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No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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BFA Theatre Production

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Notable Alumni

Daniel Sherkow — COO of Global Entertainment Holdings; launched Hollywood career after BFA Theatre at UWM

Professional Development

Graduates work at major theaters, theme parks, event production, concerts and television

Additional industries include architectural installation, film, professional sports, cruise ships and museum exhibition design

Performing Arts Living Learning Community

Professional internships with Milwaukee theatre companies and related industries

Study abroad opportunities

Degree Flexibility

Covers scenery, properties, lighting, sound, stage management and arts leadership

Fully customizable education with deep specialization options

Flexible enough for cross-disciplinary studies tailored to individual interests

Faculty are working professionals with industry connections

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.20

Admit rate

91%

school-wide

Grad rate

49%

Enrollment

16.8K

Earnings

$55K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$11,154

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$24,004

Before aid

Average net price

$15,014

After aid

Cost Of Attendance · uwm.edu College Scorecard

Program info updated 2d ago

Program Highlights

Notable Alumni

Daniel Sherkow — COO of Global Entertainment Holdings; launched Hollywood career after BFA Theatre at UWM

Professional Development

Graduates work at major theaters, theme parks, event production, concerts and television

Additional industries include architectural installation, film, professional sports, cruise ships and museum exhibition design

Performing Arts Living Learning Community

Professional internships with Milwaukee theatre companies and related industries

Study abroad opportunities

Degree Flexibility

Covers scenery, properties, lighting, sound, stage management and arts leadership

Fully customizable education with deep specialization options

Flexible enough for cross-disciplinary studies tailored to individual interests

Faculty are working professionals with industry connections

Program Highlights

Notable Alumni

Daniel Sherkow — COO of Global Entertainment Holdings; launched Hollywood career after BFA Theatre at UWM

Professional Development

Graduates work at major theaters, theme parks, event production, concerts and television

Additional industries include architectural installation, film, professional sports, cruise ships and museum exhibition design

Performing Arts Living Learning Community

Professional internships with Milwaukee theatre companies and related industries

Study abroad opportunities

Degree Flexibility

Covers scenery, properties, lighting, sound, stage management and arts leadership

Fully customizable education with deep specialization options

Flexible enough for cross-disciplinary studies tailored to individual interests

Faculty are working professionals with industry connections

Key Info

Enrollment Term

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Audition

Departmental Scholarship Priority DeadlineMar 1, 2027

Arts · uwm.edu

Interview Requirements

Statement of Intent (Required)

One-page describing why you chose theatre, why UWM, and career goals

Resume (Required)

One-page detailing production or teaching experience and extracurricular activities

Professional Reference (Required)

Name, title, relationship, email and phone number of reference

Arts · uwm.edu

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply to UW-Milwaukee, then complete Peck School of the Arts theatre entrance requirements

Submit Peck School of the Arts materials at least 1 week before the interview date

Production applicants are contacted after submission to arrange a customized department visit

Important Notes

BFA Production students must own a laptop meeting department specifications

What's The Process

Audition Process

Step 1: Apply and be admitted to UW-Milwaukee

Step 2: Apply to Peck School of the Arts

Department will reach out after submission to arrange visit

Includes customized department tour

Interview with faculty

Discussion with current students

Audition Expectations

Contact theatre-admission@uwm.edu to request a virtual interview

Scholarship Info

Departmental Scholarships

Priority deadline: March 1

Available to incoming and continuing theatre students

Apply through Peck School of the Arts scholarship process

School info

Snapshot

Avg GPA (W)

3.20

Admit rate

91%

school-wide

Grad rate

49%

Enrollment

16.8K

Earnings

$55K

10yr after

Costs & aid

In-state tuition

$11,154

Before aid

Out-of-state tuition

$24,004

Before aid

Average net price

$15,014

After aid

Cost Of Attendance · uwm.edu College Scorecard

Notable Alumni

Daniel Sherkow — COO of Global Entertainment Holdings; launched Hollywood career after BFA Theatre at UWM

Professional Development

Graduates work at major theaters, theme parks, event production, concerts and television

Additional industries include architectural installation, film, professional sports, cruise ships and museum exhibition design

Performing Arts Living Learning Community

Professional internships with Milwaukee theatre companies and related industries

Study abroad opportunities

Degree Flexibility

Covers scenery, properties, lighting, sound, stage management and arts leadership

Fully customizable education with deep specialization options

Flexible enough for cross-disciplinary studies tailored to individual interests

Faculty are working professionals with industry connections

Updated 2d ago