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University of Texas - Austin
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Concentration
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Moderately Selective25-40 StudentsStudy AbroadProgram
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Moderately Selective25-40 StudentsStudy AbroadBrowse programs
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BA Theatre and Dance
Self-Directed Study
Program snapshot
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Prescreen RequiredNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App RequiredAudition format
In-Person or VirtualProgram profile
Moderately Selective25-40 StudentsStudy AbroadTRAINING
•Select topics of study based on specific interests and career goals across various areas within theatre
•Core coursework in performance history, production and practice
•Hands-on experience through the department's season productions
•Student-generated works through the annual Studio Series and biennial Cohen New Works Festival
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Rip Torn (B.A. Drama, 1953) — acclaimed actor known for Men in Black, Dodgeball and The Larry Sanders Show
•Bruce McGill (B.F.A. Drama, 1973) — film and TV actor known for Animal House, My Cousin Vinny and Lincoln
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•Graduates pursue careers in arts administration, education, graduate studies and professional performance
•Alumni working at organizations including the Kennedy Center, Woolly Mammoth Theatre and ZACH Theatre
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•Ideal for students with interests spanning multiple areas within theatre
•B.A. Honors Thesis Program available for advanced scholarly creative projects
•Flexibility to pursue minors, certificates or double-majors in complementary fields
Academic info
Snapshot
3.83
Avg GPA (W)
27%
Admit Rate
school-wide
88%
Grad Rate
42.9K
Enrollment
$75K
Earnings
10yr after
Costs & Aid
Average Annual Cost
$19,857
after typical aid
In-State Tuition
$11,688
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$44,908
before aid
Average annual cost reflects the grants and scholarships most students receive.
$0-30k$12,553
$30-48k$14,297
$48-75k$17,207
$75-110k$24,406
$110k+$30,082
Program info updated 4d ago
Program Highlights
TRAINING
•Select topics of study based on specific interests and career goals across various areas within theatre
•Core coursework in performance history, production and practice
•Hands-on experience through the department's season productions
•Student-generated works through the annual Studio Series and biennial Cohen New Works Festival
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Rip Torn (B.A. Drama, 1953) — acclaimed actor known for Men in Black, Dodgeball and The Larry Sanders Show
•Bruce McGill (B.F.A. Drama, 1973) — film and TV actor known for Animal House, My Cousin Vinny and Lincoln
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•Graduates pursue careers in arts administration, education, graduate studies and professional performance
•Alumni working at organizations including the Kennedy Center, Woolly Mammoth Theatre and ZACH Theatre
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•Ideal for students with interests spanning multiple areas within theatre
•B.A. Honors Thesis Program available for advanced scholarly creative projects
•Flexibility to pursue minors, certificates or double-majors in complementary fields
TRAINING
•Select topics of study based on specific interests and career goals across various areas within theatre
•Core coursework in performance history, production and practice
•Hands-on experience through the department's season productions
•Student-generated works through the annual Studio Series and biennial Cohen New Works Festival
NOTABLE ALUMNI
•Rip Torn (B.A. Drama, 1953) — acclaimed actor known for Men in Black, Dodgeball and The Larry Sanders Show
•Bruce McGill (B.F.A. Drama, 1973) — film and TV actor known for Animal House, My Cousin Vinny and Lincoln
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
•Graduates pursue careers in arts administration, education, graduate studies and professional performance
•Alumni working at organizations including the Kennedy Center, Woolly Mammoth Theatre and ZACH Theatre
DEGREE FLEXIBILITY
•Ideal for students with interests spanning multiple areas within theatre
•B.A. Honors Thesis Program available for advanced scholarly creative projects
•Flexibility to pursue minors, certificates or double-majors in complementary fields
Updated 4d ago
