The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
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Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
No Interview
University App Required
Program Highlights
ACCREDITATION & CERTIFICATION
•Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST)
•Approved by the State Board of Educator Certification for EC-12 teaching certification
•Vaquero Pathway Participating Program (VPP) for seamless undergraduate-to-graduate transition
TRAINING
•Curriculum covers acting, directing, writing, design, costuming, cinematography, and education
•Full production season participation
•Latino Theatre Initiatives and Theatre for Young Audiences programs
CAREER PREPARATION
•Leads to EC-12 Theatre teaching certification in Texas
•Career paths include theatre teacher, community theatre educator, and arts coordinator
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
CERTIFICATION
•UTRGV recommends students for EC-12 certification upon completion of all requirements
•Program modality: Campus (Edinburg)
What's The Process
ADMISSION
•No audition or interview required
•Admission is through the university application via ApplyTexas
•Must complete all degree requirements to receive teaching certification recommendation
Program info updated 4h ago
ACCREDITATION & CERTIFICATION
•Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST)
•Approved by the State Board of Educator Certification for EC-12 teaching certification
•Vaquero Pathway Participating Program (VPP) for seamless undergraduate-to-graduate transition
TRAINING
•Curriculum covers acting, directing, writing, design, costuming, cinematography, and education
•Full production season participation
•Latino Theatre Initiatives and Theatre for Young Audiences programs
CAREER PREPARATION
•Leads to EC-12 Theatre teaching certification in Texas
•Career paths include theatre teacher, community theatre educator, and arts coordinator
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
