for BFA Theatre Education (higher than other department programs)
•Fall, Spring, and Summer start options available
•No performance audition required — admission by interview
LICENSURE
•Graduates eligible for Utah State Board of Education licensure in secondary education with theatre endorsement (grades K-12)
•Students apply to Secondary Teacher Education Program (STEP) during their studies
•STEP administered by USU School of Teacher Education and Leadership (TEAL)
FINANCIAL AID
•Departmental financial aid awards considered automatically with application
•All out-of-state students should apply for residency for future tuition reduction
•Additional scholarships via Award Spring (usu.awardspring.com)
-Theatre department scholarships open January 1, close March 30
What's The Process
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Two-step process: apply to USU, then submit supplemental materials to the Department of Theatre Arts
•Complete the online Application Intention form on the department website
INTERVIEW SCHEDULING
•Once USU referral and supporting materials are received, department may reach out to schedule an interview
•Due to high volume of applications, not every applicant will be interviewed
•If selected, scheduling may take several weeks after materials are submitted
VIRTUAL OPTION
•Virtual Zoom interviews are welcome
•For in-person interviews, contact theatre@usu.edu to arrange a visit
Scholarship Info
DEPARTMENT SCHOLARSHIPS
•Gwendella Thornley Memorial Scholarship — junior Theatre Education/Theatre Arts students
•Anne Kennedy Roskelley Memorial Scholarship — demonstrated financial need, preference for non-traditional students
•Josey Barnes Wayman Scholarship — junior or senior, academic achievement and financial need
APPLICATION
•Department scholarship applications via Award Spring (January 1 – March 30)
•General USU scholarships via Scholarship Universe (November 1 – February 15)
•Complete FAFSA as soon as possible
Program info updated 3 days ago
Academic School Information
3.55
Avg GPA
94%
Admit Rate
56%
Grad Rate
20,342
Enrollment
$54,022
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$9,228
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$24,802
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$12,869
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.
Annual Cost by Family Income
Family Income $0 - $30k$9,601
Family Income $30k - $48k$9,966
Family Income $48k - $75k$11,599
Family Income $75k - $110k$14,825
Family Income $110k+$17,671
