The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING
•Focus on scenic design, lighting, costuming, and technical production
•Hands-on experience in full production season
•NAST-accredited program
•Access to professional-level production facilities
CAREER PATHS
•Scenic designer
•Lighting designer
•Costume designer
•Technical director
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atApplyTexas
Deadlines
Priority (Spring)Nov 1, 2025
Priority (Summer)Apr 1, 2026
Priority (Fall)May 1, 2026
Rolling
Fee
$50
Good to Know
APPLICATION PROCESS
•Apply through ApplyTexas
•No separate department application required
•Program modality: Campus (Edinburg)
What's The Process
ADMISSION
•No audition, portfolio, or interview required for admission
•Admission is through the university application via ApplyTexas
•Select the Design/Technical concentration upon enrollment
Program info updated 4h ago
TRAINING
•Focus on scenic design, lighting, costuming, and technical production
•Hands-on experience in full production season
•NAST-accredited program
•Access to professional-level production facilities
CAREER PATHS
•Scenic designer
•Lighting designer
•Costume designer
•Technical director
Updated 4h ago
Academic School Information
94%
Admit Rate
50%
Grad Rate
28,666
Enrollment
$49,620
Earnings
10yr after
In-State Tuition
$9,987
before aid
Out-of-State Tuition
$19,827
before aid
Average Annual Cost
$4,831
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.
Family Income $0 - $30k$3,785
Family Income $30k - $48k$3,877
Family Income $48k - $75k$5,665
Family Income $75k - $110k$7,972
Family Income $110k+$13,782
